Project Grace: Software Development Graduate Program

Build real software. Build a career in tech one step at a time.

Curious about AI and technology? The FDM Graduate Program gives women hands on training, mentorship and real world experience. No IT degree? No problem! We look for graduates that are passionate about technology.

Why Join FDM’s Graduate Program?

Girl power:Join a program that supports women, with coaching, mentorship, and a community that supports and empowers you every step of the way.

Up to 12 weeks of hands-on training in our Skills Labwith expert coaches, learn coding, collaboration, and how real software gets made

Learn practical skills such as Object-Oriented Programming, JavaScript, Springboot, React, Git, SQL and CI/CD pipelines and AI integrations

Explore positions such as Software Engineer, Automation Tester, Site Reliability Engineer, Cloud Engineer, and more.

Work withASX-listed clients across Finance, Insurance, Healthand more including Australia’s big 4 banks.

Make an impact: Work on projects that matter from day one, whether it’s facilitating organisational change or analysing project impact.

If you've ever questioned whether you're experienced enough, technical enough or if you'd fit into the industry, you're not alone. At FDM, we don't expect perfection. We look for potential, curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Through Project Grace, you'll be part of a supportive community of women in tech, with opportunities to learn, connect and grow throughout your career.

Whats in it for you?

Full time employment with a competitive salary

Award winning training and ongoing upskilling

Exposure to leading organisations and real world projects

Dedicated mentoring and career coaching

Hands on experience with leading organisations across a range of industries

Dedicated Consultant Experience Team focussed on your growth and wellbeing from day 1

FDM's She Lives Tech supportive community and networks

A supported launchpad to start your career in technology

Relocation support package

We're more interested in potential.

You might be a great fit if you

Are completing or have completed a bachelor's degree

Have an interest in software development and technology

Enjoy problem-solving and analytical thinking

Communicate effectively and work well with others

Are motivated to learn new technical skills

Are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen

Are open to opportunities in both Sydney and Melbourne

Experience with coding through university projects, personal projects or self-learning is advantageous.

If this role excites you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you.

About Us

FDM powers the people behind tech and innovation. We spot trends, find top talent, and help businesses stay ahead.

With 35+ years of experience, we coach, mentor, and launch fresh thinkers from diverse backgrounds into world-class careers. Partnering with top global companies, we deliver the right talent at the right time—while guiding our people toward exponential growth.

🌍 Global impact – 19 centres across APAC, North America, the UK & Europe

🚀 25,000+ careers launched – and counting

🤝 300+ trusted client partners

Committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Tech careers should be for everyone. With 80+ nationalities represented, FDM thrives on diversity, fuels innovation through unique perspectives, and celebrates success together. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and FTSE4Good-listed company, we ensure every qualified applicant gets a fair shot—no barriers, just opportunities.

Note: Although we use the word women and female, it is important to us that you understand our definitions include all women; cisgender, transgender or gender diverse and we acknowledge and include those who identify outside the binary. Men are also always welcome to apply