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About CSIRO

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

CSIRO's core areas of impact

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CSIRO scientists sequencing DNA.
Scientist at work sequencing DNA.

Awards, fellowships and scholarships

CSIRO offers programs designed for students finishing their studies to gain work experience in science-related fields.

As a research organisation, CSIRO recognises the need to ensure that we have emerging talent in areas critical to Australia's future.

Our emphasis is on bringing teams together from different scientific fields to find solutions to major problems facing Australia.

CSIRO has opportunities for undergraduates, graduates and postgraduate students who have or are completing studies in science related areas.

These programs are designed to assist you further your research studies, and gain the relevant skills required to work in a research organisation such as CSIRO.

Postdoctoral fellowship program

Fellowships are available to doctoral graduates who have recently attained a doctorate in a discipline that aligns with CSIRO’s key research areas.

Postgraduate scholarship program

CSIRO offers development and training for scientists/engineers and undergraduates completing science related studies.

If you are planning to enrol full-time in an Australian tertiary institution to complete research leading to the award of a doctorate than you may be eligible for a CSIRO Scholarship.

Vacation scholarship scheme

Vacation scholarships are offered to undergraduate students in a range of disciplines and at various locations throughout Australia.

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Fast facts

  • Postdoctoral fellowship program is for scientists or engineers who have recently completed a PhD
  • Postgraduates who are considering studies leading to a PhD should apply for our postgraduate scholarship program
  • Third year students undertaking studies in science or engineering are eligible for our vacation scholarship program

Contact Information

Primary Contact

CSIRO Careers Online
Phone: 1300 301 509*
Alt Phone: 61 2 6276 6326 
Fax: 61 2 6246 4068 
*local call within Australia

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