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Graduate Program ​​​​​​

Program Overview

To us, every graduate is a potential leader. That’s why we offer you the unique opportunity to step into a real role, right from the start. You’ll be given real responsibility and empowered to make an impact right from the get-go.

Who can apply?

 
  • Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents at the time of application 
  • If you hold a temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) we will consider your application for the Engineering Stream 
  • You must have completed a bachelors degree (or higher) before starting the prgram

Check our Program Streams
 

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Sales & Marketing (Australia)

Our Sales & Marketing teams drive our business forward by building strong retailer relationships and boosting consumer demand and loyalty.
The Marketing team creates demand through brand awareness, consumer engagement, and loyalty, crafting compelling narratives from customer insights and iconic campaigns.
Our Sales teams focus on building strong relationships with our retailers and distributors. They work closely with our retail partners to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, ensuring our products are well-represented and readily available to consumers.
Preferred educational background or interest:
Open to any degree discipline, Marketing degrees would be highly regarded
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Supply Chain (Australia)

Our Supply team is the driving force behind our operations, ensuring products are delivered efficiently to meet consumer demand.
The Supply team bridges the gap between our manufacturing sites and our customers, working hard to maintain the availability of our products.
By overseeing our international and national supply chain, they ensure regulatory compliance, timely deliveries, and optimal transport methods, reducing costs and improving the experience for customers and retailers
Preferred educational background or interest:

Business, Commerce, Management, Supply Chain / Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Economics, International Business, Engineering
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Engineering (Australia)

Our Engineering team plays a critical role in our success, ensuring efficient and sustainable production of our iconic products.
By focusing on sustainability and continuous improvement, the Engineering team plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality products while minimizing our environmental impact.
From troubleshooting issues, to running projects  to streamline operations, no two days are the same in this dynamic team.
Preferred educational background or interest:
Mechanical or Process Engineering preferred, but open to all Engineering disciplines
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Procurement (Australia) 

Our Procurement team is the backbone of our efficient and cost effective operations, managing supplier relationships to keep everything running smoothly. 
They source the best goods and serviced at the right price, handle supplier negotiations, and ensure all raw materials and packaging are available.
From evaluating suppliers to managing contracts, they ensure we get what we need, when we need it, in the most sustainable way possible. 

Preferred educational background or interest:
Commerce, Economics, Business Finance, International Business, Engineering, Procurement & Purchasing
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Multi-Function (New Zealand) 

Our New Zealand business is a diverse mix of passionate Associate who focus on the marketing, sale and distribution of our products within NZ. 
With Teams accross Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing and HR, graduates in New Zealand will complete one rotation in Sales and then a second rotation in a diffferent function.  This builds exceptional breadth in our graduates which positions them to become leaders in the FMCG industry.  

Preferred educational background or interest:
Open to any degree discipline

 

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A closer look at Mars

We have fun. We innovate. We explore. We work towards making our world a better place today and every day. Want to know more about our work, culture, and people? Then follow us on Instagram  @mars.anz

A career journey that's right for you

Mentoring
Senior Mentoring

All interns and graduates benefit from coaching throughout their programs. Graduates will also benefit from a senior mentor as part of the program framework.
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Mars Ambassador Program

With the Mars Ambassador Program, Associates spend two to six weeks working with non-profit partners, making a positive difference to major social and environmental issues.
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Sustainability at Mars

Our Sustainable in a Generation initiative works to reduce our impact on the planet. Read more here.
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Mars University

Mars University provides high-quality learning for our Associates, 24/7. This combines with a whole culture of learning, where we naturally collaborate and learn from each other.
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Associate Resource Groups
 
With over 90 ARG groups globally, you can impact the communities you care about.
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Be Well Together

​​​​​​​We take a holistic approach to Health & Wellbeing. Our Be Well Together Program helps to boost your health, energize your day, and live your purpose.

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