Our Foundations Program allows you to explore the endless career possibilities offered at KPMG.

The pre-penultimate student program is a one-day program designed to provide you with the knowledge to make the right career choices.

The KPMG Foundations Program is open to pre-penultimate students from any degree discipline and is a great opportunity for you find out more about what we do, the different career choices available and how to ace your application to our Graduate and Vacation programs.

You’ll learn from our very own industry experts, hear from our current graduates, and take part in workshops that will help you understand what life at KPMG has to offer.

What’s even better? By attending the KPMG Foundations Program you’ll also have the opportunity to be the first to register your interest in our Vacationer Program. 

A career with KPMG can take you further than you ever imagined. With so many opportunities available, the KPMG Foundations Program is a great place to get a head start in your career.



    2023 program dates and locations:

    • Adelaide: 9 October
      Darwin: 9 October
      Gold Coast: 9 October
      Sydney: 9 October
      Newcastle: 11 October
      Melbourne: 11 October
      Wollongong: 11 October
      Canberra: 16 October
      Perth: 17 October
      Brisbane: 19 October
      Hobart: 24 October

      2023 KPMG Foundations Program applications are now closed


Eligibility requirements and selection process

Students in their pre-penultimate year completing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are eligible to apply to join KPMG Australia's Foundations Program.

If you’re interested in attending Foundations in our Canberra office, you will need hold Australian Citizenship to be eligible.

Applying is easy – all you need to do is submit your application online and we’ll be in touch to let you know if your place has been confirmed.


Starting your career at KPMG