Start something beautiful with the Xero grad program

The Xero graduate program is the first step to a fulfilling career. You'll get support, development and learning on the job. Applications for the 2026 graduate program open on 7 April 2025. Keep an eye on this page for updates, or to register your interest, send us an email to gradcareers@xero.com.

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The Xero grad program 2026

Apply by 20 April 2025

Our grad program kicks off in February 2026, and is designed to match you with a role that aligns with your career aspirations.

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    Technical program
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    Design program
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    Summer internship

What we do

Xero makes running a small business beautiful. It gives owners accounting, admin and other tools to make running a business easy, from anywhere.

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Who we are

Working at Xero means joining a community of thinkers, creators and educators working towards the same goal of making life better for small business.

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Technical program

If you want to embark on a career as a software engineer, data analyst or security analyst, the technical grad program is the place for you.

Technical graduate program
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Design program

The design program includes roles in our product design and design research teams. We’re only able to offer grad design roles some years.

Design graduate program
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Summer internship program

We offer three-month internships from November for students in their penultimate year. You’ll do valuable work and see what it’s like to work at Xero.

Internships at Xero
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Meet us at careers fairs

Find out if Xero is where you want to start your career by coming to an event like a careers fair, or send us an email at gradcarrers@xero.com.

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Questions about the grad program

Learn all about the Xero grad program: how to apply, application tips, and what life as a Xero graduate.

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Xero gives you the resources to do cool projects, all while allowing flexibility around your work hours.

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