Graduate Program
The graduate program at e61 has been an exciting and invaluable experience. I have found it so rewarding to be able to apply and develop my applied economic research skills in a way that is impactful, and that helps facilitate informed policy debate around important economic issues faced by Australia. Given the Institute’s strong focus on the quality of research and output, as well as the encouragement and facilitation of professional growth and development, it has been a great way to kick-start my career as an economist.
Erin ClarkeThe graduate program at e61 has been an exciting and invaluable experience. I have found it so rewarding to be able to apply and develop my applied economic research skills in a way that is impactful, and that helps facilitate informed policy debate around important economic issues faced by Australia. Given the Institute’s strong focus on the quality of research and output, as well as the encouragement and facilitation of professional growth and development, it has been a great way to kick-start my career as an economist.

Pre-doctorate Program
The pre-doc program at e61 is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a steppingstone for a doctoral degree. The program offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, research experience, and academic mentorship. Highly recommended for those seeking to enhance their research skills!
Elyse DwyerThe pre-doc program at e61 is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a steppingstone for a doctoral degree. The program offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, research experience, and academic mentorship. Highly recommended for those seeking to enhance their research skills!

e61 Insitute: Where Intellectual Curiosity Drives Policy Impact

Objectives
- Build a community of world-class researchers, and the next generation of Australian policy leaders
- Create the highest quality policy evidence
- Push the frontier of economic knowledge & analysis
- Drive impact through influential public engagement

Principles
- We rigorously test our work to ensure it’s of the highest quality
- We are politically agnostic
- Our research is policy-centric
- We care about the issues with the biggest impact
- We lead with courage – no “no go” zones
We support our team to achieve these objectives through….
Intellectual Freedom
- Non-partisan research
- Independent thinking
- Time to explore ideas
Flexible Arrangements
- Office and off-site collaboration
- Supportive environment
- Balanced professional life
Collaborative Environment
- Supportive team dynamics
- Open communication
- Collective problem-solving
Meaningful Engagement
- Interact with policy experts
- Media and research citations
- Real-world research impact
Accelerated Growth
- Mentorship from leaders
- Skills beyond technical expertise
- Personalised development
Cutting Edge Research
- Access to unique datasets
- Innovative research methods
- Explore complex questions