CareerDC
The internships, which are practical work-placement programs designed to provide you with professional experience in an area related to your field of study or the career you are working towards.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 5 other locations
Metallurgical Systems
Are you a motivated undergraduate chemical engineer/ industrial chemist looking for a paid summer internship position? Do you have great attention to detail and a passion for technology? We are currently looking for a talented student to join our team.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
New South Wales
POSITION START DATE
Nov 2021 (approx)
Yara Pilbara Fertilizers
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Regional Western Australia
Newcrest Mining
An exciting career in mining awaits with our 2021 Australian Vacation Program, with an opportunity to gain valuable industry experience living the residential & FIFO mining life.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Regional New South Wales and 2 other locations
VACANCIES
36+
Australian Internships
Australian Internships is the industry leader for providing work experience opportunities to young professionals in Australia. If you are a student or recent graduate looking for on-the-job training an internship can be a great option for you!
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 7 other locations
GHD
Want to help solve the world’s big problems? Join our Summer Internship program across Australia & work for an inclusive company committed to your development
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Perth and 1 other locations
VACANCIES
10-20
POSITION START DATE
Nov 2021 (approx)
accepts international
Yes
GHD
Want to help solve the world’s big problems? Join our Summer Internship program across Australia & work for an inclusive company committed to your development
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Hobart and 1 other locations
VACANCIES
5-10
POSITION START DATE
Nov 2021 (approx)
accepts international
Yes
IMC
Introducing the IMC Launchpad: an exclusive 2-day program for pre-penultimate year students looking to get a head start in their career.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Suncorp
Expression of Interest open NOW! Suncorp Technology & Transformation Vacation Program 2021
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney and 2 other locations
VACANCIES
Multiple
POSITION START DATE
Sep 2021 (approx)
accepts international
Yes
Deloitte
Interested in a career within the Tech Consulting space? Looking to develop your skills with real business problems? Now’s your chance with our Deloitte Tech Consulting Virtual Internship.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
All Location
Deloitte
At Deloitte, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art technology to innovate, create and make an impact that matters.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 6 other locations
VACANCIES
210
Aurecon
Choosing a career path as an undergraduate can be challenging. In our internship programme, you will be placed in a technical field of your choice (where possible) for approximately three months to gain experience in that field and help you decide if it is right for you.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 13 other locations
accepts international
Yes
Arup
Join us over the summer to work on projects that make an impact on our communities, with a huge focus on sustainability!
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 7 other locations
Arup
Join us over the summer to work on projects that make an impact on our communities, with a huge focus on sustainability!
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 7 other locations
Macquarie Group
We offer summer internships to students in their penultimate year of study. The program runs for 10 to 12 weeks from November. Working alongside leading industry professionals, you will receive a structured induction, on-the-job training and networking opportunities.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney and 1 other locations
Citi
Are you passionate building client relationships? Join Citi's Corporate Banking division to see how you can make a difference.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Citi
Are you passionate about advising clients? Join Citi's Capital Markets Origination division to see how you can make a difference.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Woodside
Our Summer Vacation Program allows students in their second to last year of university with a genuine interest in the oil and gas industry to gain an insight into working within a fast paced, multi-disciplined organisation.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Perth
POSITION START DATE
Nov 2021 (approx)
accepts international
Yes
Woodside
A placement within our Professional Development Program will provide Timor - Leste and Myanmar nationals currently enrolled full-time at an Australian university (undergraduate or post-graduate degree) with valuable experience of working within a fast growing, multi-disciplined organisation.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Perth
POSITION START DATE
Nov 2021 (approx)
Mars Australia
The Mars Research and Development Internship Experience is designed to give you a taste of what it's like to work at Mars while you work on a real business project!
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Regional New South Wales and 1 other locations
VACANCIES
2-3
PwC
Combine studies with work, all while receiving professional and financial support. The PwC Trainee Program is a unique three-year opportunity that offers real paid work experience while you complete your degree.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 5 other locations
Westpac Group
Play your part in supporting our customers navigate the complexity of financial markets while managing the bank's key market and funding risks.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
POSITION START DATE
Dec 2021 (approx)
Westpac Group
Fast-track your career with CIB, by building relationships and developing relevant market expertise to tailor solutions to meet our customers' needs.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney and 1 other locations
POSITION START DATE
Dec 2021 (approx)
ANZ
Develop the skills to launch your career in the professional workforce.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 6 other locations
Deutsche Bank
An internship at Deutsche Bank is your stepping stone to success and your first look into what life is like on our Graduate Programme.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Deutsche Bank
You’ll become part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace as you build on your technical and interpersonal skills, take on real responsibilities, hear from senior leadership through our speaker series, work on live projects, grow your network and learn first-hand how we deliver for our clients.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Bank of America
Summer Analysts in the Asia Pacific region participate in an 8 - 12 week program, depending on location, which is designed to give you a unique opportunity to gain exposure to life in Global Markets.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Bank of America
Summer Analysts in the Asia Pacific region participate in an 8-12 week program, depending on location, which is designed to give you a unique opportunity to gain exposure to life in Corporate Banking.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
Chemical/Process Engineering Internships and Vacation Programs for Undergraduates
The chemical engineering sector is very extensive, providing various tasks to those working in the field. Their purpose is to convert raw material by producing, transforming and using chemicals and materials to become valuable products. However, chemical engineers could also work as consultants, giving the option to work either in an office, laboratory or in a plant environment.
For chemical/process engineer students, work experience is a key advantage to possibly landing a graduate job after finishing their studies and also crucial for their future in this career pathway. Employers provide the opportunity for undergraduates to gain the necessary experience and an inner look at the profession through internships, industrial placements and vacation programs, allowing students to accumulate on-the-job experience and develop skills by applying their principles into practical purposes.
How to secure an internship
There is no guarantee to getting an internship, however, these are some ways that could help increase the chances1:
- Start thinking early It is always a good idea to think about internships and vacation programs early as it will give you time to be well prepared for what to expect in the industry and look into the benefits.
- Extra-curricular activities and opportunities Doing activities outside of studies is important in helping you to build your skills. Having done extra-curricular activities that is relevant to the stands out on your CV and would impress your employers.
- Network Taking extra curricular activities could also help connect you with important people that are in the engineering field. It also gives you the chance to meet peers from the sector and open doors to various opportunities.
- Apply early Employers usually wait until the end of the application date to end before opening applications, however, there would be a higher chance for employers to take a look at your application first if you were to apply early. Sorting out your applications early and making sure your CV and cover letter suit the roles you apply for would pay off in the end as using a generic cover letter would be spotted, decreasing your chance to get the internship.
What employers are looking for
In order to be a part of an internship or program, students would have to be majoring in chemical engineering and have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Other aspects of personal skills that employers look for in their future interns and employees are that they acquire intrapersonal skills, eagerness to progress and are adaptable to their surroundings.
What to expect
Engineering internships are normally offered to undergraduates in their penultimate year, however some organisations are willing to take in interns that have completed their first year. Internships are usually part time during studies but could reach to full time in the summer.
During the duration of your internship, you’ll most likely receive training first to get you adapted into the work place. Some employers offer classroom or seminar training as well as hands on training under the guidance of a professional mentor to obtain valuable experience and expand your knowledge.
Internships give you a real grasp of what you can be getting yourself into in your future career and see if it’s right for you. You’ll also be able to apply what you’ve learnt and see what’s expected of you in a professional work place, which could even help land you a job if you do exceptional work.
Possible tasks and responsibilities
There are various tasks and responsibilities an intern can expect to take on the internship depending on which field they are taking. A few of the fields that are offered in a chemical engineering internship, however not limited to, are2:
- Correcting and updating designs
- Design of plants for water treatment
- Design of chemical systems
- Environmental treatment
- Food processing
- Manufacturing of cosmetics
- Manufacturing of pharmaceutical products
- Manufacturing of absorbents for various materials
- Packaging
- Plastic manufacturing
- Petrochemicals (mining industry)
- Quality analysis in a laboratory
- Recycling
- Research and development (chemical industry) etc.
1 Rate My Placement. Engineering work experience: placement & internship guide. 2015
2 Career Development & Consulting. Chemical Engineering Internships. 2015
