Macquarie Group
Designed for female and STEM students in their penultimate year of study, the Macquarie Capital Winter Development Program is an exciting 3-week paid internship providing an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the financial services industry.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
POSITION START DATE
Jul 2021 (approx)
Program Duration
3 Weeks
Macquarie Group
Designed for female and STEM students in their penultimate year of study, the Macquarie Capital Winter Development Program is an exciting 3-week paid internship providing an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the financial services industry.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Melbourne
POSITION START DATE
Jul 2021 (approx)
Program Duration
3 Weeks
Project Everest Ventures
Gain real world, international work experience, empowering local developing communities and making a sustainable, positive impact in the world.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 9 other locations
Project Everest Ventures
Apply social entrepreneurship in collaboration with cutting-edge tech companies, to create positive impact in rural communities across Australia.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 7 other locations
PwC
The PwC Vacation Program is open to students in their second last year of university. This four to six week internship is an opportunity to gain industry experience and a potential fast track into our Graduate Program.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 6 other locations
EY
Could the skills you learn here unlock doors anywhere?
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 5 other locations
EY
To ensure you match your interests and career goals, we encourage you to research our service lines before applying.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 6 other locations
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
Remote friendly
Yes
Rio Tinto
From day one, our graduates help us transform the way we do things, making a better tomorrow for all of us. We love fresh ideas and new thinking and our grad program gives you the tools to innovate and invent -- to pioneer progress for you and us.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Brisbane and 1 other locations
NSW Government
The NSW Government Virtual Internship Program allows students to gain insight into the experience of working as a graduate in NSW Government.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 5 other locations
Credit Suisse
Think differently. Think globally. Welcome every background and every perspective. Join networks that celebrate the individual. Perform in a culture based on diversity and inclusion. Be represented and valued. Wherever you work in the world, be your true self.
JOB TYPE
Event
LOCATION
Sydney and 1 other locations
Bank of America
Summer Analysts in the Asia Pacific region participate in a 9 week program, depending on location, which is designed to give you a unique opportunity to gain exposure to life in Investment Banking.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Melbourne
Bank of America
Summer Analysts in the Asia Pacific region participate in a 10 week program which is designed to give you a unique opportunity to gain exposure to life in Research.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
The Hong Kong Jockey Club
The Hong Kong Jockey Club's Information Technology Division drives the implementation of innovative technology solutions that contribute significantly to the Club's mission and strategic objectives.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Hong Kong
BHP
BHP is a leading global resources company that extracts and processes minerals, oil and gas; resources necessary for families, towns, regions and nations.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Brisbane and 5 other locations
Lockheed Martin
This is the perfect opportunity to apply your knowledge gained in tertiary studies and is catered for students in year 3 of their studies.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Adelaide and 1 other locations
SALARY
$50,000-$55,000
POSITION START DATE
Feb 2022 (approx)
Program Duration
6 Months
Lockheed Martin
This is the perfect opportunity to apply your knowledge gained in tertiary studies and is catered for students in year 3 of their studies.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Adelaide and 1 other locations
SALARY
$50,000-$55,000
POSITION START DATE
Aug 2022 (approx)
Program Duration
6 Months
KPMG
Kick Start Your Career. The KPMG Vacation Program is your first step in shaping a career full of meaningful work that will help shape our collective futures.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Adelaide
Remote Friendly
Yes
KPMG
Kick Start Your Career. The KPMG Vacation Program is your first step in shaping a career full of meaningful work that will help shape our collective futures.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Melbourne
Remote Friendly
Yes
Optiver
Are you a penultimate / pre-penultimate year student with a passion for Finance or Risk Management? Do you like challenges and want to kick start your career at one of Australia’s “Top Graduate Employers”? Do you want to apply your quantitative ability in a collaborative environment?
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
accepts international
Yes
Optiver
Are you a penultimate or pre-penultimate year student with a passion for data driven problem solving? Do you like challenges and want to kick start your career at one of Australia’s “Top Graduate Employers”? Do you want to work in an informal, collaborative and dynamic environment?
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney
accepts international
Yes
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 9 other locations
Program Duration
3 – 8 Weeks
VACANCIES
500
Deloitte
The future is in your hands. Explore limitless opportunities at Deloitte to find your purpose, harness your potential and create a better tomorrow.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Canberra and 9 other locations
Program Duration
3 – 8 Weeks
VACANCIES
500
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
Premium Graduate Placements
We have placements open now and are immediately looking for eligible graduates and students to commence internships.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney and 4 other locations
Premium Graduate Placements
We have placements open now and are immediately looking for eligible graduates and students to commence Engineering internships.
JOB TYPE
Internships
LOCATION
Sydney and 4 other locations
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
How to get an Internship or Vacation Work in Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical engineering internships and vacation programs are of paramount importance for penultimate mechanical engineering students in gaining invaluable industry experience prior to graduation. For most universities in Australia, undertaking practical work experience in the form of the above constitutes a compulsory aspect of the degree, and a prerequisite for graduation. This is because receiving accreditation from Engineers Australia requires engineering schools to include a minimum of 12 weeks of reasonable exposure or involvement in professional engineering practice. Nonetheless, practical work experience is an opportunity for students to gain invaluable experience at an industrial setting, increase business networks, and an avenue for potential employment in the future. For students who are midway through their degree or penultimate students, here are a few ways to go about finding and securing a mechanical engineering internship or summer vacation program.
For a general overview of Engineering internships and vacation programs click here.
Making an informed choice:
Mechanical engineering intern roles are diverse and cover a wide variety of tasks. Before aimlessly searching for an internship or vacation work, make sure you answer these questions first.
- What kind of internship are you looking for?
- Which industries interest you?
- What is the ‘size’ of company you want to work at?
Consider these questions when you are search for your ideal program, as a program that suits your needs maximizes your learning experience and potentially kick-start a career in your chosen field of your interest.
Resources to help you find and secure a mechanical engineering internship or vacation role:
Engineers Australia Website
If you click ‘resources’ in the Young Engineers Australia section of the website, you can access ‘Vacation and Graduate Employment Handbooks’ which provides comprehensive guides from writing a cover letter to planning your career in engineering.
Your university website:
The Engineering faculty website/noticeboard usually has lists of companies offering internship opportunities or vacation placements. Most universities also have a careers section on their website where students can receive employment notices and obtain resources and guidance on applying for internships.
University Staff:
It is wise to talk to your professors and other academic staff as they come from an engineering background and can recommend suitable contacts, as well as advise on sources of information about companies. The careers advisor or the work experience/internships contact person at your university is also a good person to consult.
Networking events and career fairs:
Competition is strong and it is advised to join these networking events where you can meet the people who work in your field of interest or at your desired company to learn more about what is required and discuss more details about placement opportunities
Creating your own opportunities:
Directly contacting your employers shows your initiative and may open up an opportunity for you in companies that have no ‘official’ placement program. Keep in mind that inquiries in writing should have a resume or cv attached. Students can also try looking within their own networks/contacts.
What employers are looking for:
‘Household–name” companies or not, there is an underlying fundamental set of skills companies desire or demand.
These include:
Strong Academic Standing:
A strong academic record reflects a strong understanding of the basics and fundamentals of Mechanical engineering.
- Personal Achievements/Soft Skills:
Students should have demonstrated skills in teamwork, and possess both written and oral communication skills. Other common attributes employers seek include creativity, problem-solving skills and passion. As such, it is important that students involve themselves in extra-curricular activities. Even non-‘relevant’ jobs such as community service, volunteering or charity work are useful if you can demonstrate how these transferable skills can be applied to the broader engineering context (eg. Attention to detail, organisation or health and safety). Students should also demonstrate their genuine interest in the field/company, desire to help improve the world and enjoyment in learning how to make things work more efficiently.
Students should also position the academic knowledge and skills that they possess in terms of how those learnt skills could be applied to help the employer. Remember to apply, start your research, and prepare early to ensure that the deadlines are not missed and that you meet the criteria of the company.
