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CareerDC Internships charge a fee for the coordination of each internship program. You will get a tailored resume, interview training, unlimited interviews, access to our network of host companies, an internship placement relevant to your studies, an accredited WIL course (where applicable) and support during your internship.

Get Hands-On Chemical and Process Engineering Experience in Australia

Are you a chemical or process engineering student or recent graduate looking for industry experience in Australia? The Chemical/Processing Engineering Internship Program provides you with the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals, apply your academic knowledge, and gain hands-on experience in an Australian workplace.

Why Choose This Program?

• Work on Real Engineering Tasks: You’ll apply your theoretical knowledge in a professional setting as you contribute to research, product development, and quality assurance processes (depending on your host company).
• Gain Industry Exposure: You’ll get to develop your practical skills in industry-relevant tasks, such as chemical analysis, batch testing, and process optimisation while working under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Develop Your Communication Skills: You’ll collaborate with colleagues and supervisors in a structured engineering environment, which will improve your communication and teamwork skills. 

Who Can Apply?

• University Students: You’re an international or local student currently studying chemical or process engineering at an Australian university and you need to meet your degree requirements, get academic credit and want to gain hands-on industry experience.
• Recent Graduates: If you’ve recently graduated or your degree does not require an internship, you can still gain industry experience by combining your placement with an accredited Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program.

Tailored Internship Placements Relevant to Your Studies

Your internship placement will be matched to your preferences, including the start date, location, and project type. Example host companies include:

• Specialist technology and process engineering firms working on industrial solutions.
• Analytical testing providers supporting compliance and product assurance.
• Companies in the construction chemicals sector developing innovative materials and applications.

What You’ll Do During the Work Experience Placement

Depending on your host company, your tasks may include:

• Gaining experience in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and assisting with laboratory and non-bench tasks.
• Testing and preparing lab samples, including those for water and food quality analysis.
• Supporting R&D and quality assurance (QA) projects, including data collection and reporting.
• Assisting in the formulation and development of industrial chemical products.
• Learning about environmental and compliance standards within the chemical engineering industry.
  Participating in on-site visits with industry professionals to gain exposure to client interactions and project coordination.

About CareerDC

Since 2011, CareerDC has been helping students and graduates in Australia gain study-relevant work experience by coordinating tailored internship placements across various industries.

Program Details

The 12-week Chemical/Processing Engineering Internship Program connects you with a suitable host company, providing hands-on work experience tailored to your academic and career development goals. The program comes with a coordination fee that covers:

• Customised work experience placement coordination
• CV updates and interview preparation
• Matching and coordinating with suitable companies
• Organising internship interviews with potential host companies
• Ongoing support throughout your internship

Ready to Gain Industry Experience?

Apply now by sending your CV to CareerDC and get full details about the Chemical/Processing Engineering Internship Program, including how it works and what’s included.