CareerDC

CareerDC charges 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.

Gain Practical Experience in Engineering

The Engineering Internship Program offers a 12-week work experience placement with an Australian internship host company.  The program is designed to connect you with industry professionals, develop your technical and soft skills, and provide academic credit towards your engineering studies in an Australian university. 

Why Choose CareerDC’s Internship Program?

• Work on Industry-Relevant Projects
  Gain hands-on experience in practical engineering tasks, such as CAD design, project planning, materials testing, and system analysis, depending on your host company and engineering major. 
• Develop Professional Skills 
  Develop your technical, communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills while working on a range of tasks in a real Australian workplace with established professionals 
  and industry-standard tools. 
  
  
• Get First-Hand Engineering Insights
  Gain insights into engineering workflows, safety regulations, and innovative technologies in industries such as construction, manufacturing, energy, and telecommunications (depending on your host company).

Who Can Apply?

• University Students in Australian Universities and Colleges
  Whether you’re an international or local student studying engineering at an Australian university, this program will help you gain academic credit and practical work experience relevant to your engineering major.
  
  
• Recent Graduates
  If you’ve recently graduated or your degree does not require an internship, you can still take part by combining your work experience placement with an accredited Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program to build industry-relevant skills.

Your Work Experience Placement 

Your internship placement will be matched with your internship requirements and preferences, including start date, duration, and location. Example host companies include:

• A construction engineering firm specialising in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• A technology-driven manufacturing company.
• A renewable energy organisation focusing on sustainable engineering solutions.

What You’ll Do During Your Work Experience Placement

Your tasks will vary depending on your host company and engineering major, but your internship may involve:

• Assisting with designing, drafting, and modelling using industry-standard software.
• Supporting quality assurance, system analysis, and testing in real-world engineering applications.
• Collaborating with engineers on project management, cost estimation, and technical documentation.
• Conducting research, simulations, and prototype testing to improve engineering designs.

About CareerDC

CareerDC has been helping students and graduates in Australia since 2011 gain study-relevant work experience by coordinating internship programs that align with academic and career development goals.

Program Details

The 12-week Engineering Internship Program offers practical industry experience and academic credit. The program includes a coordination fee, which covers personalised internship matching, CV updates, interview preparation, organising interviews with potential host companies, all relevant host company arrangements, and support throughout your internship.

Ready to Start Your Internship in Engineering?

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