Engineering Intern
1 day ago
Explore a dynamic and rewarding career in the Australian defence industry Join an industry at the forefront of innovation, where you'll work on exciting projects, develop sought-after skills, and unlock long-term career opportunities. Be part of a growing sector that offers unique pathways and endless potential for those ready to make an impact.
**About DIIP**
Are you a motivated Engineering student eager to explore career pathways in Australia's defence industry?
The Defence Industry Internship Program (DIIP) is a national program, offering a unique 12-week, paid internship that provides hands-on experience within one of thousands of small to medium defence industry enterprises. This program is designed to provide students with valuable, real-world experience, and to showcase the cutting-edge technology and innovation that powers the defence industry.
Join DIIP to enhance your skills, build industry connections, and play a part in supporting Australia’s Department of Defence.
**Benefits**
Students selected for the Defence Industry Internship Program will engage in a 12-week, 450-hour paid internship. Interns will work in innovative organisations using advanced technical systems. This internship is offered on a casual basis, commencing in December 2025, ideally full-time over the university summer break; however, part-time arrangements may be possible with prior approval. Interns will receive a weekly wage of $1161.34 per 37.5 hour week.
**Eligibility**
To be eligible for the program, students must:
- Be an Australian Citizen
- Be 18 years or older
- Be in your 3rd or 4th year undergrad studies in Engineering or Technology (with a strong academic record)
- Be currently enrolled in an Australian University
- Be able to commit, in a part-time or full-time capacity, to the DIIP for 450-hour duration of the program
- Be able to complete the internship by end of May 2026
- Be eligible to obtain a security clearance to the required level (as required, based on host requirements)
- Have not previously undertaken a DIIP internship
**Streams available**
The Engineering stream offers opportunities across a range of disciplines including:
- Aerospace/Aeronautical
- Chemical
- Civil
- Data Science
- Electrical/Electronics
- Industrial/Manufacturing
- Machine Learning
- Maritime
- Materials
- Mechatronic
- Mechanical
- Software/Systems
We encourage applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- _Resume_ (including a personal statement addressing your suitability for the DIIP as one document)
- _Evidence of citizenship_ - Australian Passport; Australian Birth Certificate; Australian Citizenship certificate
- _Academic Transcript (unofficial)_
**Job Type**: Contract
Contract length: 12 weeks
Pay: $1,161.00 - $1,162.00 per week
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
**Location**:
- Melbourne VIC 3004 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 29/08/2025
Expected Start Date: 24/11/2025
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