Undergraduate Sustainability Consultant

6 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Northrop Consulting Engineers Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Are you seeking an opportunity to get involved in the regenerative design of our built environment? Northrop's Sydney Sustainability team approaches every project as an opportunity for improving the health and vitality of ecological, social and economic systems. We have an opening for an
Undergraduate Sustainability Consultant
position that will provide an opportunity to get involved in supporting sustainable building and precinct projects across Australia.

Who are we?
Northrop Consulting Engineers is an employee owned; multi-discipline consultancy that has been established for over 45 years. We have an open management structure that embodies a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce for all our employees.

We currently employ over 500 team members across NSW, ACT, QLD, and VIC. We have a strong values-based culture of realising potential which means developing and empowering our people to be leaders and agents of positive change for the community, our people, projects and clients.

The projects we undertake come in all sizes across a range of sectors including age care, health, education, land development, commercial, industrial and residential.

By joining Northrop, you will be involved in building our technical capability to support the delivery of our Climate Action goals. Our 2030 Climate Action goal is that every Northrop project will be carbon neutral and climate resilient. We consider taking actions on climate to be an imperative and core responsibility for our people, and we are developing knowledge and skills across the four focus areas of Water, Energy, Materials, and Habitat to achieve this goal.

The Impact You'll Have

  • Contributing towards the development of regenerative strategies for a wide range of clients
  • Conducting technical analyses to determine the opportunity for science-based and market leading outcomes for energy, carbon, water, health and nature
  • Helping project teams understand and be accountable for meeting targeted benchmarks in support of third-party certifications like Green Star Buildings and Communities, Passive House and Living Building Challenge
  • Demonstrating compliance with sustainability frameworks, guidelines and standards
  • Researching best practices for building, precinct and infrastructure projects
  • Conducting building simulation modelling to test and evolve ideas that improve building performance (e.g. operational energy/carbon, daylight, water balance, lifecycle assessment, thermal comfort etc).
  • Contributing positively to building our relationships with project teams and clients
  • Participating in industry events that encourage deeper conversations about regenerative design
  • Delivering projects across the commercial / industrial / residential / retail / healthcare sectors in a quality, cost effective and efficient manner.

About You:

  • Education / Qualifications: In your third or final year of study or a relevant tertiary qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
  • Passion: Energised by the opportunity to challenge convention and foster innovation
  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with others including across functional groups and other disciplines within Northrop.
  • Accountability: Sets goals and drives to their fulfilment.
  • Communication: Able to speak and write clearly, concisely, and compellingly. You will also need to use your written and verbal communication skills to influence people's decisions, actions and vision.
  • Connecting: Able to find common ground and gain personal and professional trust.
  • Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyse and read situations well.
  • Leadership: Always focuses on doing what's right for the business.
  • Creative Problem Solving: Continually finds ways to overcome challenges and obstacles.

Culture
Northrop believes that our employees are fundamental to the culture and success of the company. Our people enjoy working for us because we offer a challenging, diverse but rewarding work environment. We believe in developing our people by offering mentoring, coaching, and supporting your journey to realising potential. You'll be empowered to learn and develop to find your area of passion. At Northrop, we understand that the key to success is our people. Together we are creating a workplace that offers career development, employee benefits and values an inclusive culture.

Benefits

  • We are a people business, you'll be able to build and foster meaningful relationships with your colleagues, clients, and the community.
  • You'll be empowered to learn and develop to find your area of passion.
  • Develop our people by offering mentoring, coaching, and supporting your journey to realise your full potential.
  • We are proud to have signed the Australian Engineers Declare a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency declaration, giving you the opportunity to respond to the challenge.
  • We care for our community and the environment; you will be involved in sustainability-focused and climate-resilient projects that will make a positive impact on the community and ecosystems

Next steps
If This Sounds Like The Perfect Opportunity For You, We Would Love To Hear From You To Apply, Please Complete The Application Form, Ensuring That You Provide

  • CV
  • Most recent Academic Transcript
  • Cover Letter that answers the following questions:

  • Q1. Why do you wish to join Northrop?

  • Q2. What do see as your strengths?
  • Q3. What are the areas that you feel you need more development?

To find out more, please visit the Early Careers page on our website.



  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Humanised Group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Sustainability Consultant (Contract | Brisbane or Sydney)  Join a consultancy that values critical thinkers and problem solvers who challenge assumptions and bring new ideas. 2+ years experience in ESG/Sustainability, or Risk and Assurance.Support projects across Brisbane and Sydney.Play a role in ESG and Business Resilience projects with permanent growth...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Edge Impact Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    A little about usAt Edge Impact, we're here to reimagine sustainability. Our mission is simple and ambitious: to create a world where unsustainable is unthinkable.We're a team of passionate, collaborative, and courageous people who partner with leading businesses across industries to help deliver positive global impact. We do this through the power of...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Edge Impact Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

    A little about us At Edge Impact, we're here to reimagine sustainability. Our mission is simple and ambitious: to create a world where unsustainable is unthinkable. We're a team of passionate, collaborative, and courageous people who partner with leading businesses across industries to help deliver positive global impact. We do this through the power of...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia JLL Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The role:We're JLL. We're a professional services and investment management firm specialising in real estate. If you're looking to step up your career in Sustainability, JLL is the perfect professional home. With over 800 Sustainability Professionals worldwide and a strong commitment to be Net Zero by 2040 we're dedicated to achieving our goals and to...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Talent Nation Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    The CompanyWe are partnering with Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) – a proud 100% Australian owned construction business. Since 1976, RCC has built a reputation for delivering projects with precision, diligence and attention to detail – earning the trust of public and private clients. RCC has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality projects...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Atlassian Full time $163,800 - $213,850 per year

    OverviewWorking at AtlassianAtlassians can choose where they work – whether in an office, from home, or a combination of the two. That way, Atlassians have more control over supporting their family, personal goals, and other priorities. We can hire people in any country where we have a legal entity. Interviews and onboarding are conducted virtually, a part...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia MinterEllison Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we're known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities.MinterEllison helps our clients to solve complex problems every day. We do this by our full-service legal offering...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia MinterEllison Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year

    Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, MelbourneContract Type: PermanentMinterEllison is one of Australia's largest independent law and consulting firms, bringing together 200 years of experience and market-leading legal and consulting expertise to deliver industry-informed, independent advice across strategy, regulation, risk, technology, and workforce. We...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ADP Consulting Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Graduate Program 2026 | Sustainability(Sydney) Kickstart your engineering career with purpose and impact. Are you ready to shape the future of engineering and design? Join ADP Consulting's 2026 Graduate Program and start your journey with a company committed to learning, innovation, and culture. This is more than just a job, it's a launchpad to accelerate...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Knowwaste Pty Ltd Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    Company DescriptionKnowwaste Pty Ltd is a leading waste management and sustainability consultancy providing services to councils, waste groups, and private companies across Australia. Our expertise stems from conducting waste projects and understanding the industry's complexities.We implement sustainable waste management programs with the highest safety and...