Student opportunities
No matter what field of you’re in, practical experience makes all the difference in kickstarting your professional career and producing a highly-skilled energy workforce.
Linked below are opportunities to gain experience in a number of practical roles. If your organisation offers an opportunity for students that you would like included here, contact CIET at ciet@curtin.edu.au
AIE Young Energy Professionals
Become a member anytime
AIE Perth offers a wide range of in-person and online events throughout the year, including lunchtime talks, evening events, social sundowners, site visits and our annual conference. Some of our events are run in conjunctions with our popular Young Energy Professionals (YEPs) and Women in Energy groups. YEPs run a range of events with a State, national or international focus on a wide range of energy sector developments, from policy to regulatory and commercial.
Innovation Central Perth (ICP) student programs
On-demand or summer program
Innovation Central Perth (ICP) is an industry collaboration centre located at Curtin University, solving real-world problems by connecting industry to students and academia. ICP staff collaborate with Curtin academics, Curtin facilities and Cisco Engineers to nurture student interns throughout a paid real-world project. ICP projects have ranged across a vast variety of different sectors, spanning engineering, data science, computing, science, finance, marketing, cyber security and more!
Zenith Energy Summer Internship
Applications now open
Zenith is a market leader in the development and delivery of sustainable energy solutions, specialising in tailored off-grid power generation and service models. Working in renewables isn’t just about electrical or mechanical engineering – their internship roles include Finance (Structured, Accounting), Marketing and Communications, Business Development, Legal, Commerce and Contracts, Engineering (Innovation, Microgrids, Technical, Mechanical Design, Control Systems).
Magellan Power 2024 graduate program
Applications open now
Magellan Power is on the lookout for ambitious final year students and talented graduates with a passion for driving positive change in the power electronics industry. Whether your expertise lies in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or related fields, if you’re eager to make a meaningful impact, Magellan wants to hear from you.
Synergy Student vacation program
Applications open now
Synergy’s 3 month vacation program commences in November 2024 and offers opportunities across multiple disciplines, including: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical and Controls & Instrumentation), Data Analyst and Commercial Analyst , Energy Market Analyst, Cyber security. The vacation program is a pathway to their graduate program.
AEMO graduate program
Applications open now
Kickstart your career in the energy industry by becoming part of AEMO’s Graduate Development Program. Enrich your learning and development through AEMO’s structured rotational program, enabling you to launch your career in the energy sector. AEMO look for exceptional people from a range of tertiary backgrounds who have a genuine interest in the Energy Sector.
Aurecon internship
Applications open 19 June-4 August 2024
Aurecon is looking for interns who are passionate about co-creating solutions for a sustainable, liveable future in which people and the planet can flourish. Over the 12-week programme, you will have opportunities to harness your skills, work on actual projects, enhance your knowledge base, and receive structured feedback from your team leader and mentors. This is your chance to step outside of your comfort zone, build your network, and explore different pathways that you may want to pursue after finishing your degree.
DevelopmentWA student and graduate pathways
Applications open 1 July 2024
DevelopmentWA provides placements in their core business divisions: Business Development and Marketing, Corporate Services, Planning, Design and Transition, and Operations. During your placement with DevelopmentWA you will be provided a meaningful program aligned to your interests allowing you the opportunity to gain an understanding, and experience in specific occupational areas.
Mineral Resources vacation program
Applications due to open mid year
The MinRes vacation program is designed for university students who are entering their final year of study. Their vacation program is a 12-week placement over the summer and engages students in a varied and valuable learning experience working with one of Australia’s fastest-growing mining companies.