2026/27 Student Engineer - Rail

Hatch; Perth; On-site; AUD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is offering a Vacation Student Program in Perth, Western Australia, aimed at Civil Engineering students. The program provides real project exposure in rail engineering and consulting, supporting planning, feasibility studies through to detailed design and implementation.

It emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Participants are expected to be near or in the later years of a Civil Engineering degree, with strong academics, and

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong academic record while pursuing Civil Engineering degree.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to support project deliverables.
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals.
• Work towards individual career goals within a flexible framework.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

With over six decades of business and technical experience in the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors, we see challenges evolving in every industry. We respond quickly with solutions that are smarter, more efficient, and innovative. We draw upon our 9,000 staff, with experience in over 150 countries, to challenge the status quo and create positive change for our clients, our employees, and the communities we serve.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities?

Vacation Student opportunity: Build the extraordinary, every day

TheHatch Vacation Student Program provides the opportunity to work on real projects and gain practical industry skills. We will help you through the transition, bridging the gap between your education and career.

As part of theRail team, you will gain exposure to rail engineering and consulting activities across a diverse range of transportation and infrastructure projects. You will work alongside experienced professionals and may be involved in various stages of project delivery, from planning and feasibility studies through to detailed design and implementation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that help shape sustainable and efficient rail networks for communities and industry.

Our Professional Development Program

With Hatch, you will build professional relationships with renowned experts, and champion great initiatives for reputable, well-known clients. You will belong to a company that fosters career growth, encourages continuous improvement and is pioneering in nature.

You will have opportunities to:

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
• Work towards individual career goals
• Work in a flexible framework and environment
• Attend networking events, opportunities, and activities
• Continuously learn and develop through a variety of challenging work experiences and career pathways
• Work with one of Australia’s Top Intern Employers

You bring to the role:

You will be working towards a bachelor/master’s degree in Civil Engineering, ideally in your third year (or later) of study, with a strong academic record. Candidates will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and will be collaborators with the ability to think laterally and innovatively to solve problems. You will also have an interest in exploring a future with a global consulting company and are committed to creating positive change.

The 12-week program commences onMonday, 23 Nov 2026. Please note, during this time Hatch will have its annual office closure from COB Friday, 18 December 2026 and will reopen Monday, 4 January 2027.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.