2027 Undergraduate Projects & Design Engineering Internship

Cummins; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins is seeking an undergraduate Mechanical, Mechatronics or Product Engineering student for a 13‑month full-time internship at the Scoresby office, commencing 27 January 2027. You will work with a team of engineers across multiple departments, building practical skills and applying theory to real-world product development.

You will create CAD models, develop concepts, and produce drawings while collaborating with procurement and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Product Engineering required.
• Penultimate/final year with 1–8 units left to complete by January 2027.
• Able to defer studies for 13 months and commit to full-time internship.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D CAD models and develop design concepts within project specifications.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and documentation for manufacturing release.
• Coordinate engineering change requests and support change management for new/existing products.
• Liaise with procurement, supply chain and cross-functional teams to support product development.
• Gain hands-on exposure to verification testing, data analysis and engineering reporting.
• Prepare and present findings for design reviews and projects.

Job description

2027 Undergraduate Projects & Design Engineering Internship

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

If you are an undergraduate Mechanical, Mechatronics or Product Engineering student looking to jump start your career, we are offering a 13-month full time internship based at our Scoresby office . Our Scoresby office is offering rare 13-month full time Mechanical Engineering Internship opportunities commencing 27th January 2027 for current Mechanical, Mechatronics or Product Engineering students who are keen to utilise theoretical skills learnt in their degree and develop practical skills in the workforce.

In this role you will make an impact and gain experience in the following ways:

• Being part of a great team of experienced engineers working with internal and external customers across multiple departments.
• Create 3D CAD models and develop design concepts within project specifications.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and documentation for manufacturing release.
• Coordinate engineering change requests and support engineering change management activities for new and existing products.
• Liaise with procurement, supply chain, suppliers and cross‑functional teams to support product development activities.
• Gain hands‑on exposure to verification testing, data analysis and engineering reporting.
• Prepare and present findings for design reviews and engineering projects.
• Develop proficiency in CAD and drafting practices aligned with Cummins standards and specifications.
• Coordinate product design and drawing development with drafting teams.
• Participate in project management activities for new product development projects.
• Gain hands‑on assembly experience with engine power pack and packaged products.

About You:

To qualify for this undergraduate internship, it is essential that you:

• Are currently studying a degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Product Engineering, ideally in your 3 rd or 4 th year of study
• Have between 1 and 8 units of study left to complete of your undergraduate degree as of January 2027
• Ideally completed the penultimate year with one final year of university left before graduation.
• Are available for the full 13 months and be willing to defer your studies for that duration.

Note: Applicants that do not meet these qualifying requirements unfortunately will not be considered.

To be successful in this role, you will possess skills/abilities or be able to perform:

• Strong academic results in Mathematics; Thermodynamics; Mechanical Design; Professional Practice.
• Drafting or CAD modelling skills (Solidworks, CREO, Inventor or AutoCAD).
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management principles
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer literacy and a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, a team work ethic and the ability to think and operate autonomously and independently when required.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines is highly desirable

This is a 13-month, full time, paid placement and the successful candidate will be required to defer their studies for the duration of the program.

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, colour, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.