GHD Graduate Program 2026/27 - Technology Advisory - Sydney

GHD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is launching its 2027 Graduate Program in Technology Advisory, based in St Leonards/Sydney. The program invites recent graduates or final-year students in CS, cybersecurity or engineering to develop consulting skills while tackling big sustainability challenges.

Selected graduates will join a two-year development track, mentored by managers and peers, with opportunities to work across cybersecurity strategy, technology consulting and design validation before construction.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or expected to graduate by end of 2026, with degree majors such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics or similar.
• Open to broader Engineering disciplines with strong interest in connecting engineering with technology and solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and willingness to learn across projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year Graduate Development Program designed to kickstart a consulting career.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to apply digital innovation to energy, water and community projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Cybersecurity

Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

GHD Graduate Program 2026/27- Technology Advisory - Sydney

ST LEONARDS, NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia

Job Description

We don't do hair. But we do straighten out some of the world's biggest challenges.

We're engineers, scientists, designers, architects, planners, advisors, innovators and change makers, committed to making energy, water and communities sustainable for generations to come.

Since 1928, we've been wholly owned by our employees. Today, we are 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals working in over 160 offices across five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.

Who could you be at GHD?

Our Technology Advisory team is a group of forward-thinking professionals who help clients harness the power of digital innovation to solve complex challenges. These professionals work across diverse areas, including strengthening and protecting our clients’ critical assets with cybersecurity strategy and architecture, driving operational resilience and efficiency with technology consulting and solutions, and creating immersive, visual mixed reality experiences to aid design validation before construction.

This team of specialists are looking for Digital Graduate – Technology Advisory to join them as part of our 2027 Graduate Program.

We're looking for someone who:

• has recently graduated (or is a current student expecting to graduate by the end of 2026) with a degree and/or major in areas such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or similar.
• Alternatively, you may be studying a broader Engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc) and have a strong interest in connecting the engineering industry with innovative technology and solutions.
• Has an interest in working in consulting and the engineering sector
• has excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• is curious, enthusiastic and willing to learn across a wide range of projects.

These positions are available in our St Leonards or Sydney office, starting in February 2027.

Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to give you a smooth start to your consulting career. Alongside your peers, managers and mentors, we'll help you detangle any challenges along the way.

We want your journey to be as smooth as possible, so here's everything you need to help you prep like a pro:

• Your CV:This gives us a snapshot of what you've studied and your experiences, both paid and unpaid.
• A cover letter:Think of this as your chance to show us where you'd love to grow within GHD, while letting your communication skills shine.
• Your transcript:This helps us understand what you've been learning, from your core subjects to the electives that sparked your curiosity.

Your journey to joining GHD:

Here's what to expect, step by step:

• Screening:We review applications as they come in, but be mindful that the bulk of our screening happens after applications close, so don't worry if you don't hear from us right away.
• Virtual Assessments:If you make it through the first stage, you'll record some answers to a few straightforward questions and complete some cognitive games. This helps us get a better sense of your work style and alignment to GHD Graduate roles.
• Meet the team:If you're successful, you'll have a face-face interview (wherever possible) with your prospective team. We'll chat through some behavioural based questions to learn more about your skills and experience. It's also a chance for you to get to know us!
• Offer:Congratulations! We'll talk through all the finer details, like salary, your start date, our onboarding process and what to expect before your first day.

We're committed to being as inclusive as possible and giving everyone an equitable chance of getting through our application process.If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse or have a disabilityand need adjustments to any part of the process, let us know in your application form—we're here to help.

Start dates and opportunities

Most of our full-time roles kick off in February 2027, though there may be the possibility of earlier start dates for some teams. Plus, there might also be casual work opportunities throughout your final year of study to give you a head start.

Ready to shine?

If you've got your documents polished and prepped, the application should only take 10-15 minutes.

GHD: The Power of Commitment

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
Community impact is important to us, influencing how we work, our projects and how we give back. Our GHD in the Community program partners with not-for-profit organisations so that we can work on pro-bono projects, as well as volunteering and fundraising for philanthropic and humanitarian causes. As a business, we also channel some of our profits into the GHD Foundation, a registered charity that addresses disadvantage and inequality in children accessing STEAM education in the countries where we live and work.

Within GHD, our employee groups and networks help us foster community, find our tribe, and celebrate what makes us unique. These groups play a big part in our global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, creating spaces for meaningful and safe conversations, connecting with likeminded individuals, and creating a voice to leadership.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 25405
• Job Category Digital
• Locations Level 11, St Leonards, New South Wales, 2065, AU