Intern - Civil Construction x2

Sunshine Coast Council; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Council invites students or recent graduates to join the My Summer Workplace 12-week paid internship program. Commencing November 2026 and concluding February 2027, the role runs four days per week with a two-week unpaid break over Christmas.

You will gain practical experience across road, drainage and landfill projects, be mentored by professionals, and build networks while contributing to sustainable infrastructure on the Sunshine Coast.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a tertiary course and eligible to work in Australia.
• Recent graduate within 12 months or completed a TAFE Diploma within 12 months.
• Able to attend the Assessment Centre on 29 October 2026.
• Australian working rights: Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid visa with unrestricted work rights.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience delivering civil construction projects (road, drainage, landfill).
• Assist project engineers with planning, coordination and project delivery.
• Attend site visits and project meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Track project progress and help keep key milestones on schedule.
• Assist with project documentation, reporting and contract administration.
• Work alongside experienced professionals across the full project lifecycle.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Tertiary student

Job description

About My Summer Workplace
Are you currently studying, or have recently graduated and needing to gain experience within the industry? My Summer Workplace is a 12-week paid internship program with Sunshine Coast Council that will equip you with the skills, opportunities, networks and confidence you need to step into your chosen career.

About My Summer Workplace
Are you currently studying, or have recently graduated and needing to gain experience within the industry? My Summer Workplace is a 12-week paid internship program with Sunshine Coast Council that will equip you with the skills, opportunities, networks and confidence you need to step into your chosen career.
Commencing in November 2026 and concluding February 2027, you will need to be available to work four days per week for this 12-week period. Note - There will be a 2-week unpaid break over the Christmas period.

Why Intern at Sunshine Coast Council?
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

Interning with Sunshine Coast Council will provide you with incredible exposure to a medium-large sized organisation which comprises of over 20 functional areas and spans many industries. In addition, you will be mentored by industry professionals, expand your knowledge and skills, and let’s not forget - we’re close to some of the best beaches you can enjoy over summer.

About This Internship
Ready to kick-start your career in civil construction? We're looking for a driven and enthusiastic student who wants to gain real-world experience while helping deliver infrastructure that keeps the Sunshine Coast moving. If you're keen to learn, enjoy working as part of a team, and want exposure to exciting construction projects from planning through to delivery, this internship will give you the opportunity to build practical skills, industry knowledge and valuable professional connections.

• Gain hands-on experience delivering road, drainage and landfill projects.
• Support project engineers with planning, coordination and project delivery.
• Attend site visits and project meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Track project progress and help keep key milestones on schedule.
• Assist with project documentation, reporting and contract administration.
• Work alongside experienced professionals across the full project lifecycle.
• Contribute to safe, sustainable and high-quality construction outcomes.
• Build practical skills and industry knowledge in a real-world environment.

About You
To be eligible for My Summer Workplace, you must:

• Be enrolled in a tertiary course and have completed 16 or more subjects, or;
• Have recently graduated from university (within 12 months of graduation); or
• Have recently completed a TAFE Diploma (within 12 months of graduation);
• Be able to attend the Assessment Centre on 29 October 2026
• Possess Australian working rights:
• Citizen (AU/NZ)
• Permanent Resident
• Current valid visa, with unrestricted working rights for the duration of the program

Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.
For specific enquiries contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role