Intern - Contracts Delivery (Construction)

Sunshine Coast Council; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 437,000 - 582,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Council offers a 12-week paid internship, commencing November 2026 and concluding February 2027. You will work four days per week, with a 2-week unpaid break over Christmas, gaining practical experience with the Contracts Delivery team and exposure to GIS, construction and contract management.

You will be mentored by industry professionals, develop project delivery skills, and be part of a large, regional organisation near beautiful beaches.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a tertiary course and has completed 16 or more subjects.
• Recently graduated from university (within 12 months) or completed a TAFE Diploma within 12 months.
• Available to attend the Assessment Centre on 29 October 2026.
• Australian working rights: Citizen, Permanent Resident, or current visa with unrestricted working rights for the program duration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contracts data in GIS for road resurfacing programs.
• Support engineers and inspectors with site scoping, inspections and data collection.
• Participate in contractor safety audits and compliance checks under guidance.
• Provide administrative and project support to contract administrators as required.
• Contribute to project coordination, documentation, record-keeping and progress tracking.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and council policies, protecting the public image of the Council.
• Capture and securely use public records in line with Records Management Policy.

Education

Tertiary course in progress

16+ subjects completed

Recent graduate or Diploma within 12 months

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

Turn your studies into practical experience with our Contracts Delivery team. You'll work alongside industry professionals, contribute to infrastructure projects, and develop valuable skills in project delivery, construction, GIS, and contract management. As the Intern – Contracts Delivery, you will gain experience and exposure to:

• Assist with the finalisation and updating of construction project data within GIS for the road resurfacing program.
• Support engineers and inspectors with onsite project scoping, site inspections, and data collection activities.
• Participate in contractor safety audits and compliance checks under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Provide administrative and project support to contract administrators as required.
• Contribute to project coordination activities, including documentation, record-keeping, and progress tracking.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, Council policies and the highest standards of integrity, always protecting and advancing the public image of Council.
• Responsible for the compliant capture and secure use of public records in line with Sunshine Coast Council Records Management Policy during the conduct of daily business.

About You

• 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