Intern - Enterprise Systems

Sunshine Coast Council; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Council invites students and recent graduates to join the My Summer Workplace internship program for 12 weeks inside the Enterprise Systems team. You will gain hands-on experience in business analysis, technology solutions, data analytics, and project delivery while helping drive innovation across Council.

Commencing in November 2026 and finishing February 2027, the placement requires four days per week with a two-week unpaid Christmas break.

Qualifications

• Assist with business and systems analysis activities to identify operational improvements.
• Provide support for business applications by responding to user enquiries and assisting with issue resolution.
• Assist with data extraction, reporting, and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Support system performance improvement initiatives and process optimisation activities.
• Contribute to project delivery activities, including testing, documentation, and user training.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project and system-related documentation.
• Liaise with stakeholders to gather information, provide updates, and support change management activities.
• Contribute to application lifecycle management activities, including system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in research activities to identify innovative solutions, emerging technologies, and business improvement opportunities.
• Assist with the development of business cases, reports, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support successful project and operational outcomes.
• Develop professional networks and technical knowledge through participation in team activities, projects, and learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Join our Enterprise Systems team and gain hands-on experience in business analysis, technology solutions, data analytics, and project delivery.

Skills

Business analysis

Data analytics

Project delivery

Education

Tertiary course completion

TAFE 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

Join our Enterprise Systems team and gain hands-on experience in business analysis, technology solutions, data analytics, and project delivery while helping drive innovation and continuous improvement across Council.

• Assist with business and systems analysis activities to identify and support operational improvements.
• Provide support for business applications by responding to user enquiries and assisting with issue resolution.
• Assist with data extraction, reporting, and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Support system performance improvement initiatives and process optimisation activities.
• Contribute to project delivery activities, including testing, documentation, and user training.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project and system-related documentation.
• Liaise with stakeholders to gather information, provide updates, and support change management activities.
• Contribute to application lifecycle management activities, including system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in research activities to identify innovative solutions, emerging technologies, and business improvement opportunities.
• Assist with the development of business cases, reports, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support successful project and operational outcomes.
• Develop professional networks and technical knowledge through participation in team activities, projects, and learning opportunities.

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