Intern - Smart Cities

Sunshine Coast Council; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship by professionals

Beach access nearby

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Council offers a 12‑week paid internship program, My Summer Workplace, to help you start your career with hands-on experience, networks and confidence. The program runs November 2026 to February 2027, with four days per week and a two‑week Christmas break.

As the Intern – Smart Cities, you will collect and analyse transport data, prepare dashboards and reports, and contribute to AI, computer vision, and micromobility projects.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in a tertiary course with 16+ subjects completed.
• Recent graduates within 12 months are eligible.
• TAFE Diploma within 12 months is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Collect and organise transport and mobility data.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and visualisations to share findings.
• Support AI, computer vision and micromobility projects.
• Maintain project records and support delivery with the team.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Dashboards

Visualisations

AI & computer vision

Micromobility

Education

Be enrolled in a tertiary course (16+ subjects)

Graduated within 12 months

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.

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

Support Council projects by helping collect, organise, and analyse transport and mobility data. This internship provides hands‑on experience with technology, data analysis, reporting, and smart infrastructure projects while working alongside experienced professionals.

As the Intern – Smart Cities, you will gain experience and exposure to:

• Assist with collecting and organising transport and mobility data.
• Help prepare reports, dashboards, and visualisations to share project findings.
• Support technology projects, including AI, computer vision, and micromobility initiatives.
• Work with team members to maintain project records and support project delivery.

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