Mechanical Engineering Intern

Orica; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica Brisbane offers a Mechanical Engineering Intern role as part of a Summer Internship Program. You will work alongside experienced professionals, applying university learnings to real-world engineering challenges and gaining insight into Orica’s operations and technology.

The internship begins in December 2026 and runs for approximately 12 weeks. You will contribute to mechanical projects, learn across disciplines, and develop practical skills within a global, collaborative company culture.

Qualifications

• Current studies towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Interest in applying mechanical engineering to real-world challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, curious, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the team with mechanical engineering projects and day-to-day technical activities.
• Apply engineering principles to investigate and solve practical challenges.
• Assist with engineering analysis, documentation and project activities.
• Work with engineers and stakeholders across disciplines.
• Gain exposure to Orica’s technologies, operations and engineering environment.
• Contribute ideas and fresh perspective while learning from professionals.

Skills

Mechanical engineering basics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.

Orica is one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, specialty mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, our team of 14,000+ sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.

About the role

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join Orica in Brisbane as part of our Summer Internship Program.

As an Emerging Future Shaper, you’ll have the opportunity to take what you’ve learned at university and apply it in a real-world environment. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll gain practical exposure to engineering challenges, contribute to meaningful work and build an understanding of how mechanical engineering supports Orica’s operations and technology.

This is a great opportunity for a curious and motivated engineering student looking to develop their technical capability, problem-solving skills and industry experience within a global organisation.

The internship will commence in December 2026 and run for approximately 12 weeks.

What you will be doing

As part of the internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the team with mechanical engineering projects and day-to-day technical activities.


• Apply engineering principles to help investigate and solve practical technical challenges.


• Assist with engineering analysis, documentation and project-related activities.


• Work collaboratively with engineers and stakeholders across different disciplines.


• Gain exposure to Orica’s technologies, operations and engineering environment.


• Contribute ideas and a fresh perspective while learning from experienced professionals.

What you will bring

• Current studies towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.


• A genuine interest in applying mechanical engineering principles to real-world challenges.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn from others.


• Curiosity, initiative and an openness to new ideas and experiences.


• Ability to work onsite in Brisbane for the duration of the internship.


• Legal right to work in Australia for the duration of the program.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Our commitment:

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.