Paid 12-Week Intern: Contracts Delivery & GIS

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

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.