Product Sustainability Intern

Resmed; Sydney; On-site; AUD 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Resmed in Sydney invites students to join the 12-week Student Summer Intern Program as a Product Sustainability Engineer. You will join the Product Sustainability team within the Materials Engineering Group, evaluating lifecycle environmental impacts and helping drive sustainable product decisions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, gain hands-on experience in sustainability initiatives, and contribute ideas to improve patient and planetary outcomes while balancing business needs.

Qualifications

• Currently studying an Engineering or Science degree.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative approach to working with others.
• Creative and practical problem-solving.
• Interest in product sustainability and environmental impact.
• Confidence to contribute ideas and challenge thinking constructively.

Responsibilities

• Support the evaluation of environmental impacts across the complete product lifecycle.
• Contribute to initiatives that advance Resmed’s product sustainability ambitions.
• Work with the Product Sustainability team to influence more sustainable product decisions.
• Collaborate with Materials Engineering, Global Sustainability and Product teams.
• Help solve sustainability challenges within a complex global organisation.
• Balance environmental priorities with practical business needs.
• Communicate ideas and findings clearly to stakeholders across different teams.
• Bring fresh thinking to opportunities that improve outcomes for patients and the planet.

Skills

Engineering student

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Sustainability interest

Idea contribution

Education

Pursuing engineering or science degree

Job description

Build a more sustainable future for healthcare products

Join Resmed as a Student Product Sustainability Engineer in Sydney and turn your engineering or science studies into meaningful, hands-on impact.

Through our 2026/27 Student Summer Intern Program, you’ll spend 12 weeks with the Product Sustainability team within the broader Materials Engineering Group. You’ll help evaluate and improve the environmental impact of Resmed products across their entire lifecycle, supporting sustainability ambitions that benefit patients, the planet and the future of healthcare.

Reporting to the Product Sustainability Associate Manager, you’ll contribute within a small, empowered team and collaborate with Materials Engineering, Global Sustainability and Product teams across the organisation.

What You’ll Do

• Support the evaluation of environmental impacts across the complete product lifecycle
• Contribute to initiatives that advance Resmed’s product sustainability ambitions
• Work with the Product Sustainability team to influence more sustainable product decisions
• Collaborate with Materials Engineering, Global Sustainability and Product teams
• Help solve sustainability challenges within a complex global organisation
• Balance environmental priorities with practical business needs
• Communicate ideas and findings clearly to stakeholders across different teams
• Bring fresh thinking to opportunities that improve outcomes for patients and the planet

What You Bring

• Current studies in an Engineering or Science degree
• Clear written and verbal communication
• A collaborative approach to working with others
• Creative and practical problem-solving
• An interest in product sustainability and environmental impact
• The confidence to contribute ideas and challenge existing thinking constructively

Nice to Have

• A study focus in Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Design, or Materials Science & Engineering

What Sets You Apart

• Curious Mindset: Ask thoughtful questions and look beyond the obvious answer
• Collaborative Approach: Build productive relationships and contribute positively across teams
• Purposeful Thinking: Connect day-to-day work with better outcomes for patients and the planet
• Practical Judgement: Balance ambitious ideas with competing business needs
• Courage to Challenge: Question established approaches respectfully and suggest new possibilities
• Perseverance: Stay focused when navigating complex problems and different perspectives

Why Join Resmed

At Resmed, our work helps millions of people sleep, breathe and live better lives. Sustainability is central to how we think about the future of our products and the impact they create.

This 12-week program gives you the opportunity to begin your engineering career in a dynamic environment, contribute to meaningful sustainability work and learn alongside teams spanning product development, materials engineering and global sustainability.

We value diversity of thought and recognise there is no single background or perspective that defines success. You’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self, contribute your ideas and help shape a healthier future for patients, the planet and your own career.

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates.