Questas Engineering Internship Program - 2026/2027 Intake

Questas Careers; Brisbane, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Paid part-time internship

Flexible schedule around university

Job summary

Questas Group invites engineering students to join the Elevate Academy internship program, offering hands-on exposure to hydraulic systems and real customer projects. Work with experienced engineers, learn practical problem-solving, and gain industry-ready skills while balancing university commitments.

The program provides mentoring, practical training and career development across Australia, with opportunities to advance into graduate roles based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Current enrolment in Mechanical/Mechatronics or related engineering (including Electrical)
• Third or fourth year preferred
• Interest in practical engineering and problem-solving
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse people
• Willingness to learn and develop engineering skills
• Availability to work part-time alongside uni commitments

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers on real customer projects from requirements to solutions
• Gain hands-on exposure to hydraulic systems and components
• Assist with technical calculations, documentation, quotations and proposals
• Join customer meetings and site visits to understand challenges
• Learn how teams work with customers to deliver practical, commercial solutions
• Gain exposure to workshop operations and manufacturing processes
• Contribute to meaningful projects while developing technical knowledge

Skills

Curious and motivated

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Availability part-time

Education

Current enrolment in Mechanical/Mechatronics or related engineering (including Electrical)

Job description

Real work. Real engineering. A real head start on your career.

From the hydraulic systems powering Australia's mining operations to the machinery keeping agriculture, manufacturing and transport moving, fluid power plays a critical role in keeping our essential industries running.

At Questas Group, our specialist engineering businesses design, manufacture, maintain and service the hydraulic systems and components that make it all possible.

We're looking for motivated engineering students who want to get behind the technology, put their university knowledge into practice and discover how a career in hydraulics and fluid power can open doors to exciting opportunities in engineering.

Elevate your engineering career

At Questas Group, we're building more than engineering solutions. We're building futures.

Through our Elevate Academy, we're investing in our people with opportunities to learn, develop and build meaningful careers across the hydraulics and flow control industry.

Our Engineering Internship Program builds on that same commitment, giving university students the opportunity to gain practical industry experience, learn from experienced engineers and develop the skills to take their careers beyond the classroom.

About the opportunity

This isn't an internship where you'll spend your days watching from the sidelines.

Our Engineering Internship Program is designed to help develop the next generation of Sales, Applications and Project Engineers, combining technical knowledge with practical problem-solving, commercial awareness and real customer experience.

You'll become part of a working engineering team, learning how engineering solutions are developed, delivered and applied across some of Australia's most important industries.

From understanding hydraulic systems to supporting customer projects, you'll gain exposure to the technical, operational and commercial sides of engineering, with experienced professionals there to guide you along the way.

Opportunities close to home

We're recruiting engineering students for opportunities across selected Questas Group businesses in Australia. Interns will be based at participating branches in their respective locations, working alongside local engineering teams. We are currently seeking engineering students in Brisbane, Melbourne, Newcastle and Perth as part of our 2026-2027 intake.

These are locally based opportunities, so you won't be expected to relocate to Sydney to participate in the program. Occasional travel to customer sites or other facilities may form part of your experience, depending on your placement.

These are paid, part-time opportunities designed to fit around your university studies

with the potential to work additional hours during university breaks.

You'll be supported by experienced engineers and mentors, with opportunities for practical learning and professional development throughout your internship.

What you'll actually be doing

Depending on your team and location, you'll have opportunities to:

• Work alongside experienced engineers on real customer projects, from understanding technical requirements through to developing practical solutions.
• Gain hands-on exposure to hydraulic systems, components, equipment and engineering applications.
• Assist with technical calculations, documentation, quotations and engineering proposals.
• Join customer meetings and site visits to understand engineering challenges firsthand.
• Learn how engineering teams work with customers to develop practical, commercially viable solutions.
• Gain exposure to workshop operations, manufacturing processes and the technologies supporting Australia's essential industries.
• Contribute to meaningful projects while developing your technical knowledge, communication skills and commercial awareness.

You won't be expected to know everything from day one. You'll have experienced people around you to answer questions, share their knowledge and help you grow.

What we're looking for

We're interested in engineering students who are curious, motivated and keen to learn.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Current enrolment in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline (including Electrical Engineering), preferably in your third or fourth year.
• An interest in practical engineering, technical problem-solving and understanding how things work.
• The confidence to communicate with different people and explain technical ideas clearly.
• An interest in how engineering solutions are developed for customers and applied in real‑world environments.
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a genuine desire to develop your engineering skills.
• Availability to work part‑time alongside your university commitments, with flexibility during university breaks.

No experience in hydraulics or fluid power? No worries.

We'll help you develop that knowledge. What matters most is your willingness to learn, get involved and make the most of the opportunity.

Where could this take you?

An engineering degree can open plenty of doors. We're here to help you discover what's behind them.

Our Engineering Internship Program is designed to build a pipeline of future engineering talent, with a particular focus on three career pathways:

• Sales Engineering: Combine technical expertise with customer relationships to identify challenges, develop solutions and support business growth.
• Applications Engineering: Apply engineering principles to design, specify and optimise technical solutions for real-world applications.
• Project Engineering: Help turn engineering concepts into reality through project planning, coordination, installation and delivery.

For interns who successfully complete the program, there may also be opportunities to progress into graduate engineering positions across Questas Group, subject to business requirements.

Some of our experienced engineers and senior leaders began their careers through internships and graduate opportunities within our businesses. We know the value of investing in emerging talent, and we're committed to helping the next generation of engineers build a strong foundation for their careers.

Why join Questas Group?

• Real engineering experience: Get involved in meaningful projects and practical engineering activities that make a difference.
• Learn from experienced professionals: Work alongside engineers and industry specialists who are keen to share their knowledge.
• Flexibility around uni: Earn while you learn, with paid, part-time work designed to complement your studies.
• Support to grow: Benefit from mentoring, practical training and opportunities to develop your technical and professional skills.
• Explore your future: Gain exposure to potential career pathways across our national network of specialist engineering businesses.
• A safety-first workplace: Be part of a team committed to getting everyone Home Safely Every Day.

About Questas Group

Questas Group is an Australian-owned group of specialist engineering businesses delivering hydraulic, fluid power and engineering solutions across the country.

Our teams design, manufacture, supply, maintain and service the critical systems that support Australia's mining, manufacturing, agriculture, transport and industrial sectors.

With a national network of businesses and decades of specialist expertise, we offer opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, develop practical skills and explore a rewarding career in engineering.

Ready to take your engineering career beyond the classroom?

Applications close on Friday 13 November at 11:55pm.