Summer Student - Corporate

Origin Energy; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Australia is offering a Summer Student Internship for ambitious commerce students. This paid, full-time program runs from November 2024 to February 2025, focusing on real-world projects and professional development in the energy sector. Candidates must be based in Australia, graduating in 2025 or 2026, and have strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a relevant degree and graduating in 2025 or 2026.
• Exposure to team collaboration and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Must hold Australian or New Zealand permanent residence or citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in real world projects to support energy needs.
• Collaborate with Origin employees on innovative solutions.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor of Business, Commerce, Economics, Law, Finance, HR, HSEC or similar

Job description

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Overview

Origin is one of Australia’s largest integrated energy companies with activities spanning electricity generation, energy retailing, renewable energy, battery storage and rooftop solar and energy services, with 4.6 million energy accounts across Australia. Origin is also a significant gas producer, domestic gas supplier and LNG exporter as Upstream Operator and through its interest in Australia Pacific LNG in Queensland. Origin owns and operates Australia’s largest power station, Eraring Power Station on Lake Macquarie. Origin’s ambition is to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. This is supported by three strategic objectives: to provide unrivalled customer solutions; to accelerate renewable and cleaner energy; and to deliver reliable energy through the transition.

THE ROLE

What’s it about?

Our Summer Student Internship is a paid, full-time 12-week program from November 2024 to February 2025. It focuses on the development of students who can offer strong problem solving and excellent communication skills.

What will you be doing?

Your experience from university will be utilised in real world projects embedded in our business, helping to shape the future of Australia’s energy industry. You’ll collaborate with Origin employees to support them in delivering today’s energy needs and innovate to create tomorrow’s energy solutions. This kind of professional work experience and development will be an investment in your future career.

What are we looking for?

You’ve got the passion to work in a diverse professional team - we’ve got the opportunity. We’re seeking ambitious and innovative commerce students who are just as passionate about the energy industry as we are! You have an appetite for problem solving that can support the demands of the energy exploration, production and generation industry. Most importantly, you enjoy having fun while you work!

• You are based in Australia and due to graduate in 2025 or 2026
• You are currently studying a Bachelor of Business, Commerce, Economics, Law, Finance, HR, HSEC or similar related disciplines.
• You have exposure to working collaboratively in a team as well as demonstrated leadership skills through extracurricular activities and work experience.
• You must hold Australian or New Zealand permanent residence or citizenship to be eligible

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.