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About Bayer Australia

Bayer Australia is an international science-based company that is inspired to impact the future and improve the way people live in the world. They are committed to advancing health and nutrition for all. As global corporate citizens, they make every effort to contribute to society with innovations that improve life now and in the future. The company invests in and is committed to improving national health outcomes by partnering with a diverse range of local stakeholders.

Your role

Bayer Crop Science is offering a current student from the University of Queensland (UQ), studying chemical/process engineering to complete a paid internship placement. This placement will provide you with practical work experience and apply your engineering knowledge to practical operations at the Bayer Pinkenba chemical manufacturing site.

As an Engineering intern, you will support operational, sustainability and continuous improvement projects on-site. With the choice to complete a 6-week block placement or a part-time placement of up to 200 hours, they understand the need to balance current study commitments. They would be looking to commence the internship as soon as possible.

About the work, you will be completing:

• Prepare a water mass balance for our manufacturing operations
• Utilizing the balance, prepare and provide insights and recommendations to reduce water consumption
• Provide details on how reducing water consumption can support our global company target
• Prepare a project plan, aligned with the site and organizational targets
• Collaborate with key stakeholders on site including safety, quality, operations and engineering to ensure the success of the project plan
• Adhere to all policies, business processes and OH&S requirements

Training & development

Bayer Australia believes in lifelong learning and invests in the education and training of its employees. They offer extensive educational and training programs to encourage professional and personal development. This allows continuous and sustainable development for both their employees and their business.

Salary & benefits

As provide by the employer, this role pays a casual rate of A$28.45 per hour. This role is a 6 week full time placement or 200 hours part time.

Bayer Australia is committed to providing state-of-the-art benefits to its employees. Benefits contribute to individual and family health, increase financial security, and help create a comfortable work-life balance that improves the quality of life.

1. Competitive pay
2. Work-life balance
3. Promoting health
4. Pensions

Career progression

Bayer Australia is always looking for ambitious, forward-thinking colleagues who are committed to their vision and want their careers to be lifelong learning experiences. They offer a wide range of opportunities for experienced professionals.

To learn more about Bayer Australia and its exciting careers, watch this video.

Work life balance

Because creating a family-friendly workplace is important to them, their employees can take advantage of benefits that allow them to lead productive working lives that are harmonious with the priorities of their families. Bayer Australia offers a variety of options that allow employees to choose the most appropriate work schedule to support both their personal and professional needs. 

Culture & vibe

Bayer Australia is committed to creating a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values inclusion, diversity, and flexibility. At the company, everyone belongs, regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. They encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. They also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles, and life experiences.

About you

Requirements:

• Ideally a third or fourth year student at the University of Queensland (UQ), currently studying a Bachelor of Engineering
• A valid drivers lience and own transport or ability to get to to Pinkenba, Brisbane.
• Demonstrate clear professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Be a self starter and demonstrate positive can do attitude
• Good listening skills
• Ability to follow and adhere to workplace health and safety rules
• Be comfortable working in a busy work site and wiliness to wear full personal protective equipment
• Be able to provide proof of work rights for Australia

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly with Bayer Australia.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page

• bayer.co.nz/en/what-we-offer
• career.bayer.com/en/career/whybayer/benefits-rewards 
• bayer.com/en/commitments/diversity-equity-inclusion-at-bayer