Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering or Software Engineering Internship null

About the placement

This internship is with Endeavour Energy and is facilitated by the CSIRO’s Generation STEM Links program.

As an intern with Endeavour Energy, you’ll experience an invaluable opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience during your summer break from university. You'll have the chance to apply the theories and concepts you've learned in your coursework to real-world situations by participating in short-term engineering projects. These projects span various areas, including transmission and distribution engineering, renewable energy, protection and control, and field operations and support.

During the Endeavour Energy engineering internship, you will engage in a variety of tasks – no two days are the same! You may need to work on the design of substations, transmission, or distribution networks using software tools like AutoCAD. Alternatively, you may have the opportunity to focus on new technology and renewable energy projects, including advancements in battery technology and storage. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the reliability team to enhance network reliability and work on innovative solutions involving drones and data analysis.

Work arrangements

• Start date: Summer 2024-2025
• Working arrangement: Full time for 12 weeks on a fixed term contract, with the possibility for further employment for the right candidate 
• Remuneration: $25/hour plus super on a temporary contract with Endeavour Energy
• Location: Parramatta, NSW. You will also have the opportunity to work across other Endeavour Energy sites in Glendenning and Hoxton Park. 
• Number of positions: 5 across Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering and Software Engineering.

Desired capabilities

• In their penultimate to final year of a STEM degree or qualification ideally studying Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering or Software Engineering.  
• Previous experience working in community-based programs is beneficial but not essential
• Experience using AutoCAD is beneficial but not essential
• Experience using SQL databases is beneficial but not essential
• Experience using Java is beneficial but not essential
• Quick learner with a passion for acquiring new skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Critical and innovative thinker, looking outside the box to analyse and solve problems

Requirements

• Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be in your penultimate or final year of an undergraduate or TAFE qualification.

About the Industry Partner

At Endeavour Energy, having a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better, safer, and stronger. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, motivated, valued, included and respected.

Endeavour Energy is a critical infrastructure organisation and performs various background checks to evaluate the suitability of an applicant before making an employment offer to ensure the security and protection of its assets.

More than 2.7 million people across New South Wales rely on us every day for the supply of safe and reliable power to their homes and businesses. We employ more than 1,700 people across our catchment, making us one of the largest employers in Sydney's Greater West.

We need talented people who care about one another and the work they do. Why? Because we're one of Australia's fastest growing networks, connecting 20,000 new customers each year, including the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. And when we power together, we go further, faster; towards a smarter, more sustainable future for us all.

Apply Here

If you are interested in this internship, please submit your EOI and CV online through the Student Application webform and please specify CODE0096