Business description:

Our company develops autonomous detection solutions for airborne search and surveillance applications with Defence and civil security organisations. Our core focus is software processing high resolution video in real-time, but our solutions now extend to include design and specification of custom hardware to add cameras, processing and locational hardware to manned and unmanned aircraft.

Projects / tasks:

Our company has a range of high priority technology exploration projects to investigate the application of deep learning and computer vision for surveillance purposes using a wide range of camera and compute platforms.

Technical skills:

Python, TensorFlow, Pytorch, C++, Convolutional Neural Networks

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Strong interest in Neural Networks & Computer Vision. Self-motivated, flexible, independent.

Business description:

Our company is a trusted professional services partner to Defence in the domain of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare (C4ISREW). The company provides specialised expertise to Defence in the areas of capability development, acquisition and implementation, research and development, and operational support.

Projects / tasks:

DSTG Software Intelligence

  • Full-stack development
    • Microservices (Springboot)
    • Microfrontends
  • Containerised workloads/DevSecOps

DSTG ModelOps

  • ModelOps research and development
  • Fullstack development
  • ML Training and wrapping
  • Containerised workloads/DevSecOps

Technical skills:

Languages: Java, Python, Typescript

Backend Frameworks: Springboot, Python Flask

Frontend: Angular, Svelte Kit

ML: Python

DevSecOps: Jenkins

Containerised Workloads: Docker, Kubernetes

Jira/Confluence: Understanding of Jira Scrum and Kanban

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Communication skills: Articulate ideas clearly and actively listen to others.

Adaptability and willingness to learn: Embrace new technologies and challenges.

Teamwork and collaboration: Be a cooperative team player.

Initiative and self-motivation: Take ownership and seek feedback.

Professionalism and reliability: Work ethic and respect confidentiality.

Business description:

Our company is a growing Defence SME working with industry-leading simulation technology for the Australian Defence Force. Our team encompasses both integrated hardware and software engineers dedicated to developing virtual and mixed reality simulation products to provide enhanced training capability. Our company ensures that an intern will receive well-rounded exposure to all aspects of project development and delivery. We have had great success engaging with the DIIP program and the University of Newcastle’s Work Integrated Learning program for software and mechatronics engineering as well as computer science students. We have hosted several students to date, many of which we have gone onto employ on a full-time basis following their graduation.

Projects / tasks:

Project #1

This project aims to explore opportunities relating to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the context of simulation training software.
Working with the CTO and technical team, the intern will use current AI tools and workflows to develop and prototype AI systems that improve user and developer experience. Tasks will be based on the experience/skills of the intern and a collaborative discussion with the technical team, but may include:

  1. Intelligent Opponent Modeling
  2. Adaptive Scenario Generation
  3. Natural Language Processing
  4. Computer Vision and Image Processing
  5. Intelligent Tutoring and Assessment
  6. Predictive Analytics and Simulation Optimization

Project #2

The Intern/s will join the software team developing a network gateway translating information between Live military systems and simulated entities.

Technical skills:

Project # 1

C++, Python, Lua, Computer Graphics, OpenGL, 3D modelling, GIS, LangChain, ChatGPT.

Project #2

Java, C++, experience working with REST APIs, Networking

Intern interpersonal qualities:

An ideal intern is self-starting and motivated, coupled with being willing to work in a small team to use their analytics and problem-solving skill to solve engineering problems in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

A background or knowledge of Defence training environment and simulation software is a plus, but not essential.

Business description:

Design, prototype and productise innovative new technologies that support systems-testing and Defence training.

Includes uncrewed ground robots, projectile locating systems, thermal signature generation and many more.

Projects / tasks:

We currently have >10 mechanical / software / electronic projects that you can select from, or work with our engineering team to come up with your own.

The focus for each is on innovative technology that benefits the military training environment and is in line with our strategic direction. Due to the commercially sensitive nature of our work, the specific project titles can be discussed upon application.

Like all our innovations, your time at our headquarters will be exciting, relevant, cutting-edge, and provide you with valuable experience that you can apply practically to all engineering domains. Our team is dynamic, experienced and fun.

Technical skills:

SolidWorks, Altium Designer, C / C++ / C#, Python, Javascript, Arduino Studio, Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio, Platform IO, Github

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Positive attitude, friendly, clear communicator, willingness to try new things, honest, reliable, adaptable, committed, punctual, creative thinker.

Business description:

Our company produces satellite edge computing hardware and associated software. This ranges from code to control the hardware to website frontend software to manage order placements and delivery.

Projects / tasks:

Learning about and developing space ready software, including communication with satellite busses; transforming earth observation data for use in machine learning; ground support systems for tasking and maintaining satellite payloads; data compression algorithms; and more.

Technical skills:

Experience with at least one of the following:

  • Python, especially frameworks such as:
    • opencv/rasterio
    • django/flask/fastapi
    • tensorflow/pytorch
  • Javascript, especially frameworks such as:
    • React
    • Mapbox
  • Rust

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Excellent communications skills (verbal and written), an interest in any of the following areas: space, programming, hardware design.

Involved in extracurricular activities / side projects and an ability to work independently.

Business description:

Development of Software Systems for Command and Control of Electronic Radio Frequency Sensors and Systems.

Projects / tasks:

(AI, Data Science & Software Engineering Internships) Step into the practical realm of AI, Data Science, and Software engineering with our focused internship experiences. We’re offering projects across diverse domains, each adjustable to your specific interests and skills:

  1. Large Language Models: Dive deep into AI by exploring large language models and fine-tuning techniques, pushing the boundaries of machine learning innovation.
  2. AI Model Deployment: Gain practical experience in deploying AI models within Docker containers and developing robust APIs for seamless interactions.
  3. Signal Processing and Software development: Engage in an exciting project involving the replay of annotated spectrograms using Software-Defined Radio (SDR) data, merging the fields of data science and signal processing.
  4. Simulation Metrics Conversion: Embark on a unique project converting simulation metrics into a structured relational database format, enhancing data accessibility, and promoting efficient analysis.

Under the mentorship of our seasoned professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience and have the opportunity to drive innovation in the fields of AI and Software. Join our team and shape your own unique journey in this rapidly evolving technological arena.

Technical skills:

  • Python
  • PyTorch/TensorFlow
  • Transformers (Hugging Face library)
  • Docker
  • GNU radio
  • SciPy

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Our ideal intern would demonstrate a strong capacity for independent problem-solving and a proactive attitude towards learning new tools and frameworks as needed. A foundation in scientific computing/software engineering, acquired through academic courses or self-learning, is essential.

Business description:

Our company develops an engineering software called MADe (the Maintenance Aware Design environment).

MADe is a model-based engineering decision support solution that provides the integrated analyses required to conduct engineering risk management.

MADe digitizes RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety) and CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) analysis to optimise the design and sustainment of complex, mission / safety-critical systems.

Projects / tasks:

Development of a software solution to monitor / analyze operational data required for system health assessment for sustainment (maintenance) optimization.

  1. Research and specification of defined techniques used in industry and develop workflows
  2. Conduct validation on sample data sets and outline results

Technical skills:

Strong mathematical background, Python, Machine Learning and/or Data Science experience. R & Julia languages favourable.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Communication skills are important, rapid knowledge acquisition / application capability, preferably penultimate or final year students.

Business description:

We are a supplier of Optical Radar for Search and rescue mission or Detection/Identification mission. Our company design and develop prototype to demonstrate innovative concept.

Projects / tasks:

Design, develop and demonstrate a new software functionality of our Optical Radar.

Technical skills:

C, RUST, CUDA, Robotic, Computer Vision

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Innovative, understand stakeholder objective, team player

Business description:

Our company services the needs of Defence, Motor Sport, Automotive, Mining and Autonomous vehicle industries requiring specialised engineering services.

Our team of experienced engineers specialise in Advanced engineering design, manufacture, performance vehicle design, analysis and multi body and motion simulation in the fields of vehicle dynamics and suspension design. The systems we design and manufacture, significantly improve the safety and performance of vehicles and mechanical systems.

Our highly regarded work integrated learning program offers undergraduate engineering students from all disciplines experience in innovative world leading technologies that are applied across a range of sectors from Defence to high performance racing. Our company is one of few places in Australia operating across the vast range of sectors, as such its work experience program is highly sought after, and highly regarded within the industry.

Projects / tasks:

  • Automated Load Handling System – control systems, perception systems and mechanical engineering opportunities
  • Autonomous systems development – autonomy stack, control systems and mechanical design opportunities on a commercial autonomous motor vehicles
  • Various Mechanical Engineering Design projects
  • Interdisciplinary Defence Engineering Projects
  • Development of computer vision systems
  • Develop and integrate smart technology into existing company products

Technical skills:

Python, C++, Image Processing Techniques, Basic understanding of Neural Networks,
Opportunities in AI, Cyber Security and Web Development, Control Systems

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The intern’s interpersonal skills are as critical as are the technical elements relating to Mechanical / Electrical / Control Systems Engineering.

The intern’s personal attributes should be aligned with our organisational values – passion, integrity, respect for others, innovative, and determination.

They should have well developed verbal and written communication skills, conflict resolution skills, “can do attitude”, self-motivated, friendly, and personable and have an ability to connect to people.

Business description:

Our company develops software to explore masses of digital data, gaining insights which are critical in protecting our communities. We were formed through a collaboration between Australia’s national security agencies and various research organisations. Purpose-built to address the highest priority use cases in the national security, law enforcement and Defence markets, our capabilities have been proven to deliver real value through increased productivity and actionable insights. Leading security agencies turn to us when they need risk-based analytics to answer investigative and intelligence challenges.

Projects / tasks:

The role will contribute to our company’s IT/Cyber roadmap, supporting, maintaining and improving the tools and processes we use to deliver Software-as-a-Service products to our customers efficiently and securely. We use a range of technologies to keep our team efficient, collaborating effectively and maintaining quality.

Typical tasks include e.g. security/threat scanning, risk assessments, access control improvements, process automation, cloud infrastructure management, network configuration/monitoring.

Technical skills:

Applicants must be undertaking a degree with a large technical component e.g. Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT. Final year students are preferred, as is a basic understanding of Software Development.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

We run a cross-functional, agile team, communicating daily and responding quickly to business requests. We’re looking for good communicators who work well in a team and are comfortable adapting to regular feedback and new requirements.