Business description:

Our company is building the next generation of advanced robotic arms. We design, test, and manufacture advanced robotic arm solutions for harsh environments such as underwater, nuclear, and land. Our high quality, state-of-the-art robotic manipulators help operators push the boundaries of inspection and intervention. Our customers include military organisations, service providers for the oil and gas industry conducting pipe and tank inspections, marine scientists, and the autonomous robotics research community.

Projects / tasks:

During an internship with our company, you will get exposure to the most advanced robotic arms in the world and be given opportunities to understand them further from a mechanical, electrical, software, or mechatronics perspective, depending on your engineering discipline and interests. Tasks in the internship will include:

• Mechanical Design of new components in CAD Software, Software Design of new Interface Features, Electrical Design of new circuitry
• Manufacturing prototypes via 3D printing and machining.
• Testing these prototypes against your assumptions.
• Production verification of our product range
• Real-world testing. Deploy and test our robotic arms on real vehicles.
• Ad hoc engineering for design modifications and other activities
• Presentation of ideas to the wider team

Participation in weekly team catch-ups, communicating your current work including trials and triumphs.

Technical skills:

• Skill/Discipline Options:
• Mechanical (Solidworks or similar CAD knowledge)
• Electrical (Altium or similar PCB software)
• Software (Python and/or C++)
• Mechatronics (Control Theory etc.)

Intern interpersonal qualities:

A sense of real passion, usually demonstrated through a portfolio or example home project outside of their university degree. Proactive Critical Thinking Creativity.

Business description:

Our company is building the next generation of advanced robotic arms. We design, test, and manufacture advanced robotic arm solutions for harsh environments such as underwater, nuclear, and land. Our high quality, state-of-the-art robotic manipulators help operators push the boundaries of inspection and intervention. Our customers include military organisations, service providers for the oil and gas industry conducting pipe and tank inspections, marine scientists, and the autonomous robotics research community.

Projects / tasks:

During an internship with our company, you will get exposure to the most advanced robotic arms in the world and be given opportunities to understand them further from a mechanical, electrical, software, or mechatronics perspective, depending on your engineering discipline and interests. Tasks in the internship will include:

• Mechanical Design of new components in CAD Software, Software Design of new Interface Features, Electrical Design of new circuitry
• Manufacturing prototypes via 3D printing and machining.
• Testing these prototypes against your assumptions.
• Production verification of our product range
• Real-world testing. Deploy and test our robotic arms on real vehicles.
• Ad hoc engineering for design modifications and other activities
• Presentation of ideas to the wider team

Participation in weekly team catch-ups, communicating your current work including trials and triumphs.

Technical skills:

• Skill/Discipline Options:
• Mechanical (Solidworks or similar CAD knowledge)
• Electrical (Altium or similar PCB software)
• Software (Python and/or C++)
• Mechatronics (Control Theory etc.)

Intern interpersonal qualities:

A sense of real passion, usually demonstrated through a portfolio or example home project outside of their university degree. Proactive Critical Thinking Creativity.

Business description:

Manufacture of Custom Printed Circuit Boards.

Projects / tasks:

Developing advanced capabilities for HDI printed circuit boards.

Technical skills:

Sound analytical and technical analysis. Understanding of basic chemistry. CAD helpful but not essential. STEMs basics.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Easy to get along with. Must be able to communicate well and follow instructions. Self-motivated.

Business description:

Our company is an SME specialising in project management, contaminated land and ancillary project management services. Specific areas of expertise include cost and risk analysis, project compliance and assurance services and expert witness advice. In addition to the defence related Moorebank Intermodal works the company is actively working in the Construction, Education, Aged Care and NDIS sectors.

Projects / tasks:

Moorebank Intermodal Terminal Facility Development – safety audits, contract compliance, landfill capacity assessments.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

• Enthusiastic – keen to learn
• Flexibility – able to manage a number of tasks/activities
• Communication – confident to ask questions and put forward suggestions and ideas.

Business description:

A business focussed on Automation, Robotics, Vision System and Advanced Sensing. Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.

Projects / tasks:

Robotic Picking and Placing:

Calibrate/configure industrial robot system, calibrate machine vision system, programming algorithm for robot, programming of image processing, system testing.

Sustainable TGU Production:

3D modelling and simulation of system components and process flow, produce engineering drawings, manufacture system components, assembly integration and testing of prototype system.

Technical skills:

Programming in C#, C++, python.
Ability to use CAD, 3D modelling, SolidWorks.
Experience with simulation software or image processing is a positive but not requirement.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Mechatronic or Electrical Engineering Intern. Preferably in their 3rd or 4th year and willing to get involved in a flexible role that may involve a range of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and software engineering.

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:

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:

Our company will offer two separate simulation hardware projects for potential interns to choose and develop / contribute to:

• Development of a robust generic multi-purpose display (MPD) unit for use on ground-based, fixed-wing and helicopter vehicle simulators.
• Development of a reconfigurable and transportable simulator-in-a-box for use in collective helicopter and fixed-wing vehicle operator training.

Prospective intern(s) will have the freedom to explore and suggest various approaches and methodologies to delivering the projects, all while receiving guidance and support from our experienced engineers and design / workshop managers.

Technical skills:

Listed technical skills are ideal but not required for the achievement of internship or project(s):

• CAD Proficiency (CREO, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)
• PCB Electronics + Board Design (KiCAD, Altium …)
• Embedded C Programming (Arduino, C, C++, …)
• General 3D Printing Proficiency
• Microcontroller backgrounds are particularly useful

Intern interpersonal qualities:

An ideal DIIP intern would be passionate about: simulation electronics, hands on design and prototyping using soldering irons, 3D / resin printing, designing circuits schematics and PCBs. As well as focused on developing robust and intuitive end-user products. An ideal intern should be self-starting and motivated, coupled with being willing to work through engineering problems in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Business description:

We create intelligent environmental engineering solutions. We collaborate with our clients to deliver innovative and environmentally responsible programs.

In operation for 30 years, our company has enjoyed working with both Government and private sector clients in Australia and internationally.

We have five distinct Business Areas:

• Defence: remediation of sites contaminated with UXO, CWAs and TRWs; supply of CBRN protection
• Energy: bulk fuel infrastructure management; decommissioned site management; remediation of hazardous materials
• Marine: oil spill equipment and response vessels; storage and maintenance services; security; shoreline and marine spill training
• Environment: environmental remediation including PFAS soil, water and concrete remediation
• College: Our Registered Training Organisation for the delivery of competencies as required by our industry partners.

Our Core Values lie at the heart of our organisation:

1. People matter, always
2. Hard right over easy wrong
3. Rise to the challenge
4. Good today, better tomorrow

Projects / tasks:

1. Weekly engineering planning meetings
2. Australian Standard study specific to hydrocarbon storage and transfer
3. Australian Standard study specific to water filtration units
4. Concept design development specific to the active project
5. Industry specific site visits
6. Design & drafting
7. Draft specification development
8. Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality documentation preparation and planning

Technical skills:

Engineering discipline specific processes (Mech, Mechatronic) and associated activities such as CAD, Excel spreadsheet development and first principle engineering discipline calculations.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

• Excellent communication skills
• Resilient
• Resourceful
• Focused

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:

SPS repairs power supplies for Defence, Avionics, telecommunications, mining, broadcasting, medical,and general industry. The work involves highly skilled problem solving of electrical circuit boards within the power supply.

Projects / tasks:

Power supplies (PSU) exist in every aspect of our lives, from phone chargers to power stations. Our company repairs PSUs up to 50KW. PSUs range from small and simple to large and complex and everything in between. We are a specialist in the field of repair of our power supplies and we take pride in the knowledge and skill that our engineers have in efficiently determining the power supplies failure and making repair plans to economically repair the units. This needs a large variety of skills from understanding the electronics, problem solving, reverse engineering circuits to the practical skills of repair work, including quality soldering and mechanical aptitude.

Technical skills:

Flowcharting. Drawing of schematics is an advantage.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Interested in highly skilled, technical challenges with electronics and have the aptitude for problem solving with electronic circuit boards. Strong practical skills and enthusiasm/interest for electronic repair.