Business description:

We are an Australian based engineering and manufacturing organisation, developing and manufacturing batteries for submarine platforms locally and across the world. This opportunity sits in our New Technologies space which is more of a new technologies and R&D business rather than traditional lead-acid submarine battery application.

Projects / tasks:

General engineering activities across a range of projects.

Technical skills:

Electrical/Electronic Hardware, Software, CAN protocol, Battery Management Systems.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Reliable, trustworthy.  An interest in new technologies would be beneficial.

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:

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

Projects / tasks:

Integrated into an Agile Software Development team being part of the design and development of Electronic Warfare software capabilities. This project leverages Cloud Native Computing technologies, the student will be exposed to state-of-the-art and industry standard libraries and technologies

Technical skills:

Web development technologies (e.g. JavaScript, Angular, Bootstrap, HTML5, CSS and Java).

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Ability to work through problems autonomously and willingness to learn new packages/frameworks as required. Some experience with scientific computing is required, whether through coursework or personal learning.

Business description:

Our company is a long-standing Defence contractor, supporting key Defence aviation, maritime and land capabilities through our specialised engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, materials processing, and supply chain management functions. We are renowned for our key commitments to Defence, including:

  1. Manufacturing landing gear and hydraulic components for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.
  2. Design and implementation of repairs for aircraft landing gear systems, and other aircraft functional components.
  3. Design and implementation of Supersonic Particle Deposition & Laser Additive Deposition (Additive Metal) repairs for aircraft landing gear systems.

At our Wingfield location, we provide engineering interns with a unique opportunity to gain experience in the range of technologies we use to effectively sustain Defence’s aerospace, maritime and land capabilities including:

  1. Non-destructive testing;
  2. Inorganic corrosion protection and surface treatment;
  3. Organic corrosion protection and surface finishing – Painting
  4. Monitor, analysis and maintenance of the special processing line.

Projects / tasks:

  1. Design of tooling, fixtures, masking aides and jigs.
  2. Establishing and maintaining ERP data and routings.
  3. Support of the facility through machine and chemical solution maintenance.
  4. Procurement of technical materials and resources.

Technical skills:

Some 3D CAD experience is highly desirable.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

An intern that would thrive with Rosebank is an aspiring Engineer with the following characteristics:

  • Enthusiastic, curious and willing to get involved;
  • Team player, but able to work autonomously on tasks;
  • Maintain a focus on safety at all times; and
  • Excited to explore Defence engineering as a possible career.

A mechanical, industrial or chemical engineering discipline would be well suited to the work at our company. The ideal Engineering Intern is a person who seeks to understand new technologies and processes, and use that understanding to sustain and improve engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing performance.

Business description:

Our company designs and manufactures maritime handling systems predominantly for defence application and in particular for Australia on the Collins Class Submarine. We look after the refurbishment, sustainment and upgrade of the MTS equipment within Australia.

Projects / tasks:

  • Design of jigs and fixtures
  • Problem resolution (Problem Reports)
  • Developing engineering process documentation
  • Reviewing Survey Reports

Technical skills:

  • Basic CAD skills Problem solving skills
  • Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel, Visio etc.) Good written and verbal communication skills

Intern interpersonal qualities:

  • Working collaboratively in small teams Desire to solve problems
  • Self-motivated

Business description:

Our company supplies innovative products and solutions in the Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare (ISREW) domain. We deliver projects using a tailored engineering process to meet demanding functional and performance requirements and client expectations. Central to our value proposition is our ability to work closely with our clients and blend Science and Technology (S&T), innovation and reliable engineering principles to ensure our solutions maintain the edge. Our background and pedigree in working with the Department of Defence has enabled us to establish a strong S&T capability across the aerospace, land and maritime domains.

Projects / tasks:

We are currently delivering a simulation project into Defence that allows for the analysis of behaviours, responses, and performance of humans under test in simulated battlefield scenarios. Interns will be working on a research and development project related closely to the simulation project. The outcome of this R&D project is to implement additional functionality within the system allowing for the analysis of human physiological attributes. Interns will be responsible for the research of human physiological attributes which can be measured and analysed, and the implementation, integration and testing of software and hardware within the system.

Technical skills:

  • Software Development skills – C++/Python
  • Software Engineering Principles – Design, Integration, Implementation, Test
  • Operating Systems – Windows

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Demonstrated teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills coupled with a strong desire to learn.

Business description:

Our company develops investigative tools and information management solutions for Defence, security and public safety organisations. We work collaboratively with users to build modern, easy to use and adaptable software including information discovery, federated search and investigations management solutions.

Projects / tasks:

The intern will participate and be mentored in software development and engineering within an Agile development environment to add new software features to our company software products and applications. Software features will be based on a product roadmap and customer requests, including investigation and implementation of new data analytics and intelligence analysis algorithms. The work will contribute directly to solutions delivered to end users. Tasks include software design, data analysis, implementation, testing and review as a valued member of our product team.

A key outcome for interns is that they learn valuable software engineering skills, best practice in software development and become passionate about building quality software and their own professional development.

Technical skills:

Software development with Java (or similar object-oriented languages), and experience with web front-end technologies and JavaScript frameworks such as React.js.

Familiarity and experience with virtualisation (e.g., docker), cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and database technologies (e.g., SQL) is desirable.

Familiarity and experience with data science or artificial intelligence tools, techniques and approaches also desirable.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The ideal intern will be an enthusiastic team member and proactive, and one who enjoys solving problems and coding.

Our company also values those that are committed to learning and with good communication skills.

Business description:

Our company develops investigative tools and information management solutions for Defence, security and public safety organisations. We work collaboratively with users to build modern, easy to use and adaptable software including information discovery, federated search and investigations management solutions.

Projects / tasks:

The intern will participate and be mentored in software development and engineering within an Agile development environment to add new software features to our company software products and applications. Software features will be based on a product roadmap and customer requests. The work will contribute directly to solutions delivered to end users. Tasks include software design, implementation, testing and review as a valued member of our product team.

A key outcome for interns is that they learn valuable software engineering skills, best practice in software development and become passionate about building quality software and their own professional development.

Technical skills:

Software development with Java (or similar object-oriented languages), and experience with web front-end technologies and TypeScript frameworks such as React.js.

Familiarity and experience with virtualisation (e.g., docker), cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and database technologies (e.g., SQL) is also desirable.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The ideal intern will be an enthusiastic team member and proactive, and one who enjoys solving problems and coding.

Our company also values those that are committed to learning and with good communication skills.

Business description:

Our company was established in 1996 and has rapidly grown to become one of Australia’s leading Aerospace & Military Fabrication, Repair, Manufacturing & Design Technologies SMEs. We focus on supporting the Civil Aerospace and Defence communities with CASA/AS9100 and ISO accredited specialist competencies and skills in:

  • Advanced Composite/Sheet Metal Component Repair/Manufacture
  • Fabrication Technologies (Welding/Machining/Heat Treatment/Metal Forming/Structures)
  • Advanced Surface Treatment (Electroplating/Painting)
  • Innovative Engineering Design/Approvals/Test and Evaluation

Our company has built up a client base that now includes some of Australia’s most trusted and respected Defence and Aerospace organisations in Australia, such as, DMO, RAAF, Army, Boeing, BAE Systems, L3 Communications, Hawker Pacific, Royal Flying Doctors (NSW, VIC, SA, WA & NT), DSTO, Aeronautical Engineers Australia, Cobham, Flight Training Adelaide, CEA Technologies & Raytheon Australia.

Ours is a ‘total solution’ focus, whether for prototyping or production. The company is now one of Australia’s last full aerospace structures facilities; it is also the last known fully Australian owned SME in this category. The company has three main revenue streams -these are Product, Service (Australian based) and Global Supply Chain work (Services International).

Projects / tasks:

Manufacture of aircraft structures, engineering on Tube Launched UAV and store systems & composite manufacture.

Technical skills:

CAD

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The ideal intern is someone who is highly motivated, innovative, interested in everything Defence from a structural perspective and loves getting their hands dirty from time to time.

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.