The Summer Internship Program provides university students with an opportunity to gain practical experience within the water industry while contributing to meaningful projects that support essential community services.

Over a 12-week period, interns will work alongside experienced professionals, develop industry knowledge, and apply their academic learning in a real-world environment. Internships may be aligned to a range of disciplines including:

• Engineering
• Science
• Environmental Science
• Information Technology
• Business and Commerce
• Project Management

By the end of the internship, participants will have:

• Gained practical workplace experience in the water industry.
• Developed professional and technical skills.
• Built industry networks and professional connections.
• Enhanced their understanding of how their discipline contributes to the delivery of essential water services.

Increased their readiness for future graduate and professional employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the student's area of study and business needs, responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with the delivery of operational, technical, environmental or business projects.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting data to support business decision-making.
• Contributing to project planning, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting research activities and investigations into emerging industry trends, technologies and practices.
• Preparing reports, presentations and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Participating in team meetings, site visits and learning activities.
• Collaborating with employees across a range of departments and disciplines.
• Completing a final project summary or presentation outlining key learnings and outcomes.

About you:

We are seeking students who demonstrate:

• A willingness to learn and contribute.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Initiative and curiosity.
• Effective time management and organisation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, inclusion and professional conduct.

(Preferred – students who are in their second and third year of studies & students from the East Gippsland region)

Why Join East Gippsland Water:

• Genuine work–life balance with Monday–Friday schedules
• Strong learning, training and professional development opportunities
• Clear pathways for progression and internal mobility
• Weekly Bring Your Dog to Work wellbeing initiative
• Reduced‑rate corporate gym memberships
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (counselling, coaching and wellbeing services)
• A supportive, collaborative, values‑driven workplace
• Inclusive culture that champions diversity and wellbeing
• A proud commitment to sustainability and community impact
• Modern technology and tools that enable innovation

East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.

Apply now!     Applications close on 30th of September 2026.