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Internship and Graduate Programmes 

We're looking for bright and committed individuals in Australia who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

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Internships

Our Internship Programme is a 60-day paid work placement programme for university students in their penultimate year of study. Interns will work in one project or business unit for the duration of their placement to help you develop the essential skills, knowledge and networks to make a successful transition into the business after graduation. Following successful completion of the Internship Programme, interns will receive priority consideration for the Graduate Development Programme.

Keen to apply for our Internship Programme? Applications open May 2024. Sign up for job alerts below.

Graduates

Our two-year Graduate Development Programme commences in January each year. The programme is designed for recent university graduates and aims to stretch and challenge while focusing on developing the essential foundations for a successful career. Graduate rotations allow work across a variety of exciting projects, placements and positions.

Keen to apply for our Graduate Development Programme? Please sign up for job alerts, and apply as positions are advertised.

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Streams

We hire across a number of streams including:

Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Services Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical)
Commercial (Quantity Surveying)
Construction Management
Health & Safety
Planning & Project Controls
Sustainability
Technology & Innovation

How to apply

Candidates are required to submit an application form, cover letter, CV and academic transcript via this website. Look out for when applications open, and apply. 

Applications open                      Applications close

May 2024                                     July 2024

Find us at these university engagement events

  • 7/3/24 - Western Sydney University, Women Transforming The Built Environment Breakfast, 7.30am - 9.30am
  • 12/3/24 - Queensland University of Technology, Engineering and Construction Careers Fair, 11.00am - 1.00pm
  • 13/3/24 - University of NSW, CEVSOC/ CVEN - Careers Fair, 9.15am - 3.30pm
  • 13/3/24 - Bond University, Job and Internship Fair, 12.00pm - 2.00pm
  • 19/3/24 - Monash University, Victoria – Monash Association of Civil Engineering Students (ACES), Annual Industry Night, 6.30pm - 9.00pm
  • 21/3/24 - University of Western Australia Young Engineers, Industry Analysis Night, 6.00pm  - 9.30pm
  • 2/4/24 - Western Sydney University Women of Wisdom Icebreaker event, 6.00pm- 9.00pm
  • 4/4/24 - Central Queensland University, Online Networking Session: Networking Nexus, 2.00pm - 2.30pm
  • 5/4/24 - Central Queensland University, Online Networking Session: Networking Nexus, 2.00pm - 2.30pm
  • 10/4/24 - RMIT, Property, Construction & Project Management (PCPM) Careers Day, 1.00pm - 3.00pm
  • 18/4/24 - Charles Darwin, Careers Fair, 11.00am - 2.00pm
  • 18/4/24 - Western Sydney University, Speed Networking, 6.00pm- 9.00pm
  • 23/4/24 - University of Western Australia, Industry Pop Up, 11.00am - 2.00pm
  • 7/5/24 - University of Western Australia, Industry Pop Up, 11.00am - 2.00pm
  • 14/5/24 - University of Western Australia, Industry Pop Up, 11.00am - 2.00pm 

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Internship Programme FAQ

When do applications open?

Applications for our next Internship Programme open in 2024. We recommend you sign up for job alerts to keep updated. 

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for university students in their penultimate year of study who are interested in a career in the following streams: Civil Engineering, Services Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical), Environmental Engineering, Commercial (Quantity Surveying), Construction Management, Health & Safety, Planning & Project Controls, Procurement and Sustainability. We have bold aspirations to lead change in the way our industry goes to work - we encourage our interns to bring their fresh perspective and new ideas. If this sounds like you, scroll down to check out our openings below. 

What are the minimum requirements to apply?

To be considered for this programme, you must be in your penultimate year of a relevant degree and at time of application, hold Australian/ New Zealand citizenship or Permanent Residency.

What can I expect from the Internship?

We work across some of Australia’s biggest and most complex infrastructure projects in both metropolitan and regional areas. Our interns will work on one project or business unit for the duration of their 60-day paid placement. The Internship combines practical on-the-job experience with a tailored weekly development programme to equip you will the fundamental skills and experience needed to build the foundations of a fulfilling career. The weekly training sessions cover a broad range of skills, providing exposure across many different areas of the business. Our interns will be considered for a priority placement in the Graduate Development Programme upon completion of their university degree.  

What support is available during the programme?

We are here to support you every step of the way. You will have the support of your line manager and a buddy who you can talk to about your career aspirations and anything else at Laing O’Rourke. Additionally, there will also be opportunities to connect as a cohort and one-on-one coaching with our Learning & Development team.

  • Internship applications open: May 2024
  • Internship applications close: July 2024 

The 2023 Interns will be given priority consideration to join the 2025 Graduate Programme.

Our two year, rotational Graduate Development Programme commences in January each year and is designed to stretch and challenge, while focusing on developing the essential foundations for a successful career.

It is a requirement of our programme that you are adaptable, mobile and willing to work in various locations across Australia (including metropolitan, regional and remote areas).

Rotations may include:

• Engineering (Civil, Services or Environmental)

• Construction Management

• Commercial Management

• Design Management

• Digital Engineering

• Estimating

• Health & Safety

• Legal

• Planning

• Project Controls

• Procurement

• Work Winning

• Sustainability

• Environment