WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Create future technologies with us!
Looking for a break into the defence industry? We’re always on the lookout for sharp, curious minds to help us build the next generation of defence technology, starting with you.
With over 135 years of innovation behind us, we’re a leading force in defence and mobility technologies - bringing the future of protection, autonomy, and performance to life. Whether you're getting hands-on with high-tech defence projects or shaping your future managing projects, this is purposeful, real-world work. You’ll be involved with complex challenges, future-focused tech, and meaningful innovations from day one.
About your new team
Based at our world-class Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Brisbane with additional opportunities in Melbourne and Adelaide, we’re growing fast and delivering advanced capability for the Australian Defence Force. Our paid 12 week Summer Internship Program runs from November to February and offers:
- Real projects, not coffee runs;
- Hands-on experience in your chosen field of Engineering;
- Mentoring, feedback and career advice;
- Priority consideration for our Graduate Program; and
- Opportunities to stay on part-time while finishing your degree.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
Find Your Why at Rheinmetall
Our values of Safety, Partnership, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT) supports our team members to create a workplace environment where our employees value each other, live up to their promises, communicate openly and work safely every day.
The experience and skillset best suited to this opportunity include:
- Students in their penultimate or final year of an engineering degree majoring in:
- Mechanical, Mechatronics, Materials, Aerospace, Manufacturing or Automotive Engineering
- Electrical, Electronics, Robotics or Communications Engineering
- IT, Software or Systems Engineering
- Industrial Design
- You should be free to work full time between 24th November 2025 and 20th February 2026 with time off over Christmas.
- You need to hold or be eligible to hold an Australian Government Security Clearance (so should have Australian Citizenship).
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Long weekends every second week with a 9 day fortnight;
- Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
- Flexible Working Arrangements;
- On-site subsidised café with themed days and multiple dietary options;
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family with overall health and wellbeing;
- Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
- We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.
CONTACT INFORMATION
RDA Talent Acquisition Team
LinkedIn Job Tag #LI-SB1
Applications will close on the 17th of August 2025.
