Intern Program

Are you a university student looking to gain real-life work experience while getting paid? Our Intern Program could be the perfect addition to your resume.

Apply for this paid opportunity to:

• work alongside supportive, future-focused professionals
• build on your education
• contribute to South Australia’s infrastructure and transport future.

Eligibility criteria

To apply for our Intern Program you must be:

• completing a bachelor's or master’s degree from a recognised university
• an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible to work in Australia for the internship duration
• willing to complete a national police check and clearance to meet required entry standards
• have completed the application process in full.

About the program

While working with us you will:

• apply your university learning
• learn new skills
• gain valuable experience in your chosen field
• work on projects that provide value to our state
• develop personal qualities.

It also offers a way to start working in the public sector while you finish your degree.

After completing our Intern Program, you may also be considered for our Graduate Program. This is subject to successfully completing your tertiary studies. Learn more about our Graduate Program.

Program details

Our interns:

• are paid at an ASO2 level
• can negotiate weekly hours and placement duration based on business and study needs.

Our flexible approach to work arrangements may support your study commitments. For example, we have some interns working full time hours during study breaks, and others working part-time over a longer placement.

Job location

Intern roles are usually offered in the Adelaide CBD and metropolitan area.

Positions sometimes include regional locations. If a regional location will form part of the intern role you’re being considered for, we’ll discuss this with you at interview or employment offer stage.

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for university students in their second, third or fourth year of study.

Placements are often available across the following areas:

• communications
• construction management
• engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical and structural)
• information technology
• journalism
• law
• marketing
• media
• project management
• property management and real estate
• public policy
• safety management.

You'll need to be:

• a team player ready to embrace our values and commitment to safety
• an analytical problem-solver with great research skills
• empathetic and culturally aware
• skilled at building strong relationships
• a strong verbal and written communicator
• driven, accountable and keen to use your initiative.

How to apply

Applications are currently closed.

To apply when applications are open, you will need to:

• complete an online application to confirm your eligibility
• submit your cover letter and resume
• submit a copy of your academic transcript.

Your cover letter should:

• outline your interest in this opportunity and working with us
• detail how this opportunity aligns with your professional goals
• highlight any relevant work or volunteer experience
• include an example of how you have worked in a positive and effective group
• include an example of how you solved a problem and how you found the best solution
• include an example showing your clear and concise communication skills
• demonstrate your understanding of our values and what it means to you to work in the South Australia public sector.

Key dates

Recruitment dates will be available before our next intake.

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Contact us

Entry Level Programs team

Email: DIT.EntryTalent@sa.gov.au

Related information

On this website

• Entry Level Pathways

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• Our LinkedIn page