Project Management Intern

Internship Overview

Embark on your Project Management journey with a renowned international organization! This role invites passionate and inquisitive students in their penultimate year towards Project Management or Engineering studies to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within the Defence sector. Spanning 12 weeks, this paid internship offers real project involvement alongside seasoned professionals at Devonport Naval Base, nurturing both technical and interpersonal growth.

About Babcock Australasia

Babcock Australasia is part of the FTSE 100 Babcock International Group with over 130 years of global experience. With over 1800 skilled employees, the company delivers essential services ensuring critical assets and operations remain effective and sustainable. Its work spans maritime sustainment, secure communications, helicopter missions, and fleet management.

Role Details

• Engage in active projects from day one, contributing meaningfully and applying problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate closely with industry experts and mentors fostering learning and professional development.
• Experience exposure to industry tools, technology, and challenges shaping Defence operations.
• Participate in a supportive, innovative team culture that encourages questions and collaboration.

Professional Development and Benefits

• Work-life integration policy includes various leave options such as wellbeing, volunteer, paid parental, and defence reservist leave.
• Access internal development initiatives, self-paced learning resources, and study leave support.
• Enjoy benefits through the beRewarded platform featuring discounts, novated leasing, and corporate share schemes.
• Recognition programs focused on core principles: kindness, collaboration, curiosity, outcome orientation, courage, and accountability.

Additional Information

• The internship is a paid position lasting 12 weeks.
• Applicants must have legal working rights in New Zealand and be able to obtain a New Zealand Defence Force Security Clearance.
• The role involves handling US export-controlled technology and requires compliance with ITAR regulations.
• Successful candidates may undergo pre-employment checks such as references, MOJ, security clearances, qualifications, and right-to-work verification.
• Applications close on 26th July 2026.

If you aspire to develop your project management career within a global defence company committed to safety and security, submit your application including resume and current academic transcripts. Babcock welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is dedicated to responding to every candidate who applies.