Sydney Water is excited to announce that our 2026 Internship Program is now open. Gain real hands on water industry experience while studying at University!

Get a head start on building your professional experience & network before graduation
Generous salary from $78,731.33 p.a pro rata (plus super)
Potential pathway into our Graduate Program on your Sydney Water Career Journey

We are now welcoming applications from students on track to finish their studies in 2026 or 2027 from below disciplines:

Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical)
Sciences (Environmental and Other)
Supply Chain Management
Data and Analytics

As Australia’s largest water and wastewater service provider, you have an opportunity to play a key role in Sydneysiders’ continuing enjoyment of this great city and iconic outdoor way of life.

You will set and achieve real goals and be part of a committed and highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table - we want your perspective and ideas! Through our intern program you can make a real difference and help shape the lifestyle of your community and Sydney’s future.

How does our Intern program work?

We understand that your studies are a priority and we all need a work life balance. Our program is generally designed to go for 12 months, and for you to work with us 2 or 3 days a week during term time and up to fulltime hours during University breaks.

We have opportunities in teams across Water Supply, Stormwater, Engineering and Technical Services and Supply Chain in locations across Parramatta and Potts Hill.

Please note that some of our locations are not easily accessible by public transport and will require you to have your own transport.

About you?

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at time of application
You will be currently studying for an Engineering, Sciences, Supply Chain Management, Data and Analytics and on track to finish your studies in 2026 or 2027.
You will be curious, innovative and ambitious and open to learning new experiences.
Have a solid academic transcript with good communication and problem solving skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Programs

Why join us

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. We actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality, and foster a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects.

Benefits

Work in a supportive environment
Allocation of a Graduate Buddy to guide you through establishing yourself in the role
Social Events including visiting various operational sites of the business and
information sessions where you will have access to and hear from senior leaders across the business

Does this sound like you? Apply now!

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need.

Closing date: Wednesday 5th November 2025

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au

Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check as part of the application process.

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal and health information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal and health information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application

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