Process Engineering Intern – Energy & Industrial null

Want to bring ideas to life? 

This is a very exciting time for you - full of endless possibilities. Aurecon's paid intern programme has all that covered and more. 

We are looking for Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Process or Chemical Engineering OR Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering OR Bachelor of Engineering Technology OR Materials and Process Engineering students to be based in the following locations: 

• Ōtautahi / Christchurch 
• Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland 
• Te Whanganui-a-Tara/ Wellington 

This role will sit in the Energy & Industrial business unit. 

What is Energy & Industrial at Aurecon? 

The Energy and Industrial (E&I) service group work with NZ’s largest dairy, manufacturing, fuel storage and distribution clients such as Fonterra and Z Energy. They partner with clients to add value by solving their sticky issues and help bring their ideas to life. The team are involved in all aspects of the project life cycle from concept design through to commissioning and ongoing maintenance and testing of their assets. There is a major focus on decarbonisation and transition of client’s assets and businesses. 

In E&I you will join a team of outstanding emerging professionals and have access to all our senior technical and leadership team to kickstart and grow your career 

Our process interns can be exposed to most of the engineering and advisory requirements of multiple industries, including, energy and mass balances, concept development, P&ID development, procurement, hydraulics, design workshops, limelight professional networking and site visits. 

What are we looking for from you? 

Steps to success below! 

You'll be ready to make an impact. You will be studying towards a formal qualification and be in either your 2nd or 3rd year of study. You will need to have the ability to work on a full-time basis from November 2023 until February 2024. 

We'll need you to be studying towards the following degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Process or Chemical Engineering OR Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering OR Bachelor of Engineering Technology OR Materials and Process Engineering. 

And you will bring: 

• Passion for changing the way we deliver carbon neutrality and sustainability in everything we do. 
• Ability to initiate and build relationships with both your peers and clients to push forward the boundaries of what is possible. 
• Enthusiasm for re-imagining engineering and be someone that actively pursues continuous learning to help shape the future. 
• Excitement about your journey with Aurecon. 

 How will your future be shaped by us? 

We've been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion, including being the first engineering company in Aotearoa New Zealand to receive the Rainbow Tick. Our Māori Strategy - He Rautaki Māori, won two Good Design Awards in 2022 for its outstanding contributions in bringing He Rautaki Māori and digital innovation into operations and decision-making processes. Bring your whole self to work! 

Joining us as an intern gives you a snapshot of what we are about and opens up opportunities to come back as a graduate with us, meaning you’d have the opportunity to be part of an award-winning graduate programme. We made LinkedIn's 25 best workplaces to grow your career in New Zealand list, and GradNewZealand ranked us top 2 in Engineering Consulting list and top 5 in the overall New Zealand Top 100 Graduate Employers list. 

 Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects.  The new Auckland Light Rail Project? That is us.  Supporting Fonterra transition to a resilient, low-emissions economy with their new biomass boiler at their Waitoa Factory, that is us too. And partnering with Watercare to transform the delivery of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s water services? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you’ll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges. 

Ready to bring ideas to life? 

Apply online now! We can’t wait to hear from you! 

Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com 

We accept applications from New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and international students with a current visa who are based in NZ.   

How to Apply 

Step 1: Application Form 

The first step off the application process is an online form which will take approximately 10 - 15 minutes to complete. Please be ready to attach you resume, cover letter and transcript. We will ask you to identify the teams you are most interested in, so please take time to explore our website as this will determine who you engage with through the recruitment process. 

Step 2: Online Assessment 

This step should take up to 1 hour to complete and requires a mix of written and video responses. Please make sure you are in a quiet, well-lit area with a strong internet connection before you start the assessment. During this stage we love to see your passions and motivations in your video responses. 

Step 3: Interview 

If you are selected to progress to the final stage you will be invited for an interview in person or virtually, depending on locations. After the interview process has concluded offers to the successful candidates will be made and contracts issued. 

Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views 

Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi / Be bold, be strong, work as one