Intern - Natural Area Management x2

About My Summer Workplace

Are you currently studying, or have recently graduated and needing to gain experience within the industry? My Summer Workplace is a 12-week paid internship program with Sunshine Coast Council that will equip you with the skills, opportunities, networks and confidence you need to step into your chosen career.

Commencing in November 2026 and concluding February 2027, interns will need to be available to work four days per week for this 12-week period. Note: there will be a 2-week unpaid break over the Christmas period.

Why Intern at Sunshine Coast Council?

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region – Connected. Liveable. Thriving – the region is a model of sustainability, where caring for the environment, creating vibrant communities and growing the local economy is a way of life.

Interning with Sunshine Coast Council provides incredible exposure to a medium-large sized organisation which comprises over 20 functional areas and spans many industries. In addition, interns are mentored by industry professionals, expand their knowledge and skills, and are close to some of the best beaches to enjoy over summer.

About This Internship

Kick-start your career in environmental management and gain real-world experience in conservation projects, ecological research, stakeholder engagement, and environmental education.

As the Intern – Natural Areas Management, you will gain experience and exposure to:

• Assisting with wildlife conservation and environmental management projects.
• Supporting Council’s Koala, Macropod and Marine Turtle Conservation Programs.
• Undertaking research, data collection and project support activities.
• Developing community education resources focused on wildlife conservation and human-wildlife interactions.
• Creating communication materials that promote environmental awareness and conservation outcomes.
• Assisting with stakeholder engagement, project documentation and reporting.
• Building practical skills in conservation planning, environmental management and community engagement within a local government setting.

About You

To be eligible for My Summer Workplace, you must:

• Be enrolled in a tertiary course and have completed 16 or more subjects; or
• Have recently graduated from university (within 12 months of graduation); or
• Have recently completed a TAFE Diploma (within 12 months of graduation);
• Be able to attend the Assessment Centre on 29 October 2026;
• Possess Australian working rights: Citizen (AU/NZ), Permanent Resident, or a current valid visa with unrestricted working rights for the duration of the program.

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply now’ and submit: a resume/CV; an academic transcript; and a 1-page cover letter detailing your suitability for the role, including your ability to fulfil key responsibilities and requirements on the Placement Statement.

Follow the prompts and mandatory questions to complete the application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist with completing the application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website. To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, applicants can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries, contact the Recruitment Team at HRHelp@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Sunshine Coast Council is working to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community it serves. Applicants who require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to reach out to the Recruitment Team.

At Sunshine Coast Council, differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation are embraced. To deliver the best service to the region, Council wants a workforce that reflects the diverse community it serves, and strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

More information: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4460487784/