Programa de Férias 2026

Job Description

During our vacation program, you will gain practical experience, working side-by-side with the renewable energy pros. We will support you in working on real projects, both in an office environment and out in the field. This is valuable experience in preparing for graduate roles once you complete your degree.

You will create a network with our experienced mentors, who will support you to apply your academic theory from the classroom to a large-scale industry environment. Why not come and test out whether the renewable industry is for you? We know you'll love it as much as we do!

We are offering placements for the following streams:

• Civil
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Environmental

Our Vacation program runs for a period of 13 weeks, starting in November 2026 until February 2027 (exact dates to be finalised).

Further information can be found in the attached Position Description for Engineering and Environmental students: PD - AI - HT1 - Environment Student - August 2026.pdf & [PD - AI - HT1 - Student Engineer - August 2026.pdf](https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt8PeX3taQ8cOTxLZ-l-SwT2NFJltllWwamMMKrYFYLn0nqP2LUj9sM5D0gWafM8hx84b5KUMPmPx0nJRysRVyI2DOlj7K-rDwuIIX-K9DD1D0XQY63G6T8F2pAlc56rbxUYqYKZVxc8uvHlGQ8sr0-g~~

Base Salary from $52,245 Plus Super

About you

You're an energetic and engaged Engineering or Environmental student currently enrolled at university, preferably in your penultimate year, studying civil, mechanical and/or electrical engineering or Environmental studies. You will also bring:

• Passion and ambition with a commitment to driving positive change
• A strong willingness to learn and build effective communication and relationships inside the business

Haven't convinced you yet?

Are you deciding what type of engineering is for you? Renewable energy might be for you! Come and experience working in Australia's leading business in hydropower with our 13-week Vacation Program! Whilst Australia is undergoing a dynamic transformation, we're already leading the charge, as the nation's largest producer of renewable energy. We want to hear from aspiring engineers with innovative ideas to help us progress even further.

We value flexibility and understand this means different things to different people, so we are open to discussing what this looks like for you. We offer a range of employee perks and often have something for everyone, including generous parental leave, electricity discounts and un-debited sick leave. At Hydro Tasmania we also strongly support career development opportunities, and while this can look different for everyone as well, we will work with you to support the pathways at Hydro Tasmania you want to explore!

As an endorsed employer for women, we have benefits and policies on our Work180 page - check it out here: www.work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/hydro-tasmania

At Hydro Tasmania, we're leaders in renewable energy, powering Australia with clean hydropower. We really care about making a difference for the better, but it's a big job and we can't do it alone. Which is right where you come in.

Questions and next steps

Submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, most recent academic transcript and all relevant information in the application form before 9am Monday 24th August 2025. Please include a response to the following questions as part of your cover letter;

• What interests you in working for Hydro Tasmania and what would you like to get out of your placement?
• What lead you to choose your area of study and where do you see it taking you in the future?
• Tell us a bit about yourself! This could be hobbies, passions, interests, etc.

You can help us get to know you further in your cover letter by highlighting your skills and experiences as well as tell us a bit about who you are and what drives you! In line with the above 'about you' section, outline how you bring these skills (not just what you've done, but how you've done them) and to help us get to know you, tell us about your favourite hobby or how you like to spend your time outside of study/work!

Hydro Tasmania is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or accommodation during any stage of the process, please let us know. For more information, or to discuss your needs confidentially, reach out to [email protected]. Please note we do not accept applications via email.

Recruitment agencies: we respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.