EOI - Summer Internship Program
Box Hill, VIC
Graduates and Interns – Internships /
Summer Internship /
On-site
Planet Innovation (PI) is an award winning healthtech contract design and manufacturing company and we work on some of the most advanced technology in the world. We have our own portfolio of businesses, and also partner with world-leading organizations to help them create game-changing innovations to grow their business. Our clients include some of the world's top medical device and healthcare companies, as well as some of the world's most exciting start-ups.
Creating great products and winning awards is all down to our team. Planet Innovation has over 400 of the brightest and most passionate people on Earth, and we are looking for more.
We are now looking for exceptional engineering Interns from Mechanical, Electronics, Software, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Biomedical, and Product Design disciplines to join Planet Innovation in our Design, Digital, and Manufacturing teams.
About the Role
We are seeking forward-thinking and collaborative interns to work with some of the brightest people on the planet, on high-tech projects spanning from experience design, concept & product development, digital solutions, and manufacturing. Under the guidance of experienced commercially and technically orientated leaders, you will use your technical, entrepreneurial, and consulting skills to create innovative solutions for our clients, whilst developing the skills, knowledge, and experience that will shape you in to a high-performing and well-rounded professional.
Key responsibilities for PI Interns:
- Contributing and participating in design activities.
- Building and testing of prototypes.
- Investigation and troubleshooting of non-conformance issues.
- Preparation of documentation in accordance with project, quality, and engineering discipline standard and methodologies.
- Building and managing relationships with key stakeholders and teams across the whole business.
- Seek out expertise within PI for guidance in the execution of tasks.
- Effectively manage time to meet all task milestones and communicate proactively with lead and members of the team.
- Continues to grow and maintains own skill set.
- Be aware of, participate in and assist with the trail of continuous improvement activities within relevant discipline areas.
PI Interns are:
- Graduating from a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Product Design in 2023/2024.
- An entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. You are curious, creative, and innovative by nature and always looking at things from a new perspective.
- An individual that thrives in collaborative environments, love bouncing ideas off others and sense making. You are willing to take on any task and learn new skills and capabilities.
- Focused on building your commercial acumen and deepening your understanding of the business, client, and industries in which you work in.
- A strong oral and written communicator, who can clearly articulate ideas, actively listen and have empathy and compassion for the client.
- Motivated to get things done, show initiative and take ownership of any task at hand.
Why PI?
- A dedicated 8-12-week internship program to build your engineering consulting and technical skills, learning from some of the world's best and brightest.
- PI offers a great work culture where each team member can make a difference by developing and manufacturing products that transform industries and have a positive on the world.
- We are growing, and there are real opportunities for ongoing work while you complete your studies, as well as opportunities join our future graduate programs.
How to Apply to the Internship Program
If this sounds like you, then please hit apply and attach your Cover Letter, CV, and Academic Transcript. Please note that as this is an EOI and the role is not currently open, we will be reviewing applications and starting interviews in September, when the role formally opens.
A positive, high-achieving work culture, and plenty of opportunities to learn and grow await you at Planet Innovation, so apply now.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and all suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age.
We are also proud to be a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. Please note only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for these positions.
No recruitment agencies, please.
