2026 Engineering Internship Program
Melbourne, VIC, AU
About us
At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.
The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.
We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.
About the Internship
Our internship program is designed to give exceptional engineers like you an opportunity to explore your interests, grow your personal and professional network and gain career-building skills.
Working at ExxonMobil Australia1, you will have a real role in our business working an array of interesting and technically challenging projects. You will have access to world-class training, leading-edge technology, a global network of highly talented colleagues and the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and expertise throughout your internship. Your work will include site visits and mentoring by experienced engineers to help develop your skills.
Our program runs for eight months between March and November, where you may be based at our head office in Melbourne or at one of our processing facilities. Our extended program gives you an opportunity to immerse yourself in real projects, develop deeper technical and professional skills, and build meaningful connections that can shape your career. The intern program has flexibility in its range of projects to accommodate different work arrangements, with both full time (preferred) and part-time applicants encouraged to apply.
Applications are open until Monday 29th September 2025, 11.59pm.
Interstate candidates are encouraged to apply as relocation support will be provided. Applicants must have the permanent right to work in Australia.
What You Will Get
- Work on real-life engineering projects across our energy production and decommissioning businesses
- Experience the work environment of a world-leading global organisation, including the opportunity for site visits
- A dedicated support system of buddies and mentors to assist with your project, providing you with regular and structured feedback
- Meaningful interactions with senior management, industry experts and other internship members and alumni
- Continuous development of your technical and behavioural skills, in addition to key competencies such as communication, initiative, adaptability and leadership
- Opportunity to join our social networks and Employee Resource Groups that celebrate diversity and inclusion
- A competitive remuneration package
About You
- Students actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree, currently in either penultimate or final year, or having graduated this year, in one of the following engineering disciplines.
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- Chemical
- Mechanical
- Petroleum
- Civil
- Environmental
- Aerospace
- Electrical
- Materials
- Mechatronics
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- Capable, highly innovative students who display initiative and drive
- A strong academic record will be highly regarded
- Demonstrated maturity, sound judgement and interpersonal skills through prior leadership and team roles
- Ability to question and identify improvements with a collaborative attitude
- Willingness to take on challenging assignments and manage multiple projects and deadlines
Supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
ExxonMobil is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of background and thinking. We strive to create an inclusive work environment in which everyone’s thoughts, opinions and voice are treated fairly and with respect. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified people and offer excellent benefits and conditions to enable a strong work life balance and support the needs of our employees throughout their career.
ExxonMobil Australia acknowledges the Gunaikurnai, Wurundjeri and Bunurong peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to Elders past and present
ExxonMobil Australia advises that the operatorship of the Gippsland Basin Joint Venture (GBJV), which encompasses many of the internship opportunities, is subject to an agreed transfer to Woodside Energy. This transfer remains contingent upon receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals.
Nothing herein is intended to override the corporate separateness of local entities. Working relationships discussed herein do not necessarily represent a reporting connection, but may reflect a functional guidance, stewardship, or service relationship.
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