Join to apply for the Vacation Student Civil Engineer role at Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation)
Join to apply for the Vacation Student Civil Engineer role at Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation)
November 25 to February 2026
We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.
And we want you to be part of it.
You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.
Perth
Synergy Vacation Student Program
November 25 to February 2026
We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.
And we want you to be part of it.
You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.
But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.
Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.
We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.
We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.
This is where you come in.
Role Description
Vacation Student Program – Civil Engineer
At Synergy, our early careers programs are designed to spark curiosity, build capability, and help shape the workforce of the future by empowering emerging talent.
Synergy’s Vacation Student Program offers students hands-on experience in the energy sector. As a Vacation Student, you’ll contribute to meaningful tasks and projects that provide valuable, real-world learning opportunities, helping you build the skills and confidence to shape your future career.
Our program commences in November 2025 and offers opportunities across multiple disciplines, including:
* Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical and Civil
* Data Analyst
* Energy Market Analyst (Finance / Economics / Mathematics highly valued)
* Cyber Security
Job Responsibilities
Setting you up for success with Synergy
How does the program work?
* As part of Synergy’s Vacation Student program, you will build your understanding of the energy industry and how we operate.
* Our Summer Vacation program runs for three months and is designed to provide students with a unique opportunity to gain hands on experience, skills and knowledge to set you up for success.
* Each participant is supported by a dedicated supervisor, ensuring structured development and insight into our business, while exploring potential career pathways with us.
What You Will Bring
Who is eligible for the program?
To be eligible, it is essential you are currently studying a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the discipline you are interested in and will be entering your final year of study in 2026.
An Eligible Candidate Must Also
* Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have an appropriate work visa.
* Undertake a National Police Check and other pre-employment checks.
So, what's it like working for Synergy?
As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.
At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.
Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:
* Flexible work arrangements
* Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
* Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
* Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
* Learning and development opportunities.
More details can be found here
At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.
Applications close Tuesday 17th June, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
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