Software, Systems & Biomedical Internship null

Your role

Work and learn. Get the right start to your career with Saab Australia.

Our paid internship program will give you the opportunity to put into practice what you have been learning throughout your studies and gain invaluable experience in the defence and security industry.

The program runs for up to 12 weeks over the December to February period (including the end-of-year shutdown period from 21 December 2024 – 5 January 2025 inclusive). 

During this placement, you will work alongside our expert engineers gaining experience on real-life projects and case studies. You will learn from colleagues who are specialists in their field and develop your skills and knowledge further.

Some of the roles offered in our upcoming program include:

Adelaide based:

• Software Engineering: focused on mixed reality 3D visualisation for defence products, as well as software tool support and development for our combat management system product
• Systems Engineering: focused on design and prototyping of space surveillance health, as part of our Autonomous Mission System space domain awareness product
• Modelling & Analysis: focused on simulation of autonomous robot functionality, optimisation of the “two-language problem” using  the Julia programming language, simulated data for machine learning, and shape based aircraft trajectory analysis. 

Melbourne based:

• Software Engineering: focused on mixed reality 3D visualisation for deployable field hospitals
• Biomedical Engineering: focused on designing healthcare facilities for use by military forces

About you:

To be eligible for the Saab Australia Internship Program, you will need to meet the following criteria: 

• You will be in your penultimate year or have completed at least 3 years of a Bachelor’s Degree 
• You will be an Australian citizen and able to meet defence industry security requirements

We are seeking degree specialisations in the below disciplines (or similar): 

• Computer Science/Software Engineering
• Physics/Mathematics
• Computer Systems/Network Engineering
• Aerospace/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges. 

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Pre-register now and get notified once the application opens then follow the steps below.

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. You may contact our careers team at careers.mailbox@au.saabgroup.com for any enquiries about the program. Applications close on 29 August 2024.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Saab Australia is a proud supporter of the Veterans’ Employment Program and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.