Software Engineer Summer Internship (Nov 2026)

Looking for a break into the defence industry? We’re always on the lookout for sharp, curious minds to help us build the next generation of defence technology, starting with you.

With over 135 years of innovation behind us, we’re a leading force in defence and mobility technologies - bringing the future of protection, autonomy, and performance to life. Whether you're getting hands-on with high-tech defence projects or shaping your future in analytics, this is purposeful, real-world work. You’ll be involved with complex challenges, future-focused tech, and meaningful innovations from day one.

About your recent team

Create future technologies with us!

Looking for a break into the defence industry? We’re always on the lookout for sharp, curious minds to help us build the next generation of defence technology, starting with you.

With over 135 years of innovation behind us, we’re a leading force in defence and mobility technologies - bringing the future of protection, autonomy, and performance to life. Whether you're getting hands-on with high-tech defence projects or shaping your future in analytics, this is purposeful, real-world work. You’ll be involved with complex challenges, future‑focused tech, and meaningful innovations from day one.

About your new team

Based at our world‑class Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Brisbane as well as Adelaide, we’re growing fast and delivering advanced capability for the Australian Defence Force. Our paid 12 week Summer Internship Program runs from November to February and offers:

- Real projects,



not coffee runs;
- Hands‑on experience in your chosen field of Engineering;
- Mentoring, feedback and career advice;
- Priority consideration for our Graduate Program; and
- Opportunities to stay on part‑time while finishing your degree.

Why Start Your Career with Rheinmetall?

Big Projects, Real Impact
You’ll work on complex challenges, future‑focused tech, and meaningful innovations from day one.

Supportive Culture
We live our SPORT values (Safety, Partnership, Openness, Respect and Trust) and back our people to succeed, grow, and be themselves.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We’re proud to support a workplace that’s welcoming to all - women, veterans, First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodiverse employees, and people with disability.

What we’re looking for

- Students in their penultimate or final year of an engineering degree majoring in IT or Software Engineering
- You should be free to work full time between 23rd November 2026 and 19th February 2027 with time off over Christmas
- You need to hold or be eligible to hold an Australian Government Security Clearance (so should have Australian Citizenship)

What we offer you

- Long weekends every second week with a 9-day fortnight.




- Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
- Flexible Working Arrangements.
- On‑site subsidised café with themed days and multiple dietary options;
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family with overall health and wellbeing;
- Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
- We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.

The Recruitment Process

We're looking for passionate students from a range of disciplines, particularly those in engineering.

Here’s how the process works:

- Online application
- Pre‑recorded video interview
- Interview or Assessment Centre at MILVEHCOE
- Background checks
- Offer & onboarding

Pro tip: We look for potential, not perfection. Show us your passion for technology, problem-solving and real-world impact.

Pay & Perks

We know work is about more than just a paycheck (though we make sure that's competitive too). Here’s what else you can expect:

- 9-Day Fortnight – More time for life, study or downtime
- Flexible Work – Work‑from‑home options and flexible hours
- Career Growth – Learning, mentoring and upskilling from day one
- Extra Leave – Study, Loyalty, Reservist and Special Leave from the start
- Purposeful Work – Know your work matters to Australia’s future
- #RewaRDA – Employee discounts + wellbeing hub
- Wellbeing Support – 24/7 EAP for you and your family
- Community Give-Back – Support Legacy and other social impact initiatives

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📌 Software Engineer Summer Internship (Nov 2026) (Queensland)
🏢 Rheinmetall
📍 Queensland