Role Overview
An prospect is available for a motivated Mechanical Engineering student, recent graduate or emerging engineer to gain practical experience supporting engineering design and documentation for stage machinery and theatrical infrastructure.

The successful candidate will work alongside an engineering team and contribute to mechanical design tasks, CAD drawings and technical documentation. The role will be tailored to the candidate’s skills, experience and areas of interest, as well as current project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with mechanical design and drafting for stage machinery and theatrical infrastructure.
- Prepare and update CAD drawings, layouts, assemblies and engineering details.
- Support the preparation and maintenance of technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
- Assist with design reviews, drawing revisions and document control.
- Help organise engineering records, component information and project documentation.
- Work with engineers to understand design requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Assist with research into mechanical components, materials and equipment specifications.
- Contribute to improving engineering documentation standards and workflows.

Skills and Qualifications
- Currently studying or recently graduated in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.




- Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering drawings.
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar tools.
- Good analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Attention to detail and an interest in practical engineering applications.
- Willingness to learn, receive feedback and collaborate with an engineering team.

What You Will Gain
- Practical exposure to mechanical engineering design and drafting.
- Experience preparing engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Understanding of how engineering designs support manufactured and installed equipment.
- Opportunities to develop CAD, documentation and problem-solving skills.
- Experience contributing to real-world engineering projects under appropriate supervision.

Duration and Working Arrangements
- Duration: Three months.
- Remuneration: Unpaid internship, subject to applicable legal requirements.
- Working arrangements: To be discussed and agreed upon before commencement.
- Internship fee: An internship fee may apply.

How to Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your engineering background, CAD experience, availability and interest in mechanical design. A portfolio or examples of relevant academic projects may also be included.

📌 Mechanical Engineering Intern (Port Melbourne)
🏢 Study And Work
📍 Port Melbourne