Student Civil Engineer l Canberra

Posted: 15/10/2026

Closing Date: 04/12/2026

Job Type: Casual

Location: Canberra

Job Category: Civil Engineering

About Spiire

At Spiire, our purpose is to better our communities, create opportunities for our people and clients, and deliver value to our stakeholders.

We bring together civil and water engineers, landscape architects, construction consultants, surveyors, town planners and urban designers to support the property and infrastructure sectors.

With over 430 employees, we’re one of Australia’s largest employee-owned property and infrastructure consultancies, bringing over 40 years of experience and local expertise to projects across Melbourne, Bendigo, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Geelong, Ballarat, Shepparton, Gippsland, Albury and Wodonga, and Townsville.

Hello – Kia Ora – 你好 – Wominjeka – Yaama.

No matter how you say it, we’re glad you’re here!

Job Description

Your engineering career starts here

Planning to study civil engineering in 2027, or already in your first or second year? Join Spiire’s Canberra team and start putting your learning into practice.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic student who’s curious about how communities are designed and built. You don’t need previous industry experience—just a willingness to learn, ask questions and get involved.

With paid employment, financial study support and guidance from experienced colleagues, this is an opportunity to build your confidence and explore a future in civil engineering.

About Spiire

We’re an integrated team of engineers, surveyors, planners, landscape architects and other property and infrastructure specialists. We bring different disciplines together to help shape communities.

In Canberra, you’ll join a supportive team and gain an introduction to civil engineering within a multidisciplinary consultancy.

What you’ll be doing

Working alongside our engineers, you’ll build your understanding of how civil projects move from design through to delivery. As your skills develop, you’ll have opportunities to:

• Assist with engineering tasks, project documentation and technical information.

• Learn about civil design and the infrastructure that supports land development.

• Gain exposure to project coordination and how we work with clients and other disciplines.

• Participate in site visits where project requirements allow.

• Apply what you’re learning at university to practical engineering work.

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you’re:

• A school leaver planning to commence engineering studies in 2027, with an interest in civil engineering; or

• A current first-year engineering student intending to pursue civil engineering, or a second-year civil engineering student.

You’ll bring a positive attitude, clear communication and an interest in working with others. You’ll also be comfortable asking questions and taking on new challenges.

We’re particularly keen to connect with students from Canberra and the surrounding region, including those studying elsewhere who return home during university breaks and are interested in building their career locally.

Work that supports your studies

The opportunity includes paid work in our Canberra office, with an anticipated summer commitment of two to three days per week during December and January. We’ll discuss your availability and study commitments with you.

You’ll also receive $5,000 gross annual study support, subject to the terms of your study support agreement.

Desired Skills and Experience

Ready to get started?

Apply with your CV and a short cover letter telling us:

• What you’re studying, or planning to study in 2027.

• Why you’re interested in civil engineering.

• Your connection to Canberra and availability over summer.

Your CV can include school projects, part-time work, volunteering or extracurricular activities—we’re interested in your potential and enthusiasm to learn.

Our Culture, Our Difference

At Spiire, we believe our culture is our difference. As a successful and growing employee-owned business, we recognise and reward the contributions of our people and provide real opportunities and pathways for career progression.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s on offer:

• Structured training, knowledge-sharing forums and mentoring opportunities.

• Supportive leaders and clear pathways for career development.

• Collaboration with technical specialists across disciplines and offices.

• Health and wellbeing initiatives supporting physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing.

• Extended leave benefits, including study leave and volunteer days.

• An inclusive, connected team culture with regular social and office events.

InSpiire to build something great

If this sounds like your next move, we’d love to hear from you.

For questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact Spiire.Careers@spiire.com.au.

Apply now or discover more about us at www.spiire.com.au.

Spiire is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people living with disability, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and individuals from all diverse backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially.