2026/27 Engineering Vacation Student Program

Join us on our Engineering Vacation Student Program for 2026/27

Kick-start your engineering career by joining the DOF Australia Engineering Vacation Student Program for 2026/27. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work on real projects, and be part of a global leader in the offshore energy industry.

We are offering a 12-week paid Summer placement for enthusiastic, curious, and forward-thinking engineering students. Throughout the program, you’ll gain practical experience across both our Project Engineering and Design Engineering teams, contributing to real subsea engineering work.

At DOF, we are deeply committed to developing future talent. We recognise that our ongoing success depends on today’s aspiring engineers—and we’re excited to invest in your journey.

Disciplines We’re Seeking

We are seeking applications from people studying the following disciplines, recognised by Engineers Australia for professional membership:

• Ocean Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Naval Architectural
• Civil/Structural Engineering

About the Opportunity

As a Vacation Student, you will support the safe execution and delivery of engineering activities on real underwater intervention projects. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll gain exposure to our advanced subsea fleet and offshore operations.

This unique experience will provide valuable insight into the subsea construction industry and leave you with practical skills and knowledge to support your future career.

• Currently in your 3rd Year or Penultimate year of study in Engineering or Naval Architecture
• Proactive with demonstrated initiative in your studies, work, or community
• Passionate about your chosen discipline and eager to learn
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with others
• A strong communicator with analytical thinking skills
• Aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence – and above all, Safety

Who we are

DOF is a leading provider of integrated marine and subsea services to the global offshore energy market. We combine expertise, assets, and technology to execute integrated subsea and offshore operations safely, and reliably - every time.

With a multinational team of approximately 6,000 people and a fleet of modern offshore/subsea vessels, we support our partners with global reach, scale, and industry-leading capability. Our operational centres and business units are in Norway, Denmark, UK, USA, Singapore, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Angola, Philippines, and Australia.

At DOF you join a trusted global organisation where safety, teamwork, and integrity come first. We offer strong career growth, supportive development, and a culture that values inclusion, recognition, and connection. Build a meaningful career in a workplace that puts people first.

Program Details

• Duration: 12 weeks
• Dates: 16 November 2026 – 12 February 2027
• Location: Perth CBD

Application due date: July 21st 2026

Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately and may be conducted prior to the closing date, we encourage you to apply as soon as you are able.

DOF reserves the right to close the position earlier than stated if required.

At DOF, we believe in providing our employees with a supportive and enriching work environment. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as part of our team:

• Worldwide Fleet: Be a part of our global operations and gain exposure to a diverse range of projects
• Career Exposure: Meaningful project work that provides you with valuable hands-on work experience
• Companies are their people: Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and above all we are SAFE - Our values interact with each other, shape our remarkable team and are embedded in our policies, our code of business conduct and guide our strong safe and ethical culture
• Remuneration & benefits: Paid 12 week vacation opportunity with paid leave entitlements
• Supportive and diverse team environment: DOF’s Engineering department has a supportive, diverse and collaborative local and international team.

Please apply by submitting your Resume with motivational Cover letter & Academic Transcript, no later than Tuesday July 21st 2026.

Only shortlisted applicants with full Australian working rights will be contacted to discuss their application.

DOF is an employer who embraces Equal Employment Opportunity and promotes diversity in our workforce. We encourage people of all ages and backgrounds, including Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply.