Jacobs Undergraduate Economist

Imagine the Possibilities

Jacobs is one of the world’s leading providers in technical, professional and construction services. We specialise in architecture, engineering and construction, operations and maintenance, as well as scientific and consulting. As part of the Jacobs Internship Program, you will work on real projects, bids and tenders from the get go. Gaining valuable work experience to build on your theoretical knowledge, our program provides you the opportunity to collaborate with a range of experts and industry leaders to help guide, mentor and shape your career. 

About the Opportunity: Undergraduate Economist

We have a fantastic opportunity for an undergraduate interested in applying their economics knowledge to real life problems.  As a member of the Economics and Strategic Advisory team the successful candidate will take a central role in undertaking research and analytical tasks including market analysis, economic impact analysis, cost benefit analysis, economic modelling, financial modelling and report writing.
To succeed in this role, it is important that you feel comfortable taking on responsibility for your work and interacting with clients as well as writing reports and undertaking technical economic modelling. Day to day tasks include researching the latest thinking on areas of economic thought, providing advice on the benefits of infrastructure projects, writing business cases to help State and Federal government agencies secure funding, and conducting economic modelling of projects with the guidance and support of our senior economists.

About you

At Jacobs our employees are highly sought after for their specialist knowledge and experience in a specific discipline, which allows you to build upon a deep understanding of what is possible and push the boundaries in search of ever more innovative solutions for clients. As an Intern at Jacobs you will gain exposure to a range of disciplines, allowing you to build on the specialist knowledge you’ve gained at university. 

The successful candidate will:

• Complete your degree in 2019 (Economics, or Economics and Engineering)
• Be technically inquisitive
• Possess strong leadership skills
• Have the ability to work independently and in a team to learn from another perspective
• Communicate exceptionally well
• Ask questions and challenge the norm
• Be able to commence on 19 November 2018 and work through to March 2019 
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident

Does this sound like you? 

To be part of the Jacobs Internship Program this summer, apply today!

Please include the following documents so we are able to make an informed decision. Incomplete applications cannot be considered;

• Resume
• Cover letter – tell us about yourself & in which specific discipline you have a passion in and where you see your career developing
• Academic Record
• Working rights - Scan/Copy of a Birth Certificate or Passport (Vevo check if applicable)