Women In Construction Internship – Bank Street Park

Company Description

Are you interested in building a career in the construction industry?

With over a century of heritage in Australia, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape.  We seek motivated individuals looking to gain practical experience and exposure to a construction project for a paid internship program on the Bank Street Park project, funded through the NSW Government Women in Construction program and delivered by BESIX Watpac on behalf of Infrastructure NSW. 

This three-month internship program has been established to support workforce development and create opportunities for women within the construction industry and provide participants with valuable hands-on experience, mentoring and insight into a range of career pathways available across the sector.  Whether you are looking to begin your career in construction, transition from another industry, return to the workforce, or gain practical experience to complement your studies or existing skills, we encourage you to apply.

Successful applicants may be placed with BESIX Watpac or participating subcontractors and consultants engaged on the Bank Street Park project.

Job Description

Interns will work alongside experienced industry professionals and gain exposure to the delivery of a legacy infrastructure project.

You may be involved in:

• Project coordination and administration
• Construction planning and delivery
• Site operations and project support
• Design and consultant coordination
• Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives
• Stakeholder engagement and communications
• Project reporting and documentation
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

This internship will provide practical experience and an understanding of how construction projects are planned, managed and delivered.

Qualifications

Applications are welcomed from people of all experience levels who are passionate about building a career in the construction industry.  Holding or obtaining a General Construction Induction Card (White Card) prior to commencing the internship will be mandatory. 

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Interested in pursuing a career within the construction, infrastructure or built environment sectors
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Reliable and professional in their approach
• Strong communicators with good interpersonal skills
• Able to work collaboratively within a team
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities
• Willing to take initiative and contribute positively to the project team

Additional Information

This internship will offer:

• Practical experience on a construction project
• Exposure to a variety of career pathways within the construction industry
• Mentoring from experienced professionals
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Industry networking and career-building experience

Applications close 2nd September 2026 at 5pm with a commencement date of 21st September 2026. 

This is an exciting opportunity to develop new skills, gain industry experience and contribute to a legacy infrastructure project.  Apply now and take the next step in your construction career.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported, and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best. 

Bank Street Park is proudly funded by the NSW Government.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.