What we do: We are the global leader in implantable hearing solutions.
No. of employees: 4,000+ globally, headquartered in Sydney.
The challenge: Learning curve to understand the complex products and nuances.
Hiring interns and grads with degrees in Engineering and Sciences.
We help people hear and be heard. We empower people to connect with others and live a full life. We help transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss. We innovate and bring to market a range of implantable hearing solutions that deliver a lifetime of hearing outcomes.
Are you a penultimate-year STEM student, especially in engineering, looking to kickstart your career with meaningful, hands-on experience? Our dynamic 8-12 week Summer Intern Program offers the perfect opportunity to dive deep into real projects that align with your passions and expertise while receiving a competitive remunerations package (approximately $80,000 per annum).
Upon completing the internship, many of our talented interns transition into our renowned Graduate Program, where you’ll rotate through various business areas, from engineering to sales, marketing, and regulation. Whether you want to specialise in a particular field or explore different areas, this program opens doors to endless career possibilities.
By the end of the program, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a permanent member of the Cochlear team and a future leader in the industry.
Ready to make a difference? Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—apply now and start your journey with us!
Cochlear's Summer Student Program places students into a stream for the entire period of time. Your performance as an intern will determine your suitability as a permanent, graduate employee.
This year, our Summer Student Program involves more teams than ever before and we were therefore looking for the best of the best students.
At this stage, we do not intend to complete Technical assessments. However, this may change due to the competitive nature of our candidates.
Like our experienced hires, we are looking for students who demonstrate our key HEAR behaviours:
At Cochlear, our interns and graduates are crucial to our success. We see you as a key part of our mission, and we’re committed to investing in your growth. If you join us as a graduate engineer, we’ll provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to thrive. Our Leading the Way 50 initiative offers employees hands-on toolkits to foster self-reflection and growth in key behavioural competencies and leadership principles.
We don’t just talk the talk—we walk the walk. Many of our Senior Engineers, team managers, and even directors started as interns and student engineers at Cochlear. Some have been with us for over 10 years and grown to lead key projects and teams.
When you join Cochlear, you’re not just gaining experience; you’re starting a career with endless possibilities. With mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow, we’ll help you turn your potential into a successful career.
Come join a company with a truly purposeful mission, helping people around the world hear and be heard.
Senior Systems Engineer at Cochlear
Master of Biomedical Engineering at University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Firmware Engineer at Cochlear
Bachelor of Engineering Honours at University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Graduate Engineer at Cochlear
Bachelor of Engineering Honours at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
Graduate Engineer at Cochlear
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major at The University of Queensland (UQ)