Career Readiness
Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
Students who as part of their studies take part in The Academy by Deloitte experience will have the benefit of undertaking a paid internship with Deloitte. This internship is designed to shape their business readiness through significant real-world client exposure, access to multiple networking opportunities and relevant professional training.
With global concern about water resources, energy, food, pollution, waste, natural hazards, and climate change on the rise –and the development of new industries focused on developing sustainable solutions–the employment outlook for environmental engineers is excellent.
Students work with industry experts, undertake real-life projects and internships, and develop skills and networks for a successful career.
This degree prepares graduates for careers across a range of fields–including water resources, energy, recycling, pollution, natural hazards, transport, natural resources, infrastructure, defence and information technology–with multinational companies, engineering consulting firms, government departments, water authorities, and research organisations.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Industry Placement
Students are required to complete eight weeks of approved practical experience.
Professional Accreditation
Graduates qualify for professional membership of Engineers Australia .
Potential careers
Natural Resource Manager,
Natural Resource Planner,
Climate and Ecosystem Modeller,
Coastal Engineer,
Conservation Officer,
Consultant,
Consultant Engineer,
Power Distribution Engineer,
Power Generation Engineer,
Process Engineer,
Project Manager,
Quality Control Engineer,
Energy Engineer,
Energy Managers,
Engineer,
Environmental Engineer,
Environmental Management,
Environmental Project Officer,
Harbour / Water Engineering,
Harbour Engineer,
Defence Engineer