Job Number: 501357
.jobFields label { display: inline-block; font-weight: bold; width: 130px; } .jobFields span.item { display: block; padding-bottom: 5px; }
Work part time - 3 to 5 days a week (Monday to Friday), depending on what suits your study needs
Appointment will be for 12 months or the duration of your undergraduate studies if less.
$38.05 per hour + 12% super (level 1)
Location: Caboolture with local parking and walking distance to train station
The City of Moreton Bay is growing, and so is our commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes for our communities. As we plan for the future, we're looking for passionate university students who are ready to apply their knowledge, build their experience, and contribute to projects that make a real difference.
Whether you're in the early years of your degree or nearing graduation, this is an opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience within our Environmental and Sustainability Planning and Policy team while working alongside experienced professionals.
Roles are suited to:
University students studying Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, Sustainability, or a related discipline
Students seeking practical industry experience alongside their studies
Students looking to build their professional career with exposure to environmental and sustainability planning projects
Passionate individuals interested in creating positive environmental and community outcomes
You'll be part of a team delivering research, policy and planning initiatives that support all aspects of sustainability across the City. Depending on your experience and stage of study, you may:
Assist with research and development projects that contribute to environmental, climate change and sustainability outcomes.
Apply concepts from your university studies to real-world projects and initiatives.
Conduct research, analyse data, and help develop recommendations and solutions.
Prepare reports, presentations, briefing materials and stakeholder correspondence.
Support project delivery while gaining an understanding of professional planning and policy practices.
Work alongside internal and external stakeholders to support projects.
We're looking for Students who are:
Curious, motivated and passionate about sustainability and environmental outcomes.
Currently studying in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, Sustainability or a related discipline.
Good communicators with the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders and team members.
Confident researchers with the ability to gather, interpret and apply information.
Organised and able to manage competing priorities while working independently and as part of a team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other digital tools.
Eager to learn, develop professionally and contribute new ideas to the team.
Position Description_University Student - Planner - ESPP.pdf
Why City of Moreton Bay?
What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.
We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.
This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.
At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.
Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:
See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.
Our Caboolture office has local parking on site and are close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.
Ready for a career that matters?
Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.
As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.
To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at
[email protected].
Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.
City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
Advertised: 04 Aug 2026
Applications close: 16 Aug 2026 23:55
