People & Culture Intern
Wave International
About the Role
Wave International is an engineering and project delivery business servicing the resources, energy and industrial sectors. With a growing footprint and a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and client value, we offer a dynamic environment for early career professionals seeking meaningful impact and accelerated development.
Are you currently studying Human Resources and looking to gain real‑world experience? We're looking for an enthusiastic undergraduate to join our People & Culture Team on a casual basis.
This role offers valuable exposure to end‑to‑end HR operations, including recruitment, employee engagement, workforce experience, HR compliance, policy development, and people‑focused project work. As a People & Culture Intern, you’ll work closely with an experienced and collaborative team to gain hands‑on experience across the employee lifecycle while supporting a broad range of HR activities and initiatives.
This role is ideal for an organised, people‑focused student who is passionate about workplace culture and eager to grow their HR capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with end‑to‑end recruitment activities, including posting job ads, screening applications, and scheduling interviews.
Support onboarding processes by preparing documentation, organising onboarding tasks, and ensuring a smooth experience for new employees.
Maintain HR systems and employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Prepare HR correspondence and documentation as needed.
Assist with workforce wellbeing initiatives across the business.
Support policy updates, HR projects, and process improvement activities.
Provide general HR administration and respond to employee enquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
Students studying Workplace Health & Safety will have the opportunity to support WHS tasks such as updating induction content, assisting with compliance training materials, coordinating training sessions, and supporting audits and recordkeeping. This provides practical exposure to safety systems and regulatory requirements.
About You:
Studying a Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
High attention to detail and confidentiality.
Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset.
Eagerness to learn and willing to get involved in a wide range of HR activities.
What We Offer:
Flexible hours to balance around your study commitments.
Meaningful, hands‑on HR experience.
Support and mentorship from experienced People & Culture professionals.
Exposure across recruitment, onboarding, engagement, compliance, and HR projects.
How to Apply:
If you're passionate about people, culture, and creating great workplace experiences, we'd love to hear from you!
Please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the role. For any queries, please contact talent@waveinternational.com
About Wave International
Industry: Engineering
Organisation Type: Medium Business