Title:  Intern - Traffic Engineering

Salary: VPS 2.1.1 $60,295

• Thrive in a dynamic, high-performance culture where collaboration and community impact are at the heart of what we do
• Supported by a highly dedicated and passionate leadership team
• Unlock exciting career growth opportunities throughout the Victorian Public Service

Company Description

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

About the group

Road Safety Victoria within the Department of Transport and Planning, leads the efforts of all road safety partners to deliver a collective response across government, our industry partners, and the Victorian community to create a safe road environment that supports all road users regardless of mode to make safe choices aimed to reduced road trauma as we work towards the vision of zero deaths on Victorian roads by 2050.

About the Role

*This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2026*

The Road Safety intern position will be based in the School Crossing Risk Assessment Framework (SCRAF) project team within the Road Safety Policy, Education and Partnerships (PEP) branch of Road Safety Victoria. The interns will be provided opportunities to undertake project support activities to implement the SCRAF, a new methodology for assessing road safety risks at school crossings, and to pilot new infrastructure treatments. Interns will be provided with training on the SCRAF methodology and tools, including onsite training to observe how the SCRAF works and practise how to use it in a real live environment.

 To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Provide support setting sites up and assigning councils for data collection.
• Support in reviewing council and traffic survey data.
• Provide over the phone support relating to the use of the apps associated with onsite data collection.
• Undertake research such as a literature review into potential treatments for trial under the Framework.
• Assist in the development and implementation the methodology for trialling a range of road safety treatments.
• Analyse the trial data to produce a report of the outcomes.

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in the role the ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who can present information clearly, logically and appropriately for different audiences. They will enjoy problem solving, use critical thinking to investigate issues and apply a structured approach to finding solutions. The successful candidate will also be confident working with data, presenting insights in a clear and concise way, while identifying trends or anomalies to support informed decision-making.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• Must be currently enrolled in a course at a university (undergraduate, Masters or PhD) with at least 6 months remaining to end of enrolment.
• Must have completed, or are studying a university course relating to civil or transport engineering and be studying or completed a university course relating to user experience design.

Desirable

• Research, analysis and written communication skills.
• Good verbal communication skills.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

If have any issues, click here for Quick Reference Guide on how to apply.

Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 21st of May 2026 

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact Matt Bennett -  Pilot Project Manager via matt.bennett@transport.vic.gov.au  

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Please let us know by phone or email if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you require the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print) due to viewing difficulties or other accessibility needs, we are happy to accommodate.

Salary: VPS 2.1.1 $60,295

• Thrive in a dynamic, high-performance culture where collaboration and community impact are at the heart of what we do
• Supported by a highly dedicated and passionate leadership team
• Unlock exciting career growth opportunities throughout the Victorian Public Service

Company Description

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

About the group

Road Safety Victoria within the Department of Transport and Planning, leads the efforts of all road safety partners to deliver a collective response across government, our industry partners, and the Victorian community to create a safe road environment that supports all road users regardless of mode to make safe choices aimed to reduced road trauma as we work towards the vision of zero deaths on Victorian roads by 2050.

About the Role

*This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2026*

The Road Safety intern position will be based in the School Crossing Risk Assessment Framework (SCRAF) project team within the Road Safety Policy, Education and Partnerships (PEP) branch of Road Safety Victoria. The interns will be provided opportunities to undertake project support activities to implement the SCRAF, a new methodology for assessing road safety risks at school crossings, and to pilot new infrastructure treatments. Interns will be provided with training on the SCRAF methodology and tools, including onsite training to observe how the SCRAF works and practise how to use it in a real live environment.

 To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Provide support setting sites up and assigning councils for data collection.
• Support in reviewing council and traffic survey data.
• Provide over the phone support relating to the use of the apps associated with onsite data collection.
• Undertake research such as a literature review into potential treatments for trial under the Framework.
• Assist in the development and implementation the methodology for trialling a range of road safety treatments.
• Analyse the trial data to produce a report of the outcomes.

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in the role the ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who can present information clearly, logically and appropriately for different audiences. They will enjoy problem solving, use critical thinking to investigate issues and apply a structured approach to finding solutions. The successful candidate will also be confident working with data, presenting insights in a clear and concise way, while identifying trends or anomalies to support informed decision-making.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• Must be currently enrolled in a course at a university (undergraduate, Masters or PhD) with at least 6 months remaining to end of enrolment.
• Must have completed, or are studying a university course relating to civil or transport engineering and be studying or completed a university course relating to user experience design.

Desirable

• Research, analysis and written communication skills.
• Good verbal communication skills.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

If have any issues, click here for Quick Reference Guide on how to apply.

Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 21st of May 2026 

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact Matt Bennett -  Pilot Project Manager via matt.bennett@transport.vic.gov.au  

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Please let us know by phone or email if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you require the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print) due to viewing difficulties or other accessibility needs, we are happy to accommodate.