Year 12 Graduate Opportunities – Cadet Engineer or Junior Draftsperson

Year 12 Graduate Opportunities | Learn, Grow & Work on Real Projects

Role Type: On-site | Permanent | Full-time | Entry Level

If you’re finishing Year 12 and looking for an exciting alternative to full-time university, this is your opportunity to launch your career in engineering or drafting with STP Consultants.

Join STP Consultants as a Junior Draftsperson or Cadet Engineer and become part of our Early Careers Program, where you’ll earn while you learn. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on real projects, receive mentoring from experienced engineers and drafters, and complete your studies part-time while building practical skills that set you up for long-term success.

From day one, you’ll be making a real impact, developing your technical expertise, and building the foundations for a rewarding career in engineering.

At STP Consultants, you’ll be more than just a graduate – you’ll be a valued member of the team from day one, with genuine opportunities to learn, grow and build a long-term career.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous salary package
• Flexible working hours
• Career progression
• Professional development
• Diverse projects
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral and recognition programs
• Australian-owned consultancy with long-term stability

Career Pathways:

1. Junior Draftsperson: Full-time work plus part-time study in an Associate Degree of Engineering or TAFE drafting/design course
2. Cadet Engineer: Full-time work plus part-time study in a Bachelor of Engineering

What You Will Be Doing:

• Apply your learning directly to engineering and drafting projects that make a real difference
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• Participate in company initiatives, culture programs, and engagement activities
• Balance hands-on work with structured study time

About you:

• Finishing Year 12 in 2026 and excited to kickstart your career – no waiting required!
• Curious and driven – you love solving problems and learning how things work.
• Ready to balance study and work – committed to growing both in the classroom and on real projects.
• Eager to learn from the best and gain hands-on, practical experience that sets you apart.

Bring your enthusiasm – we’ll help you turn it into a career.

Program Structure:

• Duration: 3–4 years (drafting/design), up to 8 years (engineering)
• Work schedule: 5 days a week (4 practical, 1 study)
• Study: Enrolled or eligible to enrol in a recognised tertiary course (enrolment not required prior to application)
• Semester breaks: Continue full-time in the office to stay connected

About STP Consultants 

For more than 20 years, STP Consultants has been helping shape communities across Queensland. As a privately owned, multidisciplinary consultancy, we bring together expertise in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire and Seismic engineering to deliver a diverse range of projects across the state.

At STP, our values, Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver and Engage, guide how we work with our clients and support one another every day. Our approachable leaders work alongside our teams, creating a collaborative environment where people are trusted, encouraged to share ideas and supported to grow their careers.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built. One where teamwork, technical excellence and genuine relationships come first, and where our people have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while building rewarding, long-term careers.

Ready for a Career and a Lifestyle You’ll Love? Take the first step towards an exciting career in engineering, gain hands-on experience, and grow alongside experienced professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply or send your CV and cover letter to careers@stpconsultants.com.au.

In your cover letter, please include:

1. Why you want to start a career in engineering or drafting and why STP appeals to you?

Applications close: Friday, 18th September

Learn more: www.stpconsultants.com.au/careers