Graduate program
CIMIC Group invests in future leaders and provides graduates with exposure to a world of experience and expertise.
Build your experience, stretch your skills, strive for excellence and achieve exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities – taking you from today to a brighter future.
Our global graduate program provides the opportunity to learn, develop and gain exposure to some of the world’s most iconic asset, infrastructure and resources projects.
Be part of something bigger.
Applications for our 2027 Graduate Program open on 12 March 2026 and close on 09 April 2026.
To search for opportunities available, please visit CPB Contractors, UGL, Leighton Asia, Sedgman, Pacific Partnerships and EIC Activities, and type in ‘graduate’ in the search bar.
Participants enter the program by working at one of our engineering and construction businesses CPB Contractors and Leighton Asia, our integrated solutions providers UGL and Sedgman, our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships, and our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Opportunities are also available at CIMIC.
As a CIMIC Group graduate, you will receive structured, on-the-job training, guided learning plans and mentoring from our experienced leaders. Over our two-year program, you will experience two 12-month rotations with placements in various roles and projects within CIMIC Group. Having the opportunity to rotate across companies as well as projects provides you with greater opportunities to build your career.
With support for your transition from student to professional from technical experts and mentors, we’ll challenge you with exciting projects and genuine responsibilities. We’ll expand your knowledge with professional development sessions to build your strengths, leadership skills and business acumen. And you’ll be exposed to a variety of projects and companies within CIMIC Group.
Our structured program enables you to:
- build technical, professional expertise and develop individual capability
- access a global network and engage with likeminded graduates, where connection and collaboration are both valued and encouraged
- develop your leadership and networking skills to accelerate your career
- contribute your expertise to CIMIC’s portfolio of large scale, iconic projects
- learn from a global organization that exposes you to industry leaders and technical experts
- follow an exciting career path supported by a strong culture of internal promotion, recognition and opportunities
- work in the challenging, diverse, inclusive and rewarding CIMIC Group environment
- engage with executive and operating company leaders throughout the program to understand the direction and strategy of the business
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply?
Apply for graduate opportunities directly on the relevant company website: CPB Contractors, UGL, Leighton Asia, Sedgman, Pacific Partnerships and EIC Activities.
What is the recruitment process?
- Application: Submit your application with one of our operating companies (CPB Contractors, UGL, Sedgman, Pacific Partnerships, or EIC Activities).
- Review: There will be a review period for the relevant operating company to assess your application.
- Selection: Graduates undertake a screening process consisting of either an initial phone or vide interview followed by a face-to-face interview either in person or via Teams. Some roles may also undertake psychometric testing.
- Offer: Should your application be successful, you will receive an offer from our recruitment team.
Will all graduates get to rotate between operating companies?
We endeavour to ensure all graduates gain exposure to multiple areas of the business. This can be through rotations on large projects or across multiple projects, business units and operating companies.
Will graduates be expected to relocate?
Yes. Where possible we expect our graduates to be willing to relocate temporarily to take advantage of opportunities to progress their development and career.
What happens on completion of the graduate program?
Graduates are promoted into an appropriate operational or functional position once they have successfully completed their program.
To assist you in finding a permanent role, the design of the rotations will give you exposure to different areas of CIMIC Group. Your individual development plan, which is established early in the program, will identify skills to develop over the course of the program.
Who is eligible to apply?
Australian or New Zealand citizens or those who have Australian Permanent Residency status at the time of application. (Passport or evidence of permanent residency is be required).
How will my degree be connected to my work?
You will get the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to a practical setting whilst participating in an ongoing learning program. Practical and technical knowledge attained through the program will assist you to operate effectively within CIMIC Group upon completion of the program.
How will I add value to the company?
Through development sessions to build on your strengths, leadership skills and business acumen, you will be able to bring new insights to how we can innovate and improve. You will also gain valuable insights from experienced colleagues while contributing to your working environment.
