EMM Graduate Development Program 2026

Description We’re creating opportunities for… We’ve created opportunities for graduates to join several of our teams across Australia, starting in March 2026 : Transport Engineer – Sydney Ecologist – Sydney or Newcastle Ecologist – Brisbane Who is EMM? We are a diverse group of technical experts, dedicated to delivering solutions that drive positive environmental, economic, and social impact while creating long-term value for our clients. As an international team of 300+, we work across 9 locations to deliver projects that span diverse sectors including mining, major infrastructure and renewables. What makes EMM? Whether you bounce, roll or fall out of bed, we want you to get joy out of your work. We want to help you create your own path so you can bring your best self to every day. A place where you can belong, and connect, and thrive. At EMM, creating opportunities is our company purpose. Translating our purpose into day-to-day experience and career growth for individuals is what we strive to do. For our clients, creating opportunities is not just what we do but how we do it. It’s challenging the norm to innovate and solve important and complex challenges our clients and communities face today and into the future. Thanks to our team of knowledgeable, business savvy innovators and problem solvers, we were honoured to be recognised in the 2025 Beaton Client Choice Awards. Unlike many industry awards, the Client Choice Awards are judged solely on client feedback. That’s what makes this recognition so meaningful : Best Built & Natural Environment Consulting Firm (> Most Trusted Firm : Built & Natural Environment Consulting Best Provider of ESG Services : Built & Natural Environment Consulting $30M revenue) About the program : “The program has helped me to realise that I am not alone, this has given me the confidence to learn and ask the right questions”. – Lydia Kunaka, Graduate GIS Analyst We have a dream of nurturing and growing exceptional people for our industry. Our Graduate Program will stretch and challenge you to explore and experiment, to listen and absorb, to be curious and have a voice. You’ll join a 2-year program which officially kicks off in February, when all year 1 and 2 graduates will gather for a 2-day residential in Sydney. This is your chance to connect with your fellow graduates, as well as some of our incredible leaders who will support you through your journey. How you’ll learn and grow : Your development will include formal training, coaching, mentoring, sharing of internal knowledge and experience, and on-the-job learning. You’ll experience a range of integrated, challenging and targeted learning opportunities including : Involvement in real projects to learn fundamental industry skills and knowledge Information and Q&A sessions with key employees, leaders and past graduates Regular meetings with your Team Leader and mentors Formal performance and development reviews to track and progress towards key development milestones Participation in external networking activities relevant to your position / qualifications such as Engineers Australia or local young professionals networking group. What else can you expect? “The graduate program offers opportunities to learn about the roles of other disciplines within the company. It also provides guidance on career progression and reassurance to help manage the pressures of starting in the workforce.” – Fan Fang, Graduate Transport Engineer Flexibility : If you can do your job just as well (in some cases better) from another location, why not? EMMers work from our offices, their homes, on client and project sites. FlexEMM allows you to find your own rhythm. Multi-disciplinary Teams : Working within our international delivery model will give you access to a wider range of projects and teams beyond your own technical expertise. Pursuing your interests : You’ll have flexibility in the projects that you work on – there is opportunity to pursue and align work to your interests. Project Diversity : The diversity of our markets, clients and projects allows our team to make meaningful contributions to people and the environment. You’ll work on projects across renewables, large infrastructure, mining to name a few What will you bring? “It is clear that people at EMM deeply care about their roles, and how they contribute to the team. People are motivated to deliver work to a high standard, with a high level of attention to detail.” – Inga Mueller, Graduate Ecologist Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field Passion and enthusiasm for problem solving Experience gained through an industry placement or internship is beneficial. Willingness to learn, share your knowledge with others and be part of our amazing team Respect, Integrity and Humility – our EMM Values If you’re looking to be part of a team that values innovation and empowers you to make a real impact, EMM could be the place for you. How to apply? Submit your application including CV, cover letter and university transcript. Keep an eye out for an email prompting you to answer a few short questions. Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that looks like the world around us — and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Please note we can only consider applicants with a legal right to work in Australia Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position Company Overview EMM Consulting is a leading employee-owned environmental consultancy operating from nine offices and various satellite locations across Australia and Canada. We believe that a sustainable future is achievable, and we are dedicated to helping our clients and the community make it a reality. We talk about purpose, not ‘work’. We’re committed to creating opportunities for career growth and an environment where teamwork is pivotal, diversity is embraced, and employees are celebrated for their strengths. #J-18808-Ljbffr