PPG Graduate Programs & Internships

At PPG, our 47,000 employees in 70 countries bring life to our purpose and promise: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™. We develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 135 years. Through dedication and industry-leading expertise, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. PPG has a long heritage of, and commitment to, innovation, sustainable product development and community engagement. In Australia and New Zealand, PPG is a leading manufacturer of coatings to the automotive, refinish, protective, marine, packaging, architectural and general industrial markets.

Our summer internship program offers a 12 weeks paid experience in which students are given real business projects designed to help discover your strengths. Over the 12 weeks, Students have the opportunity to:

• Discover the skills and attributes required to be successful in the workplace
• Put into practice theories and concepts
• Have exposure to general business skills, including effective communication, team building, prioritising and organising your tasks, problem solving and analytical skills
• Gain exposure to the workings of a truly global company
• Work with market leading products and brands
• Build valuable networks and contacts for future career opportunities

In 2020, we have a number of Internship opportunities for students studying Science, Chemical Engineering, Marketing and Communications. For these opportunities, we are looking for students who are proactive, organised, excellent communicators & great team players. A curious mind and passion for innovation is also highly desired.