About Students@Work internships
The Students@Work Internship program at the University of Melbourne offers real-life work experience where you'll build new skills, develop as a leader and expand your network.
It matches students with on-campus internship opportunities, ranging from three to nine months, requiring 14 to 21 hours a week, including during semester breaks. Since its launch in 2017, the program has successfully placed over 750 students into internships.
Applications open 22 June.
Preparing your application
Get help with your application by registering for an online job application session below. You'll receive application advice including addressing key selection criteria (KSC) from a trained Student Peer Leader. Join online during the session time, note there may be a short wait during busy periods.
Eligibility
Domestic and international students, and students on leave of absence are eligible to apply if they meet the eligibility criteria. Additional eligibility requirements specific to each internship will be listed on the application form.
You must be:
- A University of Melbourne student for the full duration of the program (program ends in December)
- Undergraduate in your second year onward, or postgraduate students
- Living in Australia for the duration of the internship
- Able to commit 14 to 21 hours per week, Monday to Friday for the duration of the internship, including non-teaching periods
- Be joining the program for the first time
- Have a valid employee Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one before the commencement of the internship (once you accept your offer, the University will reimburse the cost)
- Willing to complete the University’s pre-employment checks to confirm your work rights
- Not have more than 3 weeks planned leave for the duration of the internship.
International students: it’s your responsibility to understand your student visa conditions and keep up with any updates regarding your work rights. Find out more at Department of Home Affairs.
Internships help you get ahead
Paid internships
so you can earn money while enjoying on-the-job training [and leadership opportunities] (UOM 4.1 level)
Flexible employment
that accommodates study, exams, SWOTVAC and external internship opportunities
Networking opportunities
and the chance to build a professional community
Tailored professional development
with career support throughout your internship
Convenient on-campus employment
so you can engage in campus life and make use of campus facilities
Melbourne Plus Community Engagement credentials
find out more at Melbourne Plus catalogue
Melbourne Plus catalogueApplication steps
You’ll have access to support during each part of the process to help you put your best application forward and perform well in interviews.
Applications open ahead of each semester and are listed on Careers Online. Listings include the position description, available stream, full eligibility criteria, and instructions on how to apply.
You can learn how to best present yourself and give yourself the best chance of securing an internship by attending the Application Preparation Workshop, run by the Careers and Employability team before each application period.
Students@Work application key dates
Dates are subject to change.
- 15 June 2026
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Application Preparation Workshop
Learn how to prepare an application that gives you the best chance of being selected as a Students@Work intern. This workshop will be held online.
- 22–28 June, 2026
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Applications open
Find available internships on Careers Online.
Fill out the application form and attach:
- Your CV
- Evidence of score of 75 or above on Smart Resume
- Written responses to Key Selection Criteria
Application help
Visit the Career Zoom-in sessions to improve your resume and KSC responses.
- 2–4 July 2026
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Video task
Shortlisted students will be invited to complete a set of questions in a written and video recording format. The video task will be conducted online.
- 7 July 2026
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Interview Preparation Workshop
Learn how to present yourself effectively in Assessment Centres and one-on-one interviews. Shortlisted students will be invited to attend the Interview Prep Workshop hosted by the Careers and Employability team. This workshop will be held online.
- 9–10 July 2026
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Mock Assessment Centre
If selection for your internship includes an Assessment Centre, you will be invited to prepare at a Mock Assessment Centre hosted by the Student Peer Leaders. This workshop will be held online and in-person.
- 13–14 July 2026
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Assessment Centres/Interviews
Shortlisted students will be invited to participate in either an Assessment Centre or Interview. These mandatory sessions will be held in-person.
- 24–30 July 2026
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Selection and offers
If you are successful in securing an internship, we will contact you by email and ask you to accept the offer.
- 20 August 2026
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Induction sessions
Successful interns will be invited to attend a mandatory paid induction session run by the Students@Work team. This workshop will be held on campus.
- 24 August 2026
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Internship commences
Time to make the most of your internship experience!
Internship streams
Every internship is different. We group internships into streams based on operational area and role responsibilities, and all roles include administrative tasks. We'll support you throughout your placement to help you get the most from your internship.
You can apply for any stream you are interested in, even if it’s outside your field of study. Speak with your supervisor if there are particular skills or projects you'd like to work on. You can only apply to one stream per intake (semester). Not every stream is available in every intake.
Stream task and project examples
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- Preparing and reviewing briefs, legal documents, reports and evidence
- Conducting legal research with the ability to offer analysis and interpretation
- Coordinating responses to subpoenas
- Ensure compliance with legislation
- Assisting with preparation of advice
- Providing general legal and administrative support
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- Generating and analysing reports
- Entering data and preparing statements
- Financial modelling
- Audit assistance
- Budget preparation
- Managing records and receipts
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- Recruitment lifecycle support such as creating position descriptions and job adverts, shortlisting and interview scheduling
- Assisting with first-level HR queries from staff
- Workforce planning and reporting
- Budgeting, booking and scheduling training
- Project support work such as note taking, conducting research and creating resources
- General administration support including event management
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- Software, hardware and digital learning support
- Webpage creation and updating
- Web application development and improvement with coding
- System updating
- Asset register coordination
- Identifying, implementing and analysing mechanisms for online evaluation
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- CRM data extraction and analysis
- Visual interpretation and representation of data
- Business Intelligence and reporting
- Data engagement
- Survey reporting
- Market research analytics
- Finance analytics and reporting
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Marketing - Communications
- Website updates and copywriting for print and digital media
- Social media content planning, development and execution
- Interviewing academics/researchers and collecting testimonials
- Newsletter content curation, developing presentations and basic design work (posters and tiles)
- Photography and media scoping
- CRM management
Marketing - Events
- Event planning, logistics and scheduling
- Catering and venue booking, setup/pack-down of events
- Stakeholder and supplier liaison
- Press communication, brand awareness, Invitations and collateral
- Post-event analysis and reporting
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- Developing presentations, communication plans and scheduling
- Branding, communications and social media
- Content development and execution, including filming and interviewing with academics and students
- Campaign coordination, including tracking and reporting
- Stakeholder management
- Basic graphic design for digital and print platforms
- Basic game engine programming and motion graphics
- Website and asset library maintenance
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- Digitisation, reporting and data management
- Research impact analysis
- Report writing
- Collation of research outputs
- Engagement with external stakeholders
- Grants and funding support
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- Administrative project support
- Time management, scheduling meetings, booking locations and taking minutes
- Process mapping, journey mapping, metric coordination
- Focus group and survey coordination
- Risk analysis and preparing reports
- Writing project briefs
- Conducting research
- Creating resources such as Knowledge Articles and user guides
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- Offering architectural, landscape, and urban design support for University projects
- Aiding in building audits and reviewing site/building drawings and documentation
- Conducting research, assembling data, and contributing to campus planning and project management
- Creating visualizations and graphic design material, including diagrams
- Providing administrative support, such as document compilation, communication writing, and minute-taking for teams
- Supporting data collection and analysis for campus planning, design, and development
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- Developing student support programs
- Supporting the delivery of events and programs
- Supporting student co-design activities
- Customer service and interacting with students and academics
- Query management and escalation
- Database management and report writing
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- Interpretation of policy documents
- Policy mapping, analysis, research and development
- Collation of quantitative and qualitative data
- Reporting and recommendations
- Presentation creation
- Proofing
Applications open June 2026
Applications for the Semester 1, 2026 intake open 22 June – 28 June 2026 (dates subject to change).
To receive updates on application opening dates, join our mailing list.
Make your application stand out
Learn how to make your application stand out with the resources below.
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Smart Resume
Improve your resume, online professional profile and pitch with AI-driven feedback to increase your chances of success.
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Careers & Employability Community
Access modules on everything, including tailoring your job application, preparing for an interview and booking a Career Advisor session.
AAGE Top 20 Intern Programs
The Students@Work Internship program has been recognised in the Australian Association of Graduate Employers' (AAGE) Top 20 Intern Programs List for three consecutive years since 2023, highlighting its significance for University of Melbourne students. In 2025, the S@W Program ranked 6th for the large programs category.
The AAGE Top Intern Programs list 2025 was created from surveying over 2,500 interns across 127 member organisations who were engaged in an internship program at sometime across March 2024 – February 2025. Ratings are based on 15 categories including induction and training, quality of supervision, content of work, performance feedback, organisation’s culture and values and social life.
Hear from our student interns
Explore diverse projects and grow your skills
Mariel, Service Improvement/Project Admin intern, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
“I love having a variety in the work that I do – it keeps me excited and engaged.”
Build strong work skills and meet driven individuals
Chloe, Student Academic Support intern, Melbourne Law School
“Being able to work in such a supportive and inspiring environment”
Influence key projects and drive impact
Pranav, Data Analysis and Reporting intern, Research and Enterprise
“Learn from experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful projects”
Expand horizons through collaboration
Jesselyn, Marketing Communications intern, Melbourne School of Health Sciences
"This internship has opened up a whole lot of opportunity for me"
Gain hands-on experience and broaden your expertise
Jason, Human Resources intern, Business Services
“Supportive of both my professional and personal goals”
Get in touch
If you have any questions, feedback or suggestions related to Students@Work, please contact us below.
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