Bupa Empower to Employ

Frequently Asked Questions

• Am I eligible for the Bupa Employ to Empower Program?

  If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible:

  • Are a currently enrolled student at the University of Melbourne in your second year or above including all post graduate students, at Good Standing and not At Risk
  • Are not graduating before the end 2024.
  • Have necessary work rights to partake in the full-time internship at BUPA (only for the winning team).
• How do I apply for the Program?

  Once applications open on Monday 13 May, you can follow the steps to apply.

  • Step 1: Click on the Apply Now button and submit your completed application. Please note, applications will be shortlisted.
  • Step 2: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit video responses.
  • Step 3: Await final application outcome notice.
• What time commitment is required to participate?

  You need to be available during the following periods:

  • Monday 23 September to Friday 18 October 2024 for Phase 1 and 2.
  • Monday 25 November 2024 to Friday 14 February 2025 for the Internship.
• Can I undertake the internship if I’m on a Student Visa?

  From 1 July 2023, international students can work up to 48 hours every fortnight during term time (exceptions for PhD and master's by research students), and unlimited hours during holiday breaks. For more information on work rights, please visit https://www.education.gov.au/rights-international-students-work

• What is the Industry Engagement Session about?

  In recognition of students' dedication and creativity in the Solution Design Phase (Phase 2), participants will have the exclusive opportunity to partake in a 2-hour Industry Engagement Session with Bupa senior leaders at the prestigious Bupa workplace.

  During this insightful session, participants will engage in enriching discussions  spanning career development, coaching, and what leaders look for when  hiring. This session promises to provide invaluable guidance and inspiration as  participants continue to hone their skills and navigate their professional  journey.

• Are there any fees required for participation in this program / do I receive any payment post program?

  No, there are no fees required for participation in this program. It is an unpaid, extracurricular, skills development opportunity, with a chance for the winning design team to be awarded a full-time, paid 10-week internship at Bupa.

• Can we choose our team and the project brief that we work on?

  No, the matching process will be conducted by Bupa. If there isn’t a project topic that aligns to your area of study and/or interests, we would still encourage you to take this opportunity to explore potential career paths you may not have previously considered.

• Are there any “marks” associated with this program?

  No, there is no mark that you or your team receives. Post program, students will receive a certificate from Bupa and be eligible to apply for Melbourne Plus Recognition.

• Are we located at Bupa’s office?

  The one-day Hackathon will be in-person at the Bupa Headquarters. All other aspects of the program will be held virtually. The Internship will be conducted face to face at the Bupa Head Quarters.

• What if I am unavailable for part of the program?

  We recommend that only students who can fully commit to the Program apply. Please contact student-engagement@unimelb.edu.au with any concerns around commitment.

• How do I communicate with my team?

  Students will be placed into teams and will receive further instructions from Bupa, including details about the project brief, and the email addresses of your team members so you can reach out via email. You may also decide as a team to use other communication tools.