Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning

Student placement and internships

At Adelaide University, we prepare you for your future career by connecting your studies with the real world. Our degrees are co-designed with industry to include placements, internships, industry projects and other work integrated learning (WIL) activities. These are an integral part of your learning, providing real-life hands-on experiences and opportunities to put theory into practice, build your skills, and boost your employability.

Through these opportunities, you’ll learn from experts, explore your career options and gain insight into what it’s like to work in your chosen field. You’ll also develop essential skills like leadership, teamwork and problem solving - so you’re ready to thrive in your future workplace.

Placements and internships by study area

Explore placements and internships information available for your area of study.

Business and Law

Includes the Schools of Accounting and Finance, Management, Marketing, Economics, and Law.

Creative Arts, Design and Humanities

Includes the Schools of Architecture and Building, Communication Media and Journalism, Visual Arts and Design, Performing Arts and Elder Conservatorium of Music, and Humanities.

Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences

Includes the School of Education and Schools of Psychology, Social Work and Social Care, Society and Culture.

Engineering and IT

Includes the Schools of Civil, Chemical, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and School of Computer Science and Information Technology.

Health

Includes the Schools of Nursing and Midwifery, Allied Health and Human Performance, Pharmacy and Biomedical Science, Medicine, Dentistry, and Public Health.

Science

Includes Schools of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences, and Agriculture, Food and Wine.

Are you an employer interested in hosting a student placement?

Want to connect with work-ready students? Hosting a placement is a great way to support future professionals, offer meaningful learning experiences and access a flexible, diverse talent pool.