Course overview
The Professions Internship OS Program involves an Internship with a business, not-for-profit organisation or government department based outside of Australia. This provides the student with an opportunity to experience a hands-on international business environment in which to observe and apply their knowledge and skills from their degree. Projects are negotiated between the Faculty and the sponsor within the host organisation, and may include a marketing plan, assistance with accounting or financial reporting, HR and organisational development plans or activities, social and economic development plans, research, business development, customer relations, events management and market entry strategies, or any other negotiated project. As well as undertaking an agreed project, students will be involved in observations, meetings, clerical work and administration, to gain a clearer insight into the day-to-day functioning of the business. Students must complete the program to the satisfaction of their host organisation as well as an academic supervisor to be eligible to pass this course. Internships will be offered to students on merit through a competitive application and interview process. Students must seek approval from the Internships Team for a formal and structured work placement, which is relevant to their studies before undertaking the placement, including participation in pre-placement activities.
Course learning outcomes
- Plan, coordinate and undertake a range of professional activities and engage in reflective practices to facilitate personal and professional growth.
- Apply and practice good communication skills in a variety of professional and/or cultural contexts.
- Evaluate own culture-based assumptions and how they are informed.
- Reflect on how learning has occurred through the overseas internship experience and in relation to personal career goals.
- Articulate the value of international experiences for career and professional purposes.