Student & Researcher Opportunities

Student INTERNSHIPS, PLACEMENTS & PROJECTS

Undertake an internship or work placement with an industry partner and learn on-the-go with Work-Integrated learning aligned with your area of study. The Defence Trailblazer’s recently launched Student Placement & Projects Program provides opportunities for students to engage with industry as part of their undergraduate or postgraduate university learning.

Develop your skills, learn from experienced industry professionals and gain work experience in a real-world setting. Allowance(s) may be made available to support students while on placement, and constructive feedback will be provided to encourage professional development and continuous progress.

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HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS

All Defence Trailblazer student research scholarship opportunities are now filled.

The Industry Research Program (IRP) provides an opportunity to work on defence industry led research projects that have been developed in consultation with our industry partners and leading academics.

Learn more about the program's success Explore past DTB opportunities

 

FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES

For those interested in working on a higher degree research project that is developed in consultation with industry, we encourage you to explore the Australian Government’s National Industry PhD Program (NIPhD).

Find out more about the NIPhD Program