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CQUniversity’s internship program is a cornerstone of our commitment to preparing international students for successful careers. We’re proud that many of our students have gone on to secure employment with their host organisations after completing their internships.
The growth in enrolments for courses with internships are indicators that students increasingly value real-world experience as part of their studies. It also confirms we’re on the right track in supporting their career goals.
In the 2023 International Student Barometer, our students have placed us well above the Australian university average satisfaction rate in their career goal preparation. In the Learning Experience category, some of the aspects they were particularly satisfied with include careers advice, employability and opportunities for work experience.
CQUniversity works with Internships Providers to source internships for eligible students.
Our providers have partnerships with thousands of host companies with opportunities to suit every discipline.
Previous host organisations have included:
Follow the appropriate Internship Planner for your Course, you must have completed all other units prior to the term of the internship.
For more information please email:
School of Business and Law – WIL-SBL@cqu.edu.au
School of Engineering and Technology – WIL-SET@cqu.edu.au
During my internship, it was a great experience working with different minds, which has enhanced my overall skills. I took the best decision ever to study with CQU and secured a job from my internship.
Muhammad Ahsan Ahmed
Master of Management for Engineers | Pakistan
During my internship at a website marketing company I designed and developed a platform that had never been implemented before. It was such a great opportunity, which I am proud of. I enjoyed this kind of job, which reflects on my learning curve and performance as a professional.
Praphat Chungyampin
Master of Information Technology | Thailand
My internship changed my life and career. I received real-life experiences and chances to network. I learnt a lot from senior employees through interactions. I grew more confident and improved my self-esteem. I hope every CQU student takes this opportunity.
Tshering Choki
Master of Management for Engineers | Bhutan
During the first term of study, students will be contacted via email to inform them of the Internships Program.
This email encourages interested students to contact the Course Advice team to develop a modified study plan that includes the internship. At the beginning of the term, prior to the internship term, students will be invited to apply for the internship via an email with a Student Internship Agreement form. This form must be completed and submitted by week two of the term prior to the internship term.
If a student has not received one of these emails or has been granted advanced standing, therefore altering their study plan, they should contact the Internship team to discuss the application process via internships@cqu.edu.au.
Students undertake the internship in the final term of their program as per schedules listed in the document ‘Internship scheduling’.
Students generally undertake the internship in the final term of study, with the exception of Master of Engineering (CV82) students. Please contact the Course Advice Team or access the correct study plan via the following Course Planners.
Yes, in most cases you will need to study in Term 3; however, if you have been granted advanced standing, you should discuss this with the Course Advice team.
For CV82 Master of Engineering, if the student has reduced study load or previous failed units, the student may require to undertake the internship unit in Term 3.
Yes, in most cases you can. However, if you are enrolled in a postgraduate Business program you must have at least two electives (12 credit points) available to undertake the internship.
You should keep this in mind when applying for credit/advanced standing and discuss your options with the Academic Pathways team and the Course Advice team
The are no extra fees to undertake the internship, you will pay the normal fee for a 12 credit point unit.
Note: the internship in School of Business and Law is taken in place of two 6 credit point elective units and in ICT and Project Management courses it replaces the 12 credit point capstone unit.
No, the internships are unpaid.
Students will attend the workplace typical office hours, Monday to Thursday for a ten/twelve-week period. Fridays will be devoted to completing the academic assessments and attending assessment workshops required by the various internship units.
The internships units for Business, Information Technology, Information Systems and Project Management require students to have successfully completed all other units on the first attempt. If you have experienced a fail, you are no longer eligible.
CV82 Master of Engineering students need to achieve 36 credit points and pass a compulsory unit – ENEG 20001 (Australian Engineering Practice).
It is recommended students interested in the internship program follow the appropriate internship pathway course planner including term 3 study.
The internship must be undertaken on its own in the final term of study, failing to follow the appropriate planner risks non eligibility in the internship program.
Yes you are, as long as you are still able to complete the course as listed in the course schedule within the period of your visa.
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