Professional Internship Specialisation

Notes

Important notes

• Internship requirement

  This internship program comprises two units. These units concentrate on the development and application of professional capabilities important to the students' chosen profession and developing an awareness of professional conduct within the Australian work context. Students will develop a professional portfolio which will help demonstrate to potential employers their developed skills and suitability for employment. The program also provides an opportunity for students to apply their disciplinary knowledge and demonstrate leadership and autonomy in the research, planning, design and implementation of a program of work which is related to their postgraduate degree studies. During this internship, students are expected to demonstrate evidence of professional conduct, initiative and professional leadership at the standards expected by industry, as well as demonstrate a capacity to work effectively in a team-based environment.

  Attendance requirements

  Students are required to complete 450 hours in their internship. This is typically completed over two semesters (225 hours in one semester, followed by 225 hours in the following semester). A request can be submitted to the WIL team to complete both units (the full 450 hours) in one semester. In addition to the 450 hours of work, students may be required to attend on-campus or virtual preparatory and end of semester seminars, as instructed by the Unit Coordinator. Internships and partners will be secured by the School of Business and Law Work Integrated Learning (WIL) team,or can be organised by the students themselves. Any opportunities secured by students will be vetted to ensure they can provide a meaningful learning experience. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis

  Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required

  Procedures will be in place to ensure that enrolled students have any necessary clearances in place prior to their internship. Students will be advised of these requirements during the recruitment process. The management of risk is addressed in the induction process and by the host organisation.

  Professional practice rules

  Enrolled students will be issued with guidelines which outline the expected code of conduct and responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate using initiative and personal and professional leadership in a professional environment.
2. Demonstrate a capacity for working both autonomously and as part of a team with accountability and effective problem-solving skills.
3. Apply discipline knowledge through the research, planning, design and implementation of a relevant work-based project in a professional environment.
4. Illustrate evidence of professional conduct and effectively contributing to the work environment.