Professional Internship Specialisation

Notes

Important notes

• Internship requirement

  The internship specialisation provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in a minimum of 450 hours of meaningful learning in a work setting. Students complete two 30-credit point internship units, each requiring a minimum of 225 hours of work-based learning. The 225 hours are completed on a part-time basis over one semester, with the second internship unit completed in the following semester. Students will undertake projects and tasks in the work setting that are related to their course learning outcomes. Internships will be secured through the work-integrated learning team, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis.

  Attendance requirements

  Students are required to attend host organisations to complete their learning in a work setting. Hours will be organised on an individual basis and host organisations may require students to attend after hours and on the weekends. In addition to their time in the work setting, students may be required to attend virtual and/or face-to-face sessions as instructed by the Unit Coordinator.

  Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required

  Students must complete the relevant risk management documentation prescribed by the work-integrated learning team, in accordance with ECU policy and procedures. Students should be aware of any work-related restrictions in their visa conditions, if applicable. They must also provide any documentation required by their host partner, including police clearances and immunisations. Required documentation is likely to vary across host organisations.

  Professional practice rules

  Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in the work setting and adhere to the host organisation and/or industry's Code of Conduct. They are also required to meet the requirements outlined in the SBL WIL Guidelines for Students’. Host organisations are expected to the meet the requirements outlined in the 'SBL WIL Guidelines for Collaborators'.

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.