An internship is essentially a way to help a student transition from study to work. It is an incredibly powerful way for students and graduates to apply their learning and gain an understanding of what is needed in the working world.

Internships allow students and graduates to further develop their skills and provide valuable experience that will assist in gaining meaningful employment in their field of study.
If you are new to Australia and are looking for a job, an internship can provide you with local, relevant experience that can help you differentiate yourself from other applicants.

It will significantly increase your chances of getting a job!

An internship:

• Allows you to apply what you studied in university to a real workplace
• Develops your communication skills and confidence
• Gives you the chance to learn how a business works and provides access to hard-to-find opportunities
• Gives you an opportunity to try the career you want
• Builds your professional business networks
• Provides the opportunity to gain references and endorsements

Yes! 

We will work with you to find a suitable internship that contains elements of what you’re looking to do or the skills you’re expecting to develop.

Our internship programs can span from as little as 5 weeks to 6 months depending on the kind of program requirements of any particular intern. Interns can also work which can be anywhere from 3 to 5 days per week.

Anyone!

Just make sure it’s through a university or registered organisation like Outcome Academy.

We think that there are two primary types of internships that are meaningful:

• A 12-week individual Internship that usually requires 20 hours per week part-time if offered during a university semester. These internships can be full-time if offered during the holiday breaks.

• A 12-week group internship in a group that usually requires between 10-20 hours per week part-time.

Both programs are offered either on-site or remotely – where you are located at home (anywhere in the world) working for a company.

Internships can either be paid or unpaid. 

Paid internships typically provide the intern with a salary or stipend for their work, while unpaid internships do not provide any form of compensation.

Depending on your company's geographical location, employers and internship programs are legally required to pay interns at least minimum wage. Some also offer a compensation package including benefits like health insurance, vacation days, etc.

The laws regarding unpaid internships vary by country and by state, with some jurisdictions having stricter requirements for when an internship must be paid. In the United States, for example, an intern must be paid at least minimum wage if the internship is for the benefit of the employer and the intern is not receiving academic credit for the internship. 

When you engage in our program, we will help you understand whether your internship will be a paid opportunity.

Many companies choose to hire interns after their internship period has ended. Your host company has had the opportunity to evaluate your skills, work ethic and fit within the company. 

Make the most of your opportunity! 

But, it is important to note that while internships are designed to provide students or recent graduates with work experience, they are not a guarantee of employment. Employers should always follow their standard hiring procedures and should not make any promises of employment during the internship period.

Companies eligible to host internships span a diverse array of industries, including:

• Technology and software development
• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing and advertising
• Healthcare and medicine
• Engineering and manufacturing
• Law and legal services
• Non-profit and social impact organisations
• Media and entertainment
• Retail and e-commerce
• Education and research institutions
• And more

Any business offering on-the-job training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to students or recent graduates can qualify as a host company.

Typical responsibilities for interns include:

• Assisting in research and data analysis
• Contributing to marketing and advertising initiatives
• Engaging in project design and development
• Providing support for day-to-day company operations
• Shadowing and learning from seasoned professionals
• Participating in meetings and recording minutes
• Managing administrative duties like scheduling and file maintenance
• Creating presentations, reports, and related materials
• Offering assistance to customers or clients

• Other duties depending on the company and program

Interns typically undertake tasks that enhance their skill set and knowledge in their respective fields of study, all while aiding the company's operational objectives. They receive mentorship from a supervisor or manager who guides, provides feedback, and supports them throughout the internship.

It is completely up to you – but we are here to guide you through the process. 

Paid internships typically provide the intern with a salary or stipend for their work, while unpaid internships do not provide any form of compensation.

Depending on your company's geographical location, employers and internship programs are legally required to pay interns at least minimum wage. Some also offer a compensation package including benefits like health insurance, vacation days, etc.

The laws regarding unpaid internships vary by country and by state, with some jurisdictions having stricter requirements for when an internship must be paid. In the United States, for example, an intern must be paid at least minimum wage if the internship is for the benefit of the employer and the intern is not receiving academic credit for the internship. 

When you engage in our program, our team will help to determine the kind of program that is right for you. 

Our internship programs can span from 5 weeks to 6 months depending on the kind of program requirements of any particular intern. Interns can also work anywhere from 3 to 5 days per week.

Yes!

Many companies hire interns after their internship period has ended. They have had the opportunity to evaluate the intern’s skills, work ethic and fit within the company. Hiring an intern who has already been trained and familiarised with the company’s operations can save the company time and resources in the recruitment process.

Note that while internships are designed to provide students or recent graduates with work experience, they are not a guarantee of employment. Employers should always follow their standard hiring procedures and should not make any promises of employment during the internship period.

Keep in mind any legal requirements and regulations regarding the hiring process and the intern’s status. Some countries have laws that govern internships and the rights of interns, so it’s important to be aware of those laws and ensure compliance with them.

Yes!

Many companies choose to host multiple interns at once, especially if they have a large number of projects or tasks that require additional support. This allows the company to benefit from the energy and skills of multiple interns, while also providing more opportunities for the interns to learn and grow.

If you decide to host multiple interns, it is important to have a clear plan in place for how they will be supervised, mentored and trained. This may involve assigning specific tasks or projects to each intern or dividing the interns into teams with a designated team leader. It’s also important to make sure you have the resources and infrastructure to accommodate multiple interns, such as enough office space, equipment, and software.

The Victorian Government’s Digital Jobs program is building the state’s digital workforce by training and upskilling mid-career Victorians to transition into digital careers.

The program is helping up to 5,000 mid-career Victorians complete 12 weeks of industry-backed training. Participants also have the opportunity to apply their new digital skills in a 12-week digital job placement with a Victorian business.

Digital Jobs work placement opportunities are advertised through the InternMatch platform.

You must successfully complete your 12-week training course to be eligible to undertake a Digital Jobs work placement.  The 12-week work placement opportunities offered through the program are typically entry-level roles paid at the minimum wage.  You will be able to nominate for placements that interest you and if shortlisted, may be invited for an interview with the employer.

Not all participants are looking for a work placement.  Digital Jobs also provides a suite of employability resources including workshops, career coaching, technical mentoring and online training to support participants applying for digital jobs that are more widely available.

• AI/Machine learning
• Cloud computing
• Cyber security
• Data analytics
• Digital marketing
• Product management
• Project (agile) management
• IT support
• Web development
• User Experience (UX)/ User Interface (UI)
• Software development/Programming
• SAP finance fundamentals (S/4HANA)
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) using Salesforce

• 1:1 Technical mentoring sessions
• 1:1 Resume Coaching
• Employability webinars
• Access to entry-level work placement 
• Access to the Digital Jobs Hub
• Access to the InternMatch platform 

The program is fully funded by the Victorian Government, so there’s no cost to apply or participate in the program.

• You must be a Victorian resident
• You must be an Australian citizen, or permanent resident, or have a valid visa to allow you to live, work and study without restriction in Australia for at least the next 12 months (certain visa types are ineligible; for example, student visa holders – subclass 500 – are not eligible for this program)*
• You must be over 30 years of age with five+ years of work experience; OR 10+ years of work experience if you are 30 years or under (years in total; not necessarily consecutively)
• Have not previously undertaken Digital Jobs training beyond week 1

You will need to be comfortable conversing and writing in English. Familiarity with Microsoft Office is also required; common tasks like carrying out computer updates and using collaboration tools will help you succeed. You should be able to confidently navigate the internet and use online services.

* Visa conditions are subject to change by the Australian Border Force at any time which may regrettably impact on your application. Please review the conditions of your visa carefully before making an application.

We provide work-integrated learning internships. If you don’t have a unit integrated into the internship, we can provide the unit for students during the internship.

• Work-integrated learning internships help students understand the practical applications of what they learn in their academic studies, making their coursework more meaningful and relevant.

• Having internship experience on a resume c demonstrates a commitment to the field and relevant experience, which can set a candidate apart in a competitive job market.

• Interns gain a deep understanding of their industry, including current trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities.

• Work-integrated internships enable students to establish valuable professional connections within their chosen field.

• Work-integrated internships provide students with real-world, hands-on experience in their chosen field.

• Internships offer opportunities to develop and enhance a wide range of skills, including technical, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and time management skills. 

The Global Employment Challenge was developed to address the issue of youth unemployment on a global scale, with special emphasis on Africa. It was also created to solve the global skills shortages being experienced by companies internationally.

Our mission is to place 10 million African tertiary-qualified graduates into jobs with international companies by 2035. 

The program combines training to improve job readiness and employability, with opportunities for young people to gain hands-on work experience to build their professional networks. The Challenge also aims to improve the economic prospects and well-being of young people around the world.

The primary beneficiaries of the Global Employment Challenge are recent graduates, students, and those who are looking to enter the workforce for the first time. The Challenge is designed to provide support and opportunities for these individuals to find jobs, build their careers, and improve their economic prospects.

However, the other beneficiaries of the Global Employment Challenge are the companies that employ these young people as part of their workforce. The companies that have taken ‘the step’ to support Africa have not looked back. They have enjoyed the benefits that have come from empowering a deeply committed workforce, and have profited from the relationship in more ways than one.

• Front-end Software Developers 
• Back-end Software Developers 
• Data Analysts 
• Cloud Computing Engineers
• Digital Marketers 
• Manual & Automated Testers 
• IT Support & Help Desk 
• Project Assistants
• CRM Administrators 
• Data Managers 
• Operations Assistants 
• Business Analysts

If the role can be done remotely, we can find you amazing Talent.

We want to develop a sense of community with the talent but also provide a secure and stable working environment. We have achieved this by providing access to state-of-the-art facilities in shared office environments across Nairobi, Kigali, Durban and Cape Town. These facilities have high-speed internet, reliable electricity and hardware infrastructure.

As a truly global program, we offer full flexibility on the start times for Talent. Ideally, we want as much overlap time with supervisors as possible to ensure productivity and development goals are achieved.