Student stories
At Swinburne we provide you with the possibility of working alongside a leading employer in your area of study where you will receive credit towards your degree, develop professional skills and gain a real-life overview of your potential future career.
Arts student stories
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Arts and Humanities
Sophie's placement story
Hotglue
Sophie's placement allowed her to channel creativity through social media management, graphic design work and photoshoots.
Business student stories
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Business
Olivia's business placement
The Lumery
Olivia created her pathway into a career through a professional placement while building self-confidence, accountability and teamwork.
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Business
Georgia's internship story
Swinburne University of Technology
Georgia showcased her talents on multiple projects while learning new skills and acquiring credit points along the way
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Business
Alex's internship story
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Richmond
Alex took his skills from classroom and applied them to work to help a US company enter the Australian market.
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Business
Brent's placement story
GSK
Brent’s placement confirmed that a career in HR was for him, but not in the area that he originally thought.
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Business
Amelia's placement story
Swinburne
Read about Amelia's experience working as a Workshop Associate at Design Factory Melbourne, Swinburne.
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Business
Thishara's placement story
Bosch Australia
Thishara’s professional degree has allowed her to study and work full-time for 12-months in Australia.
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Business
Grace's internship story
Richmond Football Club
Grace's internship gave her the essential skills and experience to kick-start her career.
Education student stories
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Education
Ruby's placement story
Early Autism Services
Ruby's three placements, including one in Thailand, affirmed her passion in teaching young children.
Engineering student stories
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Software Engineering
Lily's placement story
NAB
Lily's work at NAB as a software engineer allowed her team to make better informed decisions about products and services offered.
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Civil Engineering and Finance
Fergus's placement story
Metro Trains
Fergus’ placement at Metro Trains gave him an opportunity to learn work and life skill.
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Civil Engineering
Alex's placement story
City of Yarra
Alex's placement helped provide context to the skills he learnt at Swinburne.
Health and Science student stories
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Health Science
Bronte's placement story
Rural Northwest Health
Bronte’s worked across two fields - health promotion and people and culture involving older, younger and LGBTQI+ people and raising awareness about family violence.
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Science
Sahil's placement story
British Geological Survey
Read about Sahil's experience as an environmental chemist during his overseas work placement at British Geological Survey.
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Health Science
Michelle's placement story
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) student Michelle was responsible for assisting with the research process from idea to publication and dissemination.
Information Technology student stories
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Information Technology
Sinviana's internship story
Swinburne University of Technology
Sinviana's internship gave her an opportunity to explore future career options and discover what she enjoyed most.
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Information Technology
Alanna's industry project story
Swinburne University of Technology
Alanna undertook a capstone project and created a working prototype that exceeded the client's expectation.
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Information Technology
Amanda's placement story
Coles
Amanda discovered that she needs to constantly push the boundaries in whatever she does through her professional placement.
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Information Technology
Liem's placement story
National Australia Bank
Read about Liem's experience working at National Australia Bank during his placement.
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Information Technology
Shoaib's internship story
Media Links Australia
Shoaib's internship was the first step towards his career in Australia.
Law student stories
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Criminal Justice and Criminology
Skye's placement story
IBAC
Skye grabbed every opportunity presented to her and did not wait until after graduation to get her name out there.
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Law
Elliott's internship story
CIE Legal
Elliott's internship affirmed how Swinburne had given him a head start with a range of important skills.
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Law
Nicola's placement story
Grey Innovation
Nicola's three work placements boosted her confidence to put herself in new situations.
Media, Communication and Design student stories
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Media and Communication
Ruvinie's internship story
Inner Glow Superfoods Inc.
Ruvinie discovered her ability to quickly adapt as she was travelling across the world on her own.
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Media and Communication
Lucy's internship story
RankONE
Lucy's internship opened her eyes to the industry and led her to the creation of her own food blogging journey.
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Design
Beau's internship story
Resorter
Beau's internship provided him with a seat at the table in a start-up company's decision making.
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Marketing and Communication Design
Gerald's placement story
Swinburne
Read about Gerald's experience within the communications team during his work placement at Swinburne University.
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Communication Design
Michael's placement story
Swinburne Design Bureau
Read more about Michael's experience during his Communication Design work placement at Monash Heart.
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Design
Osama's placement story
Richmond Football Club
Read about Osama's experience interning at Richmond Football Club during his professional design placement.
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Media and Communication
Natalie's placement story
Bendigo Bank
Natalie's placement gave her a significant competitive edge, in the transition from graduation to professional work.
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Media and Communications
Elysia's placement story
Read about Elysia's experience working as Communication Technology Design Officer during her placement at Scope Australia.
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Media and communications
Cindy's placement story
Swinburne
Read about Cindy's experience as a Marketing Officer for PAVE, Swinburne.
PhD student stories
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Doctor of Philosophy
Khulood's internship story
ARRB Group
Khulood's internship gave her valuable experience and knowledge that paved her future as a researcher.
Professional placement student news stories
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- Technology
- University
‘Rewarding’ internships amplify classroom learning
After spending two months working with Swinburne’s Facilities and Services’ Property team, Bachelor of Accounting student Sachin Akarawita has supercharged his Swinburne learning experience.
Friday 17 December 2021 -
- Health
- Science
First exercise and sport science graduates land roles with industry partner
Jacob Simpson and Jessica Toone are among the first cohort to graduate from Swinburne’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and have secured jobs with global physiotherapy and strength training organisation Kieser, one of Swinburne’s industry partners who focus on strength for health.
Wednesday 03 February 2021 -
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Swinburne Alumna celebrates nomination as one of Melbourne City of Literature’s Poet Laureates
Swinburne Alumna, Clare Millar, has been chosen as one of Melbourne City of Literature’s Poet Laureates.Tuesday 15 September 2020 -
- University
Swinburne student starts placement with Bendigo Bank
PR and Marketing student Francesca Franich shares her experience undertaking a 12-month professional placement with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
Wednesday 16 December 2020 -
- Student News
Behind the screens success for professional placement student
Swinburne’s partnership with digital media agency, Hotglue, enables students like Sophie Evans to develop industry skills and knowledge through her 12-month Professional Placement experience.
Monday 21 September 2020
