Key information

Internship provider: FPT University

Location: Hanoi, Vietnam

Dates: 20 June – 1 August 2026

Duration: 6 weeks 

Academic credit: International Internship Unit 25CP or other course-related experiential units

Program cost: A$2,740 (twin share) / A$3,300 (single room) - inclusions and exclusions can be found below.

Funding:

  • A$4,946 or A$9,893 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Application deadline: 5 March 2026

** Limited to 10 places, a minimum of 2 students is required to run the program **

Overview

Supported by FPT University, the program kicks off with a week of orientation, during which you'll learn about Vietnam’s culture and language. Following this, you'll commence your internship at a local organisation, gaining industry experience while savouring Vietnam's incredible cuisine and enjoying its beautiful landscapes.

Study areas

Undergraduate

  • Games and Animation (Limited availability: Games Development, Games and Interactivity)
  • Media and Communication (most study areas limited availability)
  • Business (Available: Business Analytics and Analysis, Human Resource Management, Marketing. Limited availability: Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Management)
  • Design (UX Interaction Design. Limited availability: Photomedia, Communication Design)
  • Engineering (Limited availability: Robotics and Mechatronics, Software)
  • Information Technology (most majors available)
     

Important note: These study areas are just a guide, and the availability of relevant internships depends on many individual factors. Sourcing internships for some study areas and majors may be more challenging than others. If your study area is not listed here, but you are interested in this destination, please let us know and we can confirm with the internship provider.

Note for postgraduate students: Unfortunately, internships are not available for postgraduate students unless they have a course-specific project unit on the study plan that can be used for internship experience, given the niche and specific nature of courses and study areas. Postgraduate students should inquire with Swinburne Abroad's Overseas Internships Advisor before applying for a program to confirm availability.

Eligibility

Specific eligibility requirements depend on the academic unit being utilised, but all students must meet the minimum program eligibility criteria:

Undergraduate

  • Completing an undergraduate course in the study areas listed above
  • Completed at least 100 CP (8 units) if you intend to use a course-specific unit or 150 CP (12 units) if you intend to use the international internship unit
  • Have an average weighted mark of at least 60% (or satisfy additional eligibility criteria if the mark is between 50-60%)
  • Have available space in your course for the applicable academic unit (domestic students may be able to overload their degree)

Fireworks festival in Da Nang, Vietnam. 

Program costs

A$2,740 (twin share room) / A$3,300 (single room)

Inclusions

  • Internship placement
  • Airport pick-up and see-off
  • Transportation for the orientation activities
  • Welcome & Farewell activities
  • Certificate of program completion
  • Excursions
  • Cultural & Enriching activities
  • Accommodation (Twin-Sharing/ Single room at a furnished apartment/hotel)
  • Mentoring sessions
  • Swinburne travel and medical insurance
     

Exclusions

  • Tuition fees associated with the selected unit for the internship
  • Visa expenses
  • Airfares
  • In-country transportation
  • Daily living expenses
     

Funding

Funding your overseas journey may be easier than you think

OS-HELP Loan

Eligible Australian students can also apply for an Australian Government OS-HELP Loan of A$4,946 or A$9,893 in Asia to help cover costs associated with your overseas program. Plus, up to A$1,314 to complete an Asian language study in preparation for your placement in Asia.

For more information on funding and eligibility see Fee Help and Scholarships.

Application

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, with places (and scholarships) allocated to the first students to complete a full application and meet eligibility criteria.

Note: You can only submit an application for one overseas internship program per application cycle.

Final deadline for applications: 5 March 2026
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Information sessions

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