At Swinburne, our students have countless opportunities to get involved whether that be through internships and placements, becoming a peer mentor or volunteering.
Discover what our students have to say about their Swinburne journey
Arts and Humanities students
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Favour's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Arts and Humanities | Business
Favour’s internship took her out of the classroom and into to the world of government relations
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Yazmine's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Arts (Professional Writing and Editing and Public Relations) | Arts and Humanities
A semester exchange program in the U.S. saw Yazmine expand her Media & Communications degree, as well as her independence.
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Khulood's story
Industry experience story
Doctor of Philosophy | Arts and Humanities
Khulood's internship gave her valuable experience and knowledge that paved her future as a researcher.
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Sophie's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Arts (Professional) | Arts and Humanities
Sophie's placement allowed her to channel creativity through social media management, graphic design work and photoshoots.
Aviation students
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Eliza's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Aviation | Aviation
During an industry project briefed by a Singapore Airlines captain, Eliza gained real industry connections that led to exciting career opportunities.
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Raj's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business | Aviation | Business
Three overseas experiences have given Raj the skills and confidence to explore roles and opportunities all over the world.
Built Environment and Architecture students
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Ashley's story
Student life
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architecture) | Built Environment and Architecture
With an advanced diploma from Swinburne, Ashley has become a successful architect of his own future – from classroom learning to industry recognition.
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Ruby's story
Industry experience story
Master of Architecture | Built Environment and Architecture
Find out how Ruby’s industry project with Dal Zotto Wines explored intentional architecture.
Business students
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Jay's story
Student life
Diploma of Business | Business
When searching for a pathway to accounting, Jay found the perfect blend of support, diversity in culture and community at Swinburne’s Hawthorn campus.
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Brayden's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) | Business
Taking his degree to the tropics, Brayden studied his same Swinburne classes at Swinburne Sarawak and explored South-east Asia on his weekends.
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Georgia's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business | Business | Aviation
Georgia showcased her talents on multiple projects while learning new skills and acquiring credit points along the way.
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Alex's story
International student story | Myanmar
Bachelor of Business (Majoring in Finance) | Business
International student Alex is creating a resume employers will want to chat about.
Design students
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Nellie's story
Student life
Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design | Design
With a design diploma from Swinburne, Nellie has reached first place in Australia and competed on a world stage.
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Beau's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Design | Design
Beau's internship provided him with a seat at the table in a start-up company's decision making.
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Erina's story
International student story | Indonesia
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) (Honours) | Design
Energetic Erina talks about all the ways she’s gathering experience for her career.
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Emily's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Design (Interior Architecture) (Honours) | Design
Study tours to Europe and China gave Emily an insight into new cultures, a chance to overcome personal obstacles and friends for life.
Education
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Cadi's story
Student life
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | Education
With support from CareerTrackers, Cadi continues to grow as a young professional. Her warm and hard working nature shines through everything she achieves.
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Ruby's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | Education
Ruby's three placements, including one in Thailand, affirmed her passion in teaching young children.
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Yu-Ju's story
Student life
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment | Education
Transferring her knowledge and skills as a business owner in Taiwan, with Swinburne’s support Yu-Ju now helps other migrants navigate the Australian job market.
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Sujit's story
Industry experience story
Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching | Education
From MBA graduate to kinder program leader – Sujit is making moves in his early childhood career.
Engineering students
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Alan's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Engineering
Alan completed a virtual internship in the world of product design in China without even leaving Australia.
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Wendy's story
International student story | China
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) | Engineering
Wendy graduated with more than two years of real industry experience on her resume.
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Samantha's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Engineering
How Samantha’s internship led to finding her dream career in toy design.
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Tom's story
Student life
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Product Design) | Engineering
Tom was hired before he even graduated from his course.
Film and Television students
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Harrison's story
Student life
Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours) | Film and Television
Harrison started working as an intern for one of Australia's biggest YouTubers. This internship quickly turned into a career.
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Isaac's story
Industry experience story
Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media | Film and Television
How Isaac’s internship launched his filmmaking career.
Games and Animation students
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What it’s like to showcase a game at PAX
Industry experience story
Real industry experience at Australia's biggest gaming convention
See what it’s really like for final-year games and animation students launching their games at PAX.
Health students
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Kamal's story
Student life
Certificate IV in Community Services | Health
Despite facing a tremendous challenge in his younger years, Kamal's perseverance has led him to a rewarding career that benefits others.
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Bronte's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) | 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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Eva-Louise's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Health Science | Health
Eva-Louise was trained to perform and interpret ECG tests, worked in a lab and gained exposure to clinical technologies in industry settings.
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Namita's story
Student life
Bachelor of Health Science | Health
The Swinburne Employability Award didn’t just help Namita build her skills, it started her on a journey of self-discovery.
Information Technology students
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Amanda's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Computer Science | Information Technology
Amanda discovered that she needs to constantly push the boundaries in whatever she does through her professional placement.
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Ben's story
Student life
Certificate IV in Cyber Security | Information Technology
Former head chef Ben pivots from the kitchen with a newfound passion in cyber security.
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Dipesh's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Computer Science | Information Technology
Dipesh enjoyed a virtual internship with Vietnam-based global joint stock company VTI without even leaving Australia.
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Sachi's story
International student story | Sri Lanka
Master of Business Information Systems | Information Technology
Getting a qualification in information technology is an excellent move for international student Sachi.
Law students
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Katrina's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Laws | Law
Katrina's internship gave her a good understanding of what her future job life might be like.
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Elliott's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Computer Science | Law | Information Technology
Elliott's internship affirmed how Swinburne had given him a head start with a range of important skills.
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Skye's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology | Law
Skye grabbed every opportunity presented to her and did not wait until after graduation to get her name out there.
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Anna's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Laws | Law
Anna had the opportunity to work one-on-one with a partner from a Malaysian law firm without even leaving Melbourne.
Media and Communication students
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Elysia's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Media and Communication (Professional) | Media and Communication
Read about Elysia's experience working as Communication Technology Design Officer during her placement at Scope Australia.
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Chloe's story
Study abroad story
Bachelor of Media and Communication | Media and Communication
Chloe’s semester exchange in Canada and internship in London have given her an incredible uni experience and career clarity for her future.
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Ruvinie's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Media and Communication/Bachelor of Business | Media and Communication
Ruvinie discovered her ability to quickly adapt as she was travelling across the world on her own.
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Anna's story
Student life
Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media | Media and Communication
Anna joined Swinburne as an Employability Peer Assistant, supporting students with CV and cover letter preparation and helping them access employability services to become job ready.
Nursing students
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Briana's story
Student life
Diploma of Nursing | Nursing
Leaving a career in the corporate world, Briana finds a way of turning her challenges into changes for good with positivity and tenacity.
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Rachael's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Nursing | Nursing
How Rachael’s placement at the Royal Women’s Hospital got her grad-ready.
Psychology students
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Maddy's story
Industry experience story
Certificate IV in Youth Work > Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic) | Psychology
Maddy put her psychology learnings into practice during her public health clinic placement.
Science students
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Lily's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Science (Professional) | Science
"The professional placement component of this degree was the reason I picked Swinburne in the first place. As a mature age student, I did have the luxury of being able to pick my degree because I wasn’t reliant on my ATAR, so the opportunity to get out of the classroom really appealed to me.”
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Cheyenne's story
Student life
Certificate IV in Science | Science
From being stuck at home during the pandemic, Cheyenne has since propelled her journey beyond the skies and towards the stars.
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Isaac's story
Industry experience story
Bachelor of Science (Professional) | Science
Isaac’s placement experience has allowed him to merge Physics and Finance to create business solutions.
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Chinmayi's story
International student story | India
Master of Science (Network Systems) | Science
With a fascination of internet networks, international student Chinmayi is living her dream.
Trades and Apprenticeship students
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Melinda's story
Student life
Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade | Trades
Melinda was unsure of her future until a lightbulb moment in Year 12 launched her into a trades career from strength to strength.
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Nathan's story
Student life
Certificate III in Carpentry | Trades
Studying a trade can be overwhelming as the path to becoming fully qualified is not always easy – even when pursuing a field that you love.
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Tori's story
Student life
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship – Carpentry | Trades
Tori is a carpentry apprentice who understands the perseverance needed to enter the industry as a woman.
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Michael's story
Student life
Certificate III in Plumbing | Trades
After a career change in his thirties, Michael eventually becomes a fully qualified plumber (and electrician).
