Commercial Considerations

Agreements

As the internship placement forms a component of study embedded in FEIT curriculum, internships through FEIT's Internship Program satisfy the requirements of a 'professional placement' as defined under the University's Professional Placement Policy, Procedure and Guidelines.

For all internships, a formal placement letter agreement must be signed by the relevant University supervisor and an authorised signatory of the host organisation. Three possible agreements are available, depending on the nature of the agreed internship.

Once a payment arrangement is determined, FEIT will arrange and send you  a copy of the appropriate placement agreement to review, sign and return prior to the student commencing their internship, to ensure they are covered whilst on site.

Intellectual Property and Privacy

As mandated by Australian legislation, University staff and students must ensure the non disclosure of Host organisation's confidential information, accessed during the period of the Placement. This is further detailed in sections B and D of the Professional Placement Letter Agreement (PPLA) and Vocational Placement Letter Agreement (VPLA) and FEIT are happy to discuss further if clarification is needed.

Workers Compensation and Insurance

Students undertaking a paid placement will be covered by the Host's WorkCover insurance policy.

The University maintains Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance that covers any liability of the University and the student in relation to the Placement, this covers students on unpaid placements. The host organisation is expected to also maintain appropriate Public Liability insurance.

Occupational Health and Safety

Host organisations must have a commitment to safe work practices, such as a formal Occupational Health and Safety Plan, and must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Vic) 2004. Any disagreements, incidents or near accidents must be reported promptly to the Industry Placement Coordinators. Please ensure all OH&S induction requirements are completed by your intern.