Not-for-Credit Internships
Not for Credit Internships
A Not for Credit internship is a great opportunity to gain professional industry experience if you don't have enough credit points left for a 'for credit' internship subject (ENGR90033 Internship or CHEN90028 Chemical Engineering Internship).
It is suitable if you are seeking short-term opportunities and if you would like the ability to gain experience in several different organisations (you can work at up to three companies).
You should ensure that you can meet the following requirements:
- You will be responsible for sourcing and arranging your own internship
- Work experience must be paid (unpaid internships will not be accepted for Not for Credit)
- Work experience should be relevant to your degree
- You will need to undertake 350 hours of work experience. The 350 hours must be reached within a 12-month period and can include a maximum of three opportunities. Unlike 'for credit' internships, work experience does not need to align with semester/term dates.
- You will need to submit a minimum of three written reflective reports (500 words each) with a minimum of one report at each internship
1 Submit an application for approval
Once you have successfully secured and internship and before you start the internship you must submit your application to the Student Enrichment Team for approval. If approved, your host organisation will be asked to sign the University's internship agreement.
We recommend familiarising yourself with the below forms before submitting, so that you understand what information you need to provide.
Internships in Australia - Submit
We are unable to backdate internships that have already been started or completed. This is due to the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) requirement that Work Integrated Learning experiences at universities are monitored as a duty of care. Within the Faculty of Engineering and IT, we do this through an initial approval and contract process, followed by periodic placement updates.
2 Engineering Practice Hurdle
Once your internship has been approved, you can then use the position for the Engineering Practice Hurdle.
If you successfully meet the conditions, your Engineering Practice Hurdle completion will be automatically registered.
By preparing effectively for an internship, you will increase the likelihood of securing an opportunity that best reflects your personal career aspirations. Key areas to focus on include:
- Creating or updating your application documents (resume and cover letter)
- Spending time to plan, research and prepare to find an internship
Learn more by visiting our page on how to prepare for and secure an internship