University Paid Internships Program
Get a head start on your future with our University Paid Internships Program.
A PC Internship gives you hands-on paid work experience aligned with what you are studying.
During the program, you will explore career opportunities at the PC. You can also apply for our Graduate Program and other ongoing positions.
Applications for paid internships open in October 2025 for the 2026 summer holiday university break.
What we offer
This program gives you:
- paid work experience in your field of study on a non-ongoing contract
- a competitive APS 3 salary $66,823 per annum for a 4-to-6-week placement period
- a flexible placement during university holidays to help balance work and university studies
- professional development and networking opportunities
- a supportive team environment
- a potential pathway to the Graduate Program.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the University Paid Internship Program, applicants must:
- be an Australian citizen or hold an Australian Citizenship at the time they apply
- be willing to undergo a security and character clearance (which may include completing an identity verification check and police check, and obtaining or maintaining an Australian Government security vetting clearance if required by the role)
- provide evidence of mandatory qualifications (if applicable).