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 positions.
At this stage, applications for paid internships are expected to open in October 2026 for the 2027 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 (equivalent to $70,466 per annum) for the duration of your 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 (noting a separate, merit-based recruitment process will apply for ongoing Graduate positions).
Eligibility
To be eligible for the University Paid Internship Program, applicants must:
- be an Australian citizen 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).
