Placement arrangements, dates and hours

Can my placement be paid or unpaid?

Monash Sourced placements are generally unpaid. Student Led placements can be either paid or unpaid, subject to the relevant placement requirements and approval process.

Can I complete my placement part-time or full-time?

Placements may be completed either part-time or full-time, depending on the requirements of your unit, the teaching period and the arrangements agreed with your host.

During Semester 1 and Semester 2, placements are generally undertaken part-time as students are often completing other units alongside their internship. Some Industry Experience units may require a greater time commitment and may be undertaken full-time.

For SCI3920, SCI3925 and SCI3501, international students should also consider their student visa work restrictions when planning their placement hours. Student visa holders may be subject to a 48-hour per fortnight work limit. Please check the current rules for working on a student visa, including any applicable exceptions.

Can I complete a placement interstate or overseas?

Yes. Student Led placements may be undertaken interstate or overseas, subject to the relevant approval and placement requirements.

For Monash Sourced placements, we generally aim to source opportunities within metropolitan Melbourne. Occasionally, suitable Science opportunities may be located outside the metropolitan area. If we are considering you for an opportunity outside metropolitan Melbourne, we will contact you first to confirm that you are comfortable with the location and able to travel before progressing with the match.

When can I start my placement?

Your placement must take place within the approved teaching period and you must commence before the relevant census date. Students are encouraged to commence by at least Week 2 where possible. For Summer and Winter teaching periods, students cannot commence their placement until they have completed exams from the previous teaching period. For Monash Sourced placements, the Monash Internships Team will provide the placement dates and ensure they do not overlap with the relevant exam period.

How do I record my placement hours?

You are responsible for keeping an accurate record of the hours you complete during your placement. Your required placement hours must be completed within the approved placement period.

When do I need to complete my placement hours?

Your required placement hours must be completed within the approved placement period, which is generally by the end of the relevant teaching period.

Your placement confirmation email will include the final date by which you must complete your placement hours.

Your working days and schedule should be agreed with your host to ensure you can complete the required hours within this timeframe.