Student Led placements

What is a Student Led placement?

A Student Led placement is an internship opportunity that you identify and secure yourself rather than being matched to a host through the Monash Sourced process. You must still submit a Student Led application through InPlace and the placement must be reviewed and approved before it can proceed.

How can I find my own Student Led placement?

There are a number of ways you can explore potential Student Led opportunities. You may wish to:

• search graduate, internship and employment websites;
• explore professional networking platforms such as LinkedIn;
• check the careers pages of organisations you are interested in;
• approach organisations directly; or
• use your personal and professional networks to identify potential opportunities.

Once you have secured a potential opportunity, you must submit a Student Led application through InPlace. The placement and host organisation must be reviewed and approved by Monash before you commence.

When should I submit a Student Led application?

Submit your Student Led application through InPlace once you have secured a potential placement. Make sure you allow enough time for the placement and host requirements to be reviewed before your proposed start date. Please check the Monash Internships website for the relevant application dates and deadlines.

What if I get a Student Led placement after applying for Monash Sourced?

If Student Led applications are still open, you can submit a Student Led application through InPlace. Please also inform the Monash Internships Team as soon as possible so we can update your Monash Sourced application.

If the Monash Sourced matching process has already commenced, or you have already been matched with or accepted a Monash Sourced placement, you may not be able to change to a Student Led placement.

If you are unsure, please contact the Monash Internships Team before making any changes to your placement arrangements.

Can I complete an Industry Experience placement with my current employer?

Potentially. Placements with your current employer are considered on a case-by-case basis.

The placement should provide you with appropriate industry experience and opportunities to develop skills and experience beyond your usual work. The proposed duties must also be relevant to your course and meet the requirements of the Industry Experience unit.

You must submit a Student Led application through InPlace, and the placement will need to be reviewed and approved before it can proceed.