Key information

 

Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Kuala Lumpur and the rich tapestry of Malaysian culture and industry during an immersive six-week internship in the country's modern capital. This program invites you to not only become acquainted with the dynamic cityscape but also to put your skills into practice in a real-world professional setting.

Academic credit

Law students

The internship experience will contribute to one of the following Law units:

  • LAW10016 Professional Experience in Law 1

  • LAW20018 Professional Experience in Law 2

  • LAW30016 Professional Experience in Law 3

Business students

  • International Internship (Extended) 25CP

 

Study areas

Undergraduate and Postgraduate:

  • Arts (Global Studies, History, Indigenous Studies, Philosophy, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, Climate and Social Justice, Criminology, Perspectives on Globalisation, Politics, Power and Technology, Literature and Creative Writing, Screen Studies and Popular Culture, Ethics and Technology)
  • Business (Business Administration, Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Project Management, Public Relations, Event Management, Marketing and Digital Marketing and Sports Management)
  • Design (UX Interaction Design)
  • Information Technology (Business Analysis, Data Analytics, Business Information Systems, Software Technology, Systems Management and Cybersecurity)
  • Law (most areas in law except for Justice and Criminal Justice and Criminology)
  • Media and Communications  (Journalism, Public Relations and Social Media)


Important note:
These study areas are just a guide, and availability of relevant internships depends on many individual factors. Sourcing internships for some study areas and majors may be more challenging than others. If your study area is not listed here, but you are interested in this destination, please let us know and we can confirm with the internship provider.

Note for postgraduate students: Unfortunately, internships are not available for postgraduate students unless they have course-specific project unit on the study plan that can be used for internship experience, given the niche and specific nature of courses and study areas. Postgraduate students should inquire with Swinburne Abroad's Overseas Internships Advisor before applying for a program to confirm availability.

Eligibility

Specific eligibility requirements depend on the academic unit being utilised, but all students must meet these minimum program eligibility criteria:
 

Undergraduate:

  • Completing an undergraduate course in study areas listed above, a Bachelor of Law or a Bachelor of Business course
  • Completed at least 100CP (8 units) or 150CP (if you want to use the International Internship unit)
  • Have an average weighted mark of at least 60% (or satisfy additional eligibility criteria if mark is between 50-60%)
  • Have available space in your course for the applicable academic unit (domestic students may be able overload their degree)
  • Law students must not have completed all 3 Law Placements


Postgraduate:

  • Completing a postgraduate course in study areas listed above
  • Completed at least 25CP (2 units) at the time of application
  • Have an average weighted mark of at least 60% (or satisfy additional eligibility criteria if mark is between 50-60%)
  • Have a course-specific project unit on the study plan that can be used for internship experience (e.g. EAT80003 Professional Practice in Engineering, or Education and Nursing professional placement units).

Batu Caves Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Inclusions

  • Interview and host matching
  • Pre-departure and orientation 
  • Accommodation in shared apartments 
  • Ongoing follow up and support throughout the program
  • Networking events
  • 24-hour emergency support
  • Farewell and debrief
  • Certificate on completion
  • Welcome and farewell events 
  • Swinburne travel insurance (subject to eligibility requirements)


Exclusions

  • Tuition fees associated with the selected unit for internship
  • Airfares
  • Visa application fees (if applicable)
  • Daily living expenses 

Funding

Funding your overseas journey may be easier than you think.

Eligible Australian students can apply for an Australian Government OS-HELP Loan of up to A$9,504 in Asia to help cover costs associated with your overseas program.  Plus, up to $1,263 to complete Asian language study in preparation for your placement in Asia. 

For more information on funding and eligibility see Fee Help and Scholarships.  

Application

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, with places (and scholarships) allocated to the first students to complete a full application and meet eligibility criteria.

Final deadline for applications: 9 September 2024

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