Employability

CDEV3400 WIL Placement

Complete an internship directly with an organisation and develop your professional skills.

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Through CDEV3400 WIL Placement, you will gain relevant professional experience, develop your professional knowledge and future-focused skills, all while earning 6 units of credit towards your undergraduate degree.

This course is designed to enable you to apply your knowledge in a real-world work setting with academic guidance and support. It is open to undergraduate students from all degrees, and you can complete an internship with an industry, government, or community partner organisation.

Course content is delivered flexibly online and assessment tasks are designed to help you make the most of your internship, reflect on and showcase your professional experience.

You can source your own internship opportunity or apply for opportunities advertised by Employability.
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Enrolment eligibility

Please note that CDEV3400 is not a self-enrolled course. To be eligible to enrol, you must have:

  • completed a minimum of 96 units of credit (UOC)
  • at least 6 UOC of space remaining in your degree
  • a UNSW-approved internship
CreditsGeneral educationFree electiveFinal Year SynthesisWIL
6 UOCAll facultiesEnquire with The Nucleus: Student HubNot availableEnquire with The Nucleus: Student Hub


Please note:

Please be advised that Employability does not have visibility over individual students' study progressions. As such, we are unable to confirm your eligibility to enrol in the course. It is the student's responsibility to consult with their faculty or academic advisor to confirm eligibility and ensure alignment with their study progression and graduation requirements.

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Internships

There are two pathways to securing an internship for this course:

1. Student-sourced internships

Use the student-sourced pathway if you have secured an internship opportunity that is relevant to your career plans.

Please note your internship must be approved by UNSW to enrol in CDEV3400.

Information about internship requirements and how to apply can be found here: CDEV3400 self-sourced internships

Applications for Term 3 close on 31 August

StepAction
Step 1Secure an internship opportunity that meets the CDEV3400 requirements. Keep a copy of your offer letter, contract, or equivalent document.
Step 2

Complete the UNSW WIL Agreement with the organisation hosting your internship.

 

Please note that the Experiential Learning team will sign/execute this agreement if your internship is approved.

Step 3Complete the WIL Workplace Risk Assessment Form with your internship supervisor.
Step 4

Complete the CDEV3400 Application Form by 31 August 2026.

 

Applications will be regularly reviewed. Please submit your application as soon as you have all the required information and documents.

 

Late applications will not be accepted.

Step 5

Monitor your UNSW email regularly for updates and/or further information requests.

 

Your internship must be approved before you start. For unpaid internships, UNSW public liability and personal accident insurance does not become active until your internship has been approved.

2. Employability internship opportunities

Students can apply for available opportunities through Employability. Internship requirements and recruitment processes may vary. Please make sure to carefully read all available details.

Full details are available here: Opportunities

Frequently asked questions
    • Internship must be hosted by an organisation in Australia that:
      • can provide appropriate supervision and guidance during the internship,
      • can provide a safe work environment,
      • complies with relevant legislation, standards and regulations (e.g., the Fair Work Act),
      • can sign UNSW's Domestic WIL Agreement
    • Internship tasks must provide an authentic work learning experience that is relevant to your degree and/or career plans.
    • Internship length must be at least 100 hours (approx. 14 full workdays)
    • Unpaid internships cannot exceed 150 hours (approx. 22 full workdays)
    • For Term 3 Enrolment: Internship must be completed between 7 September (O-Week Term 3) and 10 December 2026 (Term 3 Exam Period).

  • Yes, as long as the internship meets the CDEV3400 requirements.

    Please note that for unpaid internships:

    • Your internship must provide a genuine learning opportunity that is relevant to your career plans.
    • Your internship MUST be approved by UNSW before you commence. UNSW public liability and personal accident insurance does not become active until your internship has been approved.
    • Your internship must be at least 100 hours (approx. 14 full work days) and cannot exceed 150 hours (approx. 22 full work days)
    • Your internship must be completed between 7 September (O-Week Term 3) and 10 December 2026 (Term 3 Exam Period).

  • Yes, as long as the internship meets the CDEV3400 requirements.

    Please note that for paid internships:

    • Your internship must provide a genuine learning opportunity that is relevant to your career plans.
    • Your internship must be at least 100 hours (approx. 14 full work days).
    • The majority of your internship must be completed between 7 September (O-Week Term 3) and 10 December 2026 (Term 3 Exam Period).

  • You can source an internship opportunity with your current employer as long as it meets the CDEV3400 requirements. Your internship must be distinct from your usual duties and provide a professional development and learning opportunity.
    • SMART Resume: An online tool that provides AI-based feedback on your resume, allowing you to create a new or update an existing resume.
    • Job Boards: UNSW offers two exclusive job boards tailored specifically for UNSW students. Discover hundreds of opportunities, including full-time, part-time, graduate, and internship roles.
    • Resource Hub: Practical guides to support every stage of your career journey, from exploring career options to securing a job offer, can be accessed on Moodle.
    • Individual Coaching: Chat with a UNSW Career Coach who can support you with your career plan and internship search questions.

  • Vision Science students should contact: Nayuta Yoshioka n.yoshioka@unsw.edu.au

  • Co-op students should contact: cooprog@unsw.edu.au