Program Overview

IPP Undergraduate Student Traineeships

The Industry Partnership Program (IPP) undergraduate student traineeships at Macquarie University offer a unique opportunity for employers to engage with students in a structured on-the-job learning program. This program enables employers to identify and train talent while students study, potentially leading to a seamless transition into employment.

Program Overview

The two-year program provides students with mentoring and support as they build technical expertise and professional skills, including:

• Collaborative teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Efficient time management Students in all disciplines develop key skills, such as:
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving
  • Professionalism
  • Digital and data literacy Their discipline studies include:
  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Studies
  • Business Analytics
  • Business Information Systems
  • Cyber Security Governance
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing

Program Structure

Student trainees can work part-time during the session and full-time during the session break. Traineeships are hosted on a 24-month basis in negotiation with the student. Employers are requested to pay students industry award rates or above, with a recommendation to follow the federal minimum pay rates.

Recruitment Process

To recruit a student trainee, employers must confirm and finalize their intention to recruit by October, ensuring the student can commence the traineeship in the new year. The recruitment process varies depending on the degree program:

• For single-degree programs, employers can recruit first-year students who will begin their traineeships in their second year.
• For double-degree programs, employers can recruit second-year students who will begin their traineeships in their third year.

International Students

International students are also eligible for the traineeships and are encouraged to apply. They have the flexibility to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during sessions, with unrestricted work eligibility during session breaks. International students are exceptionally talented and have curricular support to develop their work-readiness.