Year In Industry Internship Program
Kickstart your career with ANSTO through our Year in Industry Internship — a structured, full‑time program designed for penultimate‑year undergraduate students. The internship provides the opportunity to apply university learning in a real‑world research, technical, operational or corporate environment, building practical experience ahead of the final year of study.
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About the internship
The ANSTO Year in Industry Internship provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nuclear science and technology while contributing to meaningful projects across the organisation.
This structured internship enables students to develop practical capability aligned to their field of study while gaining exposure to ANSTO’s unique research, technical, operational and corporate environments.
Interns are embedded within a team and supported through:
• on-the-job experience on meaningful projects
• exposure to operational and research environments
• guidance from experienced professionals
• structured support from their Host Supervisor and ANSTO Program Lead
What we offer
• A structured, full time internship aligned to your field of study
• Meaningful project work within ANSTO
• Exposure to real world applications of science, engineering and corporate disciplines
• Professional development and workplace learning
• Access to ANSTO’s facilities, expertise and networks
Disciplines
We recruit students from a range of disciplines aligned to ANSTO’s workforce needs. Opportunities may include science, engineering, technology, business and corporate disciplines and will vary by intake. Applicants should refer to the relevant job advertisement for the disciplines being recruited for that intake.
How do I apply?
All applications must be submitted online via the ANSTO careers website. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Applicants are encouraged to review the information on this page and the job advertisement, including eligibility requirements, disciplines and key details about the recruitment process, before applying.
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What happens next
Following the application closing date, applications will be reviewed against eligibility, internship requirements and role requirements. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to participate in further selection activities, such as interviews or assessments. Successful applicants will then progress through pre-employment checks, offer and onboarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should apply?
The Year in Industry Internship is suited to students who are looking to apply their university learning in a practical workplace environment, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain experience in a research, technical, operational or corporate setting. Applicants should be motivated to learn, able to work full-time for the duration of the internship, and interested in contributing to ANSTO’s work in nuclear science and technology.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
• be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate degree
• generally be in their penultimate year at the time of application
• be able to undertake a full-time internship for 12 months
• be able to defer study for the duration of the internship
• be Australian citizens at the time of application
What disciplines are eligible?
Eligible disciplines vary by intake and are based on ANSTO’s workforce needs. Opportunities may include science, engineering, technology, business and corporate disciplines. Applicants should refer to the relevant job advertisement for the specific disciplines being recruited for that intake.
Do I need to be an Australian citizen?
Yes. Applicants must be Australian citizens at the time of application. International students are not eligible to apply.
When does the internship start?
Start dates vary depending on the intake. Specific details will be outlined in the job advertisement, but internships typically commence in January or February.
Is this a paid internship?
Yes. Year in Industry Interns are paid employees for the duration of the internship. Further details about employment conditions will be provided through the recruitment and offer process.
Is the internship full-time?
Yes. The Year in Industry Internship is full-time, typically undertaken over 12 months.
Do I need to defer my studies?
Yes. The Year in Industry Internship is full-time, and students are generally required to defer their studies for the duration of the internship.
Do I need a university placement agreement?
No. The Year in Industry Internship is not managed as a university placement agreement. Students are generally required to defer their studies to undertake the full-time internship and may be asked to provide evidence of this.
What will I work on?
Interns contribute to meaningful work aligned to their discipline, team and project area. Projects vary by intake and may involve research, technical, operational, engineering, technology, business or corporate activities.
What support will I receive?
Interns are supported by their Host Supervisor and ANSTO Program Lead throughout the internship, with guidance from experienced professionals and opportunities to build workplace capability.
What documents are required to apply?
As part of the online application, applicants will be asked to submit:
• resume
• cover letter
• academic transcript
• responses to application questions
Additional documentation may be requested during later stages of the recruitment process.
Application closing date
Application opening dates, closing dates, available disciplines and start dates vary by intake and will be confirmed in the relevant job advertisement.
Are there pre-employment requirements?
Yes. Successful applicants will be required to complete ANSTO’s pre-employment and onboarding requirements, which may include security, medical or other checks relevant to the role.
Additional information
For intake-specific details, including available disciplines, start dates and application closing dates, please refer to the relevant job advertisement when applications are open.
