Uni-sourced

Why choose a uni-sourced internship?

Connect with trusted employers

Engage with reputable organisations that maintain established partnerships with the Faculty.

Access pre-approved opportunities

Enjoy the convenience of having a selection of internship opportunities identified for you.

Expand your options

Broaden your internship search by applying for uni-sourced roles alongside self-sourced opportunities.

What is a uni-sourced internship?

A uni-sourced internship is identified by the University in collaboration with industry partners across various disciplines. Uni-sourced roles are an excellent starting point but should not be replied on as your only avenue for finding an internship. They often receive high volumes of applications, so we encourage you to explore the other internship streams as well to maximise your chances of success.

  • You can apply for up to five uni-sourced roles per enrolment period. Please only submit one application per role.

  • Uni-sourced roles will only be visible on SONIA when applications are open.

  • Yes, each role has a maximum number of applications it can accept. Once that limit is reached, the role will be removed from view in SONIA, and you will not be able to apply for the role.

How does it work?

You may apply to enrol in BUSA90525 Business and Economics Internship using a uni-sourced internship. The process generally is:

  1. You join the Uni-sourced placement group in the Sonia platform when applications open.
  2. In Sonia, review and select up to five uni-sourced internships that you want to apply for.
  3. For each uni-sourced internship, you will need to submit a separate application form to us, with an uploaded file of your CV.
  4. After applications close, we will review your eligibility and send your application details to the host organisation(s) that you applied for.
  5. The host organisation(s) will review and invite shortlisted candidates to an interview.
  6. If you are successful in your application, the host organisation will send you an internship offer directly.
  7. After you accept your offer with them, the host organisation will contact us to confirm your successful placement.
  8. We will send you an outcome and offer email to enrol in the subject.
  9. You will need to accept your offer by completing an acceptance form.
  10. We will then enrol you into the subject for you. You cannot enrol yourself into the subject.

Priority Internships

  • Priority Internships are internships exclusively for eligible students. These are positions that have been prioritised by host organisations to provide opportunities to students from underrepresented higher education cohorts (see eligibility below).

    These internships come with guaranteed FBE Internship studentships valued at up to $2,500 to support students undertaking unpaid internships.

    Applications open before regular university-sourced internships and any eligible students who do not secure a Priority Internship can still apply for regular university-sourced internships.

  • Eligible students will receive an email with the available opportunities.

  • Identification in one or more of the following categories (based on data provided during enrolment):

    • Recognition as an Indigenous Australian
    • Resident of a low socioeconomic area
    • Resident of a regional, rural, or remote area
    • Disadvantaged financial background
    • First in family

    *Eligibility is based on the data students provided at enrolment. Students are eligible if they meet one or more of the following specific categories: Recognition as an Indigenous Australian, home address is in a low socioeconomic area (as defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics) and resident of a regional, rural or remote area. Access Melbourne students who meet one or more of the following categories are also eligible: disadvantaged financial background, resident of a regional or remote area, first in family, recognition as an Indigenous Australian and graduate of an underrepresented school.

Key dates: Semester 2, 2026

30 March to 12 April

Priority Internship Applications Open (eligible students only)

13 April to 24 April

Priority Internship Interviews with Hosts

27 April to 10 May

Applications Open 9am

13 May to 27 May

Interviews with Hosts

27 July to 23 October

Undertake your internship

Uni-sourced internship opportunities

  • Business and Economics Internship is available to be taken as a capstone in some degrees. BUSA90525 MUST be listed as an available capstone in your course's 'Course structure' page in the Handbook for you to be able to enrol in BUSA90525 as a capstone subject.

    If you plan to complete the Business and Economics Internship as a capstone, you must only apply for roles that have been approved by the subject coordinator for capstone credit for your degree. This is because your internship needs to be directly related to your degree for the subject to be a capstone.

    Opportunities will be available to view in Sonia when applications are open. You must join the relevant placement group to view the available opportunities.

  • Opportunities will be available to view in Sonia when applications are open. You must join the relevant placement group to view the available opportunities.

Chamindu Athauda completed a uni-sourced internship with Straight Bat Private Equity

“One of the most rewarding aspects of my internship was the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned professionals from M&A, accounting, and strategy domains, exposing me to the diverse perspectives and expertise required to successfully navigate the complex industry."

Read more about Chamindu's internship experience

How do I apply?

  • Ensure your study plan has room for a general elective or capstone* before submitting your application. If you need more information or guidance, please use My Course Planner or seek course advice from STOP 1.

    *Note: If you're considering completing the subject as a capstone, BUSA90525 must be listed as an available capstone in your course's 'Course structure' page in the Handbook

  • As part of your application, you will need to upload a current resume for each application. To ensure your resume is competitive, we strongly recommend using a tool like Smart Resume to assist you with reviewing your resume.

    1. Once applications open, access Sonia Live and click 'University Sign In' to log in using your University of Melbourne student credentials.
    2. Click on the Placements tab to search for and join the BUSA90525 & CMCE20001 uni-sourced placement group.

    Important: Do not leave the placement group after submitting your application.

  • You will receive an email with step-by-step instructions on how to  submit applications for up to five uni-sourced roles. Please keep an eye out for it. Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

  • We will evaluate applications based on the eligibility criteria and the requirements of host organisations.

    If you are selected for an interview, you will be directly contacted by the host organisation. They will provide all necessary details including scheduling and location. Please keep your phone handy and check your email regularly for updates. The host organisation will also inform you of the outcome after your interview.

  • If you are successful in securing a uni-sourced internship, you will receive an email confirming your permission to enrol. It will provide instructions on the next steps, including how to complete your enrolment in the subject.

    Important: You can add this subject  to your Study Plan as 'Planned' but not 'Enroled'. Your enrolment will be processed after you complete the acceptance process.

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