Completing a 30-day internship through the Business Internship BUSS3010 course with TABOO Period Products allowed me to apply my Bachelor of Business (Marketing) theory in a real-world context. Throughout the internship, I conducted primary and secondary market research to understand the current barriers consumers are facing regarding a new service TABOO was launching, and to understand how to overcome these barriers in marketing communications. I also created a variety of marketing collateral, from research documents and presentations to Instagram and Facebook posts.

The placement allowed me to understand how the theories we learn in the classroom translate into the real world, and how to have intellectual theoretical discussions. Understanding the real-world application of the theories and teachings from the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, and how to navigate discussions with staff members who operate under a different school of thought, was invaluable for my personal and professional career development. Working with a South Australian, female-founded social enterprise was an opportunity unlike any other to understand the multifaceted and varied roles undertaken by staff of both social enterprises but also in a small business context.

Millie Smith
Bachelor of Business (Marketing)

Ever since I finished my Bachelor of Commerce, I wanted to pursue higher education that can make me career ready, and I believed in the idea of learning by doing. I took admission in Master of Professional Accounting at UniSA as it provides a wide variety of electives to choose from. Right from the beginning I wanted to select internship program, which will provide me the opportunity to work in actual workplace. As planned, I enrolled in internship program, where the students get wide range of organisations for internship. Being an international student, I was new to the Australian work culture, so I selected a Small to Medium size accounting firm. Throughout my internship I got training on how to deal with different tasks and clients and worked shoulder to shoulder with other employees of the firm. I applied my classroom knowledge to the workplace, and it was similar yet different from what we study in other theoretical courses.

All in all, the experience exceeded my expectations and I got casual employment offer from the same firm, which is truly every student’s dream come true.

Nimerdeep Kaur
Master of Professional Accounting

When I participated in the Student to Industry Networking Event, Andrew from Deloitte encouraged me to apply for Deloitte's graduate program. I was accepted in the undergraduate program with Deloitte A&A Adelaide, also was able to begin my employment early to gain experience whilst I'm studying. 

Thanks to the excellent UniSA online study support, I was able to keep my job and study at the same time, and finally landed the huge career change from a forklift driver to a staff of an auditing team. 

Woojin Shim
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

I have completed an internship which has led me to getting employment at Serco and it has taught me that:

Whether you’re doing an internship as an elective or personal choice, internships benefit you in familiarising yourself with the office environment, follow specific processes within the workforce and explore the career path that you have chosen which is what I was able to experience.

This internship has been a good experience for myself as I got to spend a month in a great work environment which has led to increasing my motivation for University and this job as I am able to apply my knowledge from my lectures into the industry’s skills and enhance it. Moreover, it also increased my love for the degree I am currently doing as I now know from this opportunity that I am in the right direction.

Internships can help you in more ways than one as you always take from it and grow, invest your time and start now.

Tamara Hussein
Bachelor of Business (Logistics & Supply Chain Management)

As an event management student, the internship was really beneficial for me to apply my university knowledge into practice. Most importantly, the internship has helped me to be more confident in public speaking and improved my interpersonal skills. Thus, my professional network within the event industry is significantly widen. My favourite thing about the internship is the supportive and safe environment, where I can freely express my potential, discover myself and grow my passion. I encourage everyone to undertake at least one internship during their university journey, especially when you are doubtful about your passion. By being open towards new challenges like doing an internship, you will certainly be surprised at what you can achieve in returns.

Phuong Mai Dinh
Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Event Management)

The projects I worked on at Taste Studios allowed me to bridge the gap between my academic studies and real-world applications. Through hands-on experience, I gained a deeper understanding of how the concepts I learned in class are applied in a professional setting. The theoretical knowledge I acquired during my time at university started to make more sense as I encountered real challenges and had to find practical solutions for them. This experience reinforced the importance of a strong theoretical foundation and provided me with a clearer perspective on the practical implications of my studies.

Moreover, the voluntary placement opportunity played a significant role in enhancing my career readiness. I had the privilege of working alongside Ricky & Charmain (co-founders of the company) who generously shared their knowledge and expertise. Their guidance helped me develop practical skills, such as effective communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, which are crucial for success in any career. Additionally, being exposed to the industry environment allowed me to gain a better understanding of the expectations and demands of the professional world. I was able to observe firsthand how different departments collaborate, and how projects are managed, executed, and evaluated. This exposure has undoubtedly prepared me for my future career by providing me with valuable insights and practical skills that cannot be gained solely through academic studies.

Andrea Wong
International MBA

The Marketing Practicum elective is a fantastic course to undergo in order to truly understand how a workplace functions and how various marketing strategies are implemented to reach target audiences in a real-life scenario. I went to an accounting and financial services firm and spent two days a week working with their fantastic marketing team and was involved in all team meetings, attended events and completed a range of tasks including a project focused on the organisations Facebook page. Although intimidating to begin with, the staff were very welcomed, and the team was extremely supportive. From the experience, I am certain that marketing is a career suited for me and am extremely excited to enter into the workforce as a graduate. The Marketing Practicum course gave me a taste of the real world and will, without a doubt, help me with my future endeavours.

Giordana McKenna
Bachelor of Marketing & Communication

I completed an unforgettable Internship subject with High Distinction at Phil Hoffmann Travel, where I had the privilege to serve as an HR Intern. This experience has been nothing short of amazing, and I'm overflowing with gratitude and excitement as I reflect on the journey.

This internship has been an eye-opening experience that has solidified my passion for HR and has equipped me with a strong foundation to continue making strides in this field. As I move forward, I'm excited to apply the lessons learned and contribute positively to organizations' success.

Vaibhav Issar
International MBA