Looking for job-ready graduates who can hit the ground running?

Federation University’s Co-op Internship Placements and Cadetships connect industry with bright, capable students — giving Ai Group’s members access to emerging talent while addressing Victoria’s skills shortages.

Co-op placements

  • Minimum 60 days’ paid placement (full-time, part-time, or in blocks)
  • Students contribute directly to your business while earning course credit
  • You recruit, onboard, and supervise — just like a regular employee
  • Flexible, supported, and industry-aligned to pipeline fresh talent into your organisation
  • Perfect for short-term projects or entry level roles within your business

Co-op cadetships

  • Hire new recruits directly from secondary school or the workforce
  • Combine paid employment with part-time or full-time study
  • Federation University will help advertise, shortlist, and support your cadet throughout their studies

Why get involved?

  • Shape tomorrow’s workforce and build your talent pipeline
  • Host research projects and internships tackling real industry problems

For more information contact:

Grace Diep, Partnerships Development Manager at Federation University (Berwick Campus) at g.diep@federation.edu.au.

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