Ways to engage
Work with our researchers
Partner with leading experts across artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, software engineering, systems, and quantum computing. Whatever your goals, there's a way to work with us that fits.
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Partner with us on a defined project or series of projects, with clear deliverables and timelines. This can be done under a flexible model that commences as soon as both parties are ready.
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Sponsor co-designed PhD projects tailored to a problem specific to your organisation, during which our graduate researchers may spend part of their time working in your facilities in Australia or overseas.
For shorter-term projects, you may host selected master’s or PhD graduate researchers through internships, where they work alongside your staff in your facilities.
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Collaborate with researchers, industry, and government on a long-term challenge through a co-funded program, national consortium, or established centre.
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Combine your funding with the University's to access matching government grants, accelerating a specific research outcome.
Funding, requirements to apply, and timing of the work are as specified by the grant scheme.
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Interested in working together? Let's talk.
Tell us about your organisation and what you're looking to achieve. Whether you've identified the right partnership model&nb or are still considering your options, our team is here to help.
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Curious what this would look like in practice? See how organisations have worked with our researchers to turn a real problem into a working solution. Read more about our key partnerships and explore our research collaboration success stories.
Work with our students
Participate in activities such as advising, industry panels, guest lectures and careers fairs, or contribute to scholarships and prizes. There are also broader giving options available through the University of Melbourne’s Ways to Give.
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Host a student intern
Bring a motivated student into your team to contribute to real work and build future talent.
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Collaborate on student projects
Solve real business challenges with talented students, supported by academic supervision.
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Become a guest speaker
Bring your experience into the classroom through lectures, panels or interactive sessions.
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Engage with student clubs and societies
Connect with student communities through events, competitions and networking opportunities.
Upskill your workforce
Custom education
Build workforce capability with flexible, industry-informed professional education.
Browse courses across key areas such as Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology, Innovation and Operational Excellence, Cybersecurity Management, and Data Management in Business, and submit an enquiry to discuss your needs.
Connect with our community
Our alumni
CIS alumni are shaping the global digital landscape while remaining closely connected to the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology community.
Graduates have access to a wide range of alumni services and benefits, including events, networking opportunities, mentoring, volunteering, career resources and exclusive offers.
If you’re interested in becoming a mentor, visit the University’s STEM Industry Mentoring Program to support students as they build confidence, gain industry insight, and prepare for their future careers.
