Internship Programs & Career Opportunities:

Internships and Career Opportunities

Internships and career preparation are always among the top concerns of students throughout their studies at Swinburne Vietnam. Various opportunities are provided to help students enhance job-seeking skills and plan for their future careers.

Internship & Employment Support – Interview and Application Skills

During their time at Swinburne Vietnam, students have access to and participate directly in sharing sessions, discussions, and specialized workshops with industry experts, business leaders, and HR professionals.

Topics such as interview skills and CV writing are introduced so that students can strengthen their employability skills and create a professional and effective CV before applying for suitable positions.

Enhancing Employability

To secure the job they aspire to, students need to start developing workplace skills while still at university. They should understand the key competencies that the labor market demands, especially in the Industry 4.0 era.

Therefore, engaging in classroom projects, extracurricular activities, internships, field trips, and enterprise seminars are valuable experiences for shaping a student’s career journey.

Skills highly valued by employers include:

• Verbal and written communication
• Emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-discipline, motivation)
• Problem identification and problem-solving
• Technical skills
• Leadership skills
• Task and time management
• Teamwork
• Critical thinking

Employers particularly value real-world experiences and seek candidates who align with their organizational culture.

Internship & Job Placement Support

Swinburne Vietnam connects students with a network of enterprises offering internship opportunities. Lists of companies seeking interns are published on the university website, student fanpage, and notice boards during official internship periods.

Students may register for internships from the announced list or follow assignments arranged by the university.

Similarly, available part-time and full-time job vacancies are regularly shared with all students so they can explore and select suitable roles.

Exploring Career Potential

In today’s competitive job market, exploring and creating career opportunities for oneself is crucial. Swinburne Vietnam students can achieve this by leveraging their personal interests, acquired skills, and knowledge.

Career guidance is provided by the Student Support Office based on assessments, reports, and tracking throughout a student’s studies. This helps students understand themselves better and make informed career choices.

Understanding Yourself

Students are encouraged to adopt mindsets that help them identify personal values, build motivation, and discover potential strengths, such as:

• Curiosity – openness to new ideas
• Collaboration – willingness to give and receive support
• Action – willingness to try and do new things
• Growth – readiness to embrace challenges and learn from experiences

Understanding the Workplace

Students should explore various career paths, discover how to apply their degrees, knowledge, and skills, and stay updated with emerging industry trends. Building a strong professional network is also essential for future success.

To begin, students can meet with the Swinburne Vietnam Student Support Office.

Contact Information

Hanoi Campus

• Phone: 1900 6412 (Press 1)
• Address: Student HQ – Level 1, Swinburne Vietnam Alliance Program (2 Duong Khue, Cau Giay, Hanoi)

Da Nang Campus

• Phone: 1900 6412 (Press 2)
• Address: Student HQ – Level 1, Swinburne Vietnam Alliance Program – Da Nang Campus (16 September 2 St., Hoa Cuong, Hai Chau, Da Nang)

Ho Chi Minh City Campus

• Phone: 1900 6412 (Press 3)
• Address: Student HQ – Level 1, Swinburne Vietnam Alliance Program – HCMC Campus (A35 Bach Dang, Ward 2, Tan Binh, HCMC)

Can Tho Campus

• Phone: 0348 766 555
• Address: Student HQ – Level 3, Gamma Building – FPT University (600 Nguyen Van Cu Extension, An Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho)