Students
Opportunities with TAGC, and experiences of students who have participated in an internship.
Benefits
TAGC is offering University of Melbourne students semester-long internship placements within a TAGC Innovation Project. These projects are working on cutting-edge novel approaches to develop genomic based applications, tools, diagnostics or services with the aim of solving a clinical problem on a national or global scale.
These internship placements will provide students with the opportunity to utilise what they have learned in the classroom and apply it in a real-world scenario. They will work as part of a wider team, in an office environment.
A TAGC Innovation Project will give students a chance to explore various areas of genomics, potentially opening up new career opportunities.
If you are interested in an internship with TAGC, please contact us.
SCOUT: Students Consulting On University Translation
Students participating in a TAGC internship placements will be part of a SCOUT team.
University of Melbourne students from various faculties will complete a semester-long internship as a multidisciplinary consulting cohort to support a TAGC Innovation Project. Each student will have a specific role and focus area that aligns with their area of study.
The SCOUT model will give students the opportunity to explore a holistic approach to the innovation project objectives and goals whilst providing valuable work experience. Each student will have a specific role and focus area that aligns with their area of study.
SCOUT students will be supervised and supported by a network of University of Melbourne researchers, professional staff, and Illumina colleagues to learn about and assist in the development of the innovation project’s novel genomic solution.
SCOUT is open to the following University of Melbourne faculties:
- Science
- Medical, Dentistry and Health Sciences
- Engineering and IT
- Business and Economics
- Arts
TAGC Innovation Projects
Be part of the genomics healthcare revolution
How to apply
Students who apply must be eligible for an internship subject in 2025. Students will be required to apply through their faculty and follow a specific application process.
Keep an eye out for internship start and end dates within your faculty and subscribe to newsletters and other announcements so you are notified when applications open.
Student stories
Hear from students who have participated in an internship with TAGC.
