Student opportunities
Gain industry experience through our scholarship and placement programs
DST runs scholarship and placement programs to provide industry experience to students looking for a career in science and technology.
Our major programs are:
- Summer Vacation Placement Program
- Industry Experience Placement Program
- Graduate Industry Placement Program
- STEM Cadetship Program
- Defence Work Experience Program
We also encourage women to pursue careers in science and engineering via our Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Female Students.
“ Knowing that the 3D modelling work I am undertaking during my SVP will have real world impact is extremely rewarding.”
Jacqui Orme - Land Division SVP Student
“ My GIP work aims to help soldiers get a better understanding of their environment and improve their battlefield awareness”
Maddy Cochrane - Aerospace Division GIP Student
