How it works
Bond University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) students engage in short-term projects (3–6 months) co-designed with industry partners to address specific business needs.
Each project consists of 60 full-time equivalent days of student engagement in R&D activities, involving collaboration between the partner, student, and academic mentor to deliver rapid solutions and explore new opportunities.
What are the deliverables
The program is designed to ensure that both students and industry partners achieve meaningful outcomes. Key deliverables include:
- Alignment of research with industry needs: Each project is tailored to align the student’s research focus with the specific requirements of the industry partner, ensuring relevance and practical impact.
- Clearly defined objectives, milestones, and deliverables: An agreed project scope is established at the outset, outlining measurable objectives, key milestones, and expected deliverables to track progress and ensure accountability.
- Flexible project structure: Projects are designed to be adaptable, allowing them to function as independent research initiatives or be integrated into broader company strategies and long-term goals.
- Transparent reporting and outcomes: Industry partners receive regular updates and clear documentation of project milestones, ensuring visibility of progress and results while facilitating informed decision-making.
By establishing structured yet flexible deliverables, the programme ensures that students gain valuable experience while delivering tangible benefits to industry partners.
What we provide
Our program provides industry partners with access to top-tier student talent, cutting-edge research, and expert academic support to drive innovation and deliver meaningful outcomes.
- Highly skilled students aligned to your needs: Gain access to a student with specialised knowledge and expertise tailored to meet your organisation’s unique challenges and objectives.
- Expert academic supervision and mentorship: Each project is guided by an experienced academic mentor who ensures rigorous research standards, providing valuable insights and direction to maximise outcomes.
- Access to world-class facilities: Leverage Bond University’s state-of-the-art facilities, research laboratories, and collaborative spaces to support the successful execution of your project.
- Dedicated project oversight: Our Industry Engagement team provides comprehensive support, ensuring projects remain on track, objectives are met, and outcomes align with your strategic goals.
Partner with us to drive innovation, explore new opportunities, and develop practical solutions tailored to your business needs.
What you provide
Funding for the internship, with all proceeds directed to students.
Getting started
If your organisation is interested in participating, we will collaborate with you to design a project aligned with your business goals. Submit an expression of interest form to learn more.
