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NUW Alliance Malaysia Science Internships

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In-country program is back!

We are pleased to announce that the NCP Malaysia program has in-country and virtual options for the Summer 2023/24 intake!Ìý

Summer project placements

In-country and virtual version of this the Malaysia science project internships are available for Summer 2023/24. 

Join a team of University of Newcastle (UON), ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Sydney and University of Wollongong (UOW) students on an in-country or virtual internship with science project partners in Malaysia while getting 6 UOC elective credit (). This is your chance to network with students from other universities and global partners from Malaysia. Scholarships are available for eligible domestic students!

Projects are available for the following science programs/majors:

  • Biotechnology
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management
  • Food Science - pending
  • Genetics
  • 3991 Medical Science
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular and Cell Biology

Program guide 2023-24

Apply for Malaysia virtual summer internship

Applications now closed.

Get valuable industry work experience in Malaysia

  • ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Science is working with Ìý(TGS) to provide you with an eight-week science work placement in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practical skills and knowledge over the summer holidays.

    Malaysia is rapidly investing in infrastructure and attracting foreign investment through the development of STEM industries.

    Students undertaking programs and majors is the Schools of BABS, BEES, Chemistry and SOMS/SBMS are encouraged to apply. 

    Benefits of the program

    • Gain global work experience and give yourself the graduate edge.
    • Enjoy networking opportunities with key business and other universities
    • Experience Southeast Asian culture and life in one of the world’s most diverse cities
    • Gain credit towards your science degree: you’ll receive 6 UoC by enrolling in SCIF3199 Science Work Placement and completing online assessment tasks.

    • This program is supported by the Australian Government New Colombo Plan (NCP), with $4000 scholarships available to eligible domestic students travelling toÌýMalaysia for the program and $1000 scholarships for students taking on the program virtually.

    What does the program include?

    • 8-week internship within science industry (related to your major).
    • Accommodation and work placement arranged for you.
    • 6 UoC credit-bearing course SCIF3199 Science Work Placement.
    • Up to $4000 scholarships available for domestic students.

    • This program provides eight-week scienceÌýresearch internships in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as part of the 6 unit of credit science or free elective, SCIF3199.

      Students are placed within a research group and will contribute productively to a project or series of activities.

      While the exact nature of the work will vary depending on the research project, it is a requirement that students will be involved in work that is related to their major of study.

      Students are also expected to complete online assessments before and during the work placement. This prepares students for the professional work environment, providing insights on key transferrable professional skills and allows students to reflect on their professional development throughout the experience. More information about specific details of assessments is available at: SCIF 3199.

      Students will be allocated a supervisor within the organisation to mentor and support them throughout the experience. In addition to this, a course coordinator is also assigned to SCIF3199, who will monitor progress throughout the placement. The Global Student will also provide 24/7 emergency support throughout the work placement. 

    • The dates for the program are set from Monday 11 December 2023 to Friday 9 February 2024.Ìý

      These dates are non-negotiable and students applying for the program are expected to be available within this timeframe.

    • The Program Guide lists the host organisations for the summer SCIF3199 program and includes a description ofÌýeach project they can provide.

      It cannot be guaranteed that students will be placed with their preferred research project, however, we wil