INTERNSHIP
Are you ready to jumpstart your career while still in school? At the School of Computing (SoC), our flagship Year-Long Internship Program (YLI) offers an unbeatable opportunity to gain 44 weeks of hands-on work experience, setting you up for success in
the tech industry!
Why Choose YLI?
- Real-World Experience: You’ll apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to real projects, working alongside industry professionals
- Build a Portfolio of Workplace Projects: The work that you do in YLI is substantial and comparable to a full-time role. You work alongside your colleagues on Workplace Projects, which are an integral part of your YLI and job experience, giving you a significant edge over your peers
- Learning from the Industry: Industry often deploy the most up-to-date technology stacks. Building upon your foundational skills and knowledge from the school, you will get to learn and apply the latest technologies
- Career Skills Development: Before starting your internship, you’ll participate in workshops to define your career goals, build an impressive resume, and sharpen your interview skills. We prepare you to stand out in the competitive
job market
- Professional Recruitment Process: Experience the thrill of landing your dream internship through a selection process that mirrors real-world job hunting. Your skills and potential are what count
What to Expect During YLI?
- Workplace Projects: Collaborate with your host company on impactful projects. Gain valuable insights and practical skills while contributing to real business solutions
- Industry Mentorship: Work under the guidance of industry supervisors who will help you navigate the professional landscape, identify project scopes, and achieve your career aspirations
In the upcoming academic year, we’re excited to offer this life-changing program to over 400 SoC students across all three SoC diplomas. By the time you graduate, you'll have spent approximately one-third of your diploma course gaining invaluable
workplace experience.