Virtual opportunities

The Virtual Indonesian Language Short Course (ILSC) provides intensive language training to students from beginners to advanced level in Indonesian language. Running in the university vacation periods, the program will either fast-track or supplement a student’s language studies or can be taken as an introduction or a ‘taster’ to the Indonesian language and culture for students exploring an interest in Indonesia. Students will complete intensive Indonesian language tuition incorporating language classes, cultural classes and virtual fieldtrips. Students can take a three-week module (or take two modules for a six week package), delivered by Satya Wacana Christian University.

The ACICIS Virtual Professional Practicum Programs provide students with a unique opportunity to gain professional experience and establish networks in Indonesia. Students undertake online Indonesian language and cultural classes, and a series of seminars, as well as a virtual professional placement (160 hour internship) with an Indonesian or international organisation. This program allows students to complete intensive study over the winter university break and complete the internship component alongside their regular university schedule.

The Virtual Public Health Study Tour (PHST) is a two-week intensive study tour that offers students a change to gain insight into the public health sector in Indonesia. Students will learn from leading health professionals and discuss approaches to health issues with Indonesian university students. The virtual tour will be facilitated by a leading academic in the field of public health who possesses specialised knowledge of Indonesia. No background in Indonesian language is required to participate in this tour. Students from the following disciplines are welcome to apply; Public Health, Epidemiology, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Health Promotion, Community Health, and Health Sciences.

A virtual internship will give students an insight into what it is like to work on projects regardless of geographical location. This is a perfect opportunity to work on your career goals and specific interests! With the use of modern technology, virtual internships allow students and graduates to work remotely and gain relevant industry experience with an international company. Virtual interns are provided with a unique opportunity to gain practical skills, industry connections and business experience without leaving home. Through this program, you can expect to gain practical skills in your area of study and really boost your resume with work experience at a company based overseas. This program is perfect for students who want to gain professional experience, work with an intercultural team, connect with another culture and who are looking for a lower cost (and environmentally friendly!) program option. Your virtual internship will be primarily project-based, with either one larger project over the course of the internship or several smaller ongoing assignments. Regardless of how many you undertake, each project will be substantive and you can be sure you are contributing to the business in a meaningful way. While this program allows for flexibility and independence, you will also have plenty of guidance and support from a designated supervisor.

A virtual internship will give students an insight into what it is like to work on projects regardless of geographical location. This is a perfect opportunity to work on your career goals and specific interests! With the use of modern technology, virtual internships allow students and graduates to work remotely and gain relevant industry experience with an international company. Virtual interns are provided with a unique opportunity to gain practical skills, industry connections and business experience without leaving home. Through this program, you can expect to gain practical skills in your area of study and really boost your resume with work experience at a company based overseas. This program is perfect for students who want to gain professional experience, work with an intercultural team, connect with another culture and who are looking for a lower cost (and environmentally friendly!) program option. Your virtual internship will be primarily project-based, with either one larger project over the course of the internship or several smaller ongoing assignments. Regardless of how many you undertake, each project will be substantive and you can be sure you are contributing to the business in a meaningful way. While this program allows for flexibility and independence, you will also have plenty of guidance and support from a designated supervisor.

The world is changing at a rapid pace – and your future is coming at you fast! Join us on a virtual discovery tour of the Asia-Pacific region and find out just how far you could take your career or startup idea.

Over two inspiring weeks, you’ll join an awesome cohort of students and early-stage startup founders to learn from world-class thought leaders, mentors, investors, and innovators across the Asia-Pacific region.

Singapore is your virtual home base, with ‘day trips’ to Indonesia, South Korea, Hong Kong, India and Taiwan. You’ll get all the career benefits of a global HEX program with none of the jet lag. Plus, we’ll personally match you with an international mentor who will help supercharge your startup and career goals.

Do you love the Ocean? Are you interested in eco-sustainability, conservation and community development? Murdoch University, Project Hiu and Madison Stewart (aka ‘Shark Girl’ Madison) invites you to submit an expression of interest for participating in the virtual mobility project ‘The Eco-Economy Project - Protecting Livelihoods Above and Below the Surface’. Supported by the New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant Program (NCP), Murdoch University and Project Hiu have teamed up to offer a unique 3 credit point general elective unit for Murdoch University undergraduate students. Designed to meet the needs identified by organisation Project Hiu, the virtual mobility project focus is dedicated to shark protection through creating alternative income streams and business opportunities for shark fishermen and the wider community on Maringkik Island, Lombok. Guided and supported by a Murdoch academic and project partner Project Hiu, students will work in teams to invent and design business models to meet an identified real need, opportunity or problem.

Embark on a virtual journey and dive into the world of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (short: SDGs or Global Goals). Visit globally known companies, such as VISA and SAP, and hear from selected guest speakers featuring UN Global Goals Advocates and supporting organizations. Become an active member in the global SDG community by adopting a goal and becoming its goalkeeper and by becoming an entrepreneur and developing an SDG-related Start-up Project. Get the chance to submit your project to the UN Action Awards – winners will be invited to the UN’s annual event in New York City.

Embark on a virtual journey to Germany, Italy, Hong Kong, Singapore and the U.S.. Get to virtually meet managers from well-known global brands, such as Porsche, Boeing, Dolce & Gabbana and Facebook. In addition, you become short-term entrepreneurs yourselves when working on your own Start-up Challenge Projects and learn about the differences between the American, German, Italian, Hong Kong and Singaporean start-up ecosystems. Add to your global network when going on the various virtual industry visits where you meet with corporate managers and local entrepreneurs. Watch five virtual guest speakers giving an overview of the different start-up ecosystems to help you to understand each country’s entrepreneurship culture. Learn to analyse your own strengths and weaknesses, work together efficiently as a virtual team and refine your virtual presentation skills when you pitch the final project results in front of a virtual jury of professionals.

India is the most diverse place on earth and has been at the heart of the human story for thousands of years. Two of most important trends in the world today are the economic re-emergence of Asia and increasingly rapid technological change. India is at the heart of both. India is now the fastest growing major economy in the world and has the planet's youngest population - it is also a hotbed of creativity and innovation. Knowing more about this extraordinary country could well become relevant to your future career. Eighteen Australian universities, including Murdoch University, partnered with IndoGenius to provide their students incredible experiential learning opportunities in India. Due to COVID we’ve created an alternative, and very different, way to learn about India.

TIG virtual internships provide students with the opportunity to realize their potential. Students will gain invaluable professional experience, grow their network and make their resume shine, wherever they are. TIG offers virtual internships in all career fields, within 3,000+ leading organizations around the world. They are partnered with some of the most prestigious organizations in the world, through to small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurial startups. 

It is acknowledged that people-to-people connection is the foundation of sustainable collaboration and development. As well as enhancing youth mobility is believed would bring great benefit for mutual understanding and future collaboration among countries. In other hand, COVID-19 Pandemic makes physical mobility becomes impossible. Therefore, 9 East Java Universities are introducing East Java Exploration (EJx) through online platform.

This short program is designed as a general course with multidisciplinary approach for participants to explore East Java in various aspects. Through online series of lecture, discussion, case study, observation, and direct interaction with people from different background, participants would gain better understanding about East Java and its potential and challenges.

Each topic is designed in a online form in which participants will learn through online explanation and cases. It is expected that the program will enhance knowledge, insight, and cross-cultural understanding. There is no doubt that participants will gain memorable experiences through fun learning method.