The Defence Industry Internship Program (DIIP) provides Engineering and Technology university students with direct connections to the Defence Industry by facilitating a 12-week (450 hour) paid internship in small to medium defence industry businesses across Australia.

These internships provide students with the opportunity to work with industry leaders on complex projects, using advanced technologies and support the development of valuable employability skills.

Applications for eligible Students will be open from 28 July – 31 August 2025 for internships commencing December 2025, and completed by the end of May 2026.

Expressions of interest for Industry Hosts will be open from the end of May 2025.