Before you enquire: this is a fee-paying internship program
Program fee: Payment plans available
This is an unpaid internship program. 12 weeks, 3 to 5 days a week.
Australian visa with work rights required.
Course Overview
Gain real Australian cybersecurity experience with a 12-week internship at an Australian host organisation. Delivered by Readygrad, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 45724), the program helps students and graduates turn their study into professional experience employers recognise.
During your placement, you may support security monitoring and alert triage, vulnerability assessments, access and permissions management, security documentation and policies, and incident response, guided by a mentor from your host company.
Your program includes:
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A 12-week internship placement
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Career coaching, plus resume and interview preparation
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A dedicated Placement Consultant and host company mentor
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Internship Success Toolkit access
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Insurance during your placement
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The nationally recognised unit BSBOPS201, with a Statement of Attainment on successful completion
This is an unpaid, fee-paying professional development program. To be eligible, you must be studying or have recently completed a degree in cyber security, information technology, computer science or a related field, and hold an Australian visa with work rights.
Course information
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Provider: Readygrad, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 45724)
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Duration: 12 weeks
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Study load: 3 to 5 days a week, plus around 20 hours of self-paced online learning
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Delivery: remote or in person at your host organisation, depending on the role
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Qualification: Readygrad Certificate of Completion, plus a Statement of Attainment for the nationally recognised unit BSBOPS201
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Intakes: regular intakes throughout the year
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Program fee: Payment plans available
Who's It For?
This program is for cybersecurity, IT and computer science students and recent graduates who have the qualifications but not the Australian experience employers ask for. It suits international students and graduates in Australia who want to strengthen their resume, build professional connections and confidence, and see how security teams protect systems, manage risk and respond to threats in an Australian workplace.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Cyber Security Analyst (Graduate)
- Junior SOC Analyst
- Information Security Officer (Junior)
- IT Security Support Officer
- Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst (Junior)
- 1 in 3 Readygrad interns receive a job offer from their host company.
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- New South Wales
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Victoria
- Western Australia
Duration Study Load
12 weeks. Your placement runs 3 to 5 days a week, plus around 20 hours of self-paced online learning for your nationally recognised unit, completed alongside your placement.
Delivery
Your internship is completed either remotely or in person at your host organisation, depending on the role. Online learning is self-paced, and your Placement Consultant supports you throughout.
Entry Requirements
To enrol, you must:
Be studying, or have recently completed, a degree in cyber security, information technology, computer science or a related field
Hold an Australian visa with work rights
Be available 3 to 5 days a week for 12 weeks
Have English skills sufficient to work in a professional Australian workplace
For in-person placements, be able to travel up to 90 minutes to your host organisation
For remote placements, have a reliable computer and internet connection
Course Features
A 12-week internship with a real Australian host organisation
Remote or in-person placement options
A dedicated Placement Consultant and host company mentor
Career coaching, plus resume and interview preparation
Internship Success Toolkit access
Insurance during your placement
A Readygrad Certificate of Completion and a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for BSBOPS201
A payment plan of 6 monthly instalments
A full refund if we can’t arrange an internship interview within 12 weeks
Assessment
Completing the assessment is required to complete the program and to be eligible for your Statement of Attainment. You’ll complete it during your internship, based on your own experience at your host company. It covers three areas:
Business context: your host organisation’s overview, objectives, structure, roles, rights and responsibilities, and workplace safety
Workplace communication: written and oral communication
Effective work habits: setting priorities and managing your workload
The assessment is completed online through Readygrad’s eGrad learning management system, and you’ll receive your login details when your internship begins. You’ll need a device that can access the internet, such as a computer or mobile phone, and a stable internet connection.
On successful completion of the program and assessment, you’ll receive:
A Readygrad Certificate of Completion for the Professional Internship Program
A nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for BSBOPS201 Work effectively in business environments, issued by Readygrad Pty Ltd (RTO 45724)
Testimonials
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"I am now working with the company I had my internship with. This internship opened the door for me to land my first job in Australia. Readygrad say on their website that 2/3 of the people doing their internship work for the host company after they finish. I beleive if you prove yourself, demonstrate your capabilities and how you can add value to the business, show +ve attitude, and make connections with your coworkers, the company would hire you in the end. Readygrad worked for me! Hopefully, whoever is reading this review can get the job after their internship. Best of luck!"Shady SaberCyber Security Internship Program
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"Ms. Elaiza Cena was consistently accommodating and responsive to all of my queries. In particular, she handled my request to transfer my internship placement to another company before it commenced with professionalism and efficiency. She contacts me promptly whenever an urgent matter arises and regularly checks on the progress of my internship, while respecting my time by keeping communication focused and relevant."Danielle Anne TamayoCyber Security Internship Program
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"I had a great experience with ReadyGrad. The team was supportive throughout the entire internship process, from preparing my resume and interview to helping me secure a placement. They regularly checked in to make sure everything was going well and were always available to answer my questions. I'm currently completing my Construction Management internship, and it's been a valuable opportunity to gain practical industry experience and apply what I've learned at university. I'm grateful to ReadyGrad for their guidance and ongoing support, and I would highly recommend them to students looking for internship opportunities."Sudeep TamangCyber Security Internship Program
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"I had a great experience with ReadyGrad throughout my internship journey. A special thank you to Kim and Lynn, my internship consultants, for their guidance, support, and encouragement throughout the process. They were always approachable, helpful, and supportive whenever I needed assistance. I’m very grateful to ReadyGrad for helping me secure an internship where I was able to gain valuable Australian industry experience and develop my professional skills. A big thank you to Kim, Lynn, and the entire ReadyGrad team for all the time and effort you put into my journey. I truly appreciate your support and would highly recommend ReadyGrad to graduates looking to gain valuable industry experience."Viraj MarasingheCyber Security Internship Program
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"I've had a highly positive experience with ReadyGrad. They have been transparent through the process, their modules are easy to go through and Jayne the person in charge of my internship is easy to communicate with, and they are following my journey through my placements."Alonso ConchaCyber Security Internship Program
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"I had a great experience with ReadyGrad throughout my internship application process. The team was very professional, friendly, and always quick to respond whenever I had questions. A special thank you to Jayne for all her support, guidance, and encouragement from start to finish. She made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend ReadyGrad to anyone looking for internship support. Thank you again!"Pawan KumarasingheCyber Security Internship Program
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"Readygrad were a great support and service to me. Especially in such a competitive job market these days. They helped to sharpen my CV source a partner host and give the appropriate materials and resources to help me secure a placement within less than a month. Can not begin to express my deepest gratitude towards the institute and their staff. Truly thank you ReadyGrad and staff!"ImmanuelCyber Security Internship Program
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"I got a company with a wonderful team to do my internship through readygrad and also my mentor Aimee gave me a great support to be ready for the interview and the whole process and also they get in touch with us during the internship."Prasangi KaveeshaCyber Security Internship Program
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"I’ve had a great experience with ReadyGrad from start to finish. A special thank you to Elaiza, who was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. She was always approachable, checked in regularly, answered my questions promptly, and made sure I felt prepared and informed at every stage of securing my internship. I’m currently completing my internship at ControlWorks, and it has been an excellent learning experience. I’m grateful to ReadyGrad for connecting me with such a great host company and for continuing to provide support throughout the placement. I highly recommend ReadyGrad to students looking for valuable industry experience and a team that genuinely cares about their success."Kiran DevarajCyber Security Internship Program
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"I had a great experience with ReadyGrad throughout my internship journey. They were very supportive, responsive, and kept me updated at every stage of the process. The interview preparation resources and guidance were really helpful, and they helped me feel confident going into my interviews. Thanks to ReadyGrad, I secured an internship, where I’ve been gaining valuable industry experience and learning a lot. I really appreciate the support and would definitely recommend ReadyGrad to students looking to kick-start their careers."Adarsh BhagatCyber Security Internship Program
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"I’d like to sincerely thank the Readygrad team, especially Jayne Gelsano, for all the support she provided throughout my journey to securing my first professional role in the Australian construction industry. Jayne was incredibly supportive, approachable, and encouraging throughout the entire process. Her guidance and dedication helped me secure an amazing opportunity to join a fantastic company as a Construction Management Intern. I’m truly grateful for her commitment to helping graduates connect with meaningful career opportunities. Thank you, Jayne, and thank you to the entire Readygrad team for believing in me and making this milestone possible."Hernando Castillo GranadosCyber Security Internship Program
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About Readygrad
Our Passion
Readygrad is a proud leader in the graduate employability space. We see a world where every graduate has the right skills and experience to pursue the career(s) of their choice.
We lift the employability of tertiary students and graduates through relevant and industry-informed work-readiness training and work experience programs.
In addition, we work closely with students, graduates, universities and education providers, and our industry partners to help increase the employability of our next generations.
Our Story
Readygrad’s origins date back to 2012 when it was created by Owen Firth, a former recruiter & education entrepreneur, to offer work experience programs to graduates who could not break through to their first career step. Back then, we were known as Performance Careers, and we helped thousands of students and graduates to get started.
In 2017, we came together with Readygrad, a business started by former graduate recruiter Rohan Holland, to train students and graduates to prepare for the job search process and the workplace.
We merged to create one of Australia’s leading graduate employability specialists, delivering impactful training and work experience solutions to students, educators and graduate recruiters that make a difference to graduate outcomes.
Today, we are as passionate as ever about raising the bar on graduate employability. We provide scalable work experience opportunities to the students of a university partner, deliver the hard truth about the recruitment process through webinars & online learning, or help a corporate partner better engage with the right graduates.
We look forward to seeing how we can help you!
Owen Firth
MBA, CA, BEc
Chief Employability Officer
