Monash College

PhD Research Internship

ABOUT THE INDUSTRY PARTNER LOCATION: Melbourne (Hybrid)

Monash College is fully owned by Monash University, Australia’s largest
university. It is a pathway to Monash University for international students. It DURATION:
offers foundation programs and English language courses, diplomas, study 60 Days (FT 3 months or PT 4-6
abroad, professional experience programs, and more. months)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? STARTING:

Through this internship, you’ll be exposed to: MAR / APR 2024
• putting your research skills and theory to practice
• boosting your employability STIPEND:
• expanding your networks $9,000 for a 60 full-day
• contributing to industry equivalent placement

PROJECT BACKGROUND ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

The eligibility criteria is set by
Monash College is committed to supporting language and literacy skills
each faculty. Please reach out
acquisition. 2024 will see the College begin implementing a unified
to your graduate research office
approach to embedding language support across the disciplines. This will
for more information.
involve the development of generic and discipline-specific language and
academic literacy support materials and lessons to be delivered in both
INTERNSHIP CONTACT:
face-to-face and online contexts. We are therefore looking for someone
Monash Talent
with knowledge of the current research and best-practice of language and
phd.internships@monash.edu
academic literacy learning and experience in developing curriculum,
teaching and training materials in English language.

RESEARCH TO BE CONDUCTED
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● Literature reviews of current research
APPLICATION CLOSING ON
● Research to identify opportunities to embed language teaching into
Friday, the 8th of March 2024
curriculum
● Development of teaching activities
● Collation and analysis of data

SKILLS WISH LIST

● Research and analysis skills (literature and data)
● Knowledge of language acquisition of adult learnerg
● Knowledge of language education and pedagogical approaches
● Knowledge of transition/international student needs
● Knowledge of language levels and needs of HE students

PROJECT AND RESEARCH OUTCOMES

The research outcomes for this project will comprise:
● A literature review of current research findings and best practice
● A short report outlining needs of the College regarding student' language needs and levels, SETU
results and how best to embed language teaching in discipline areas
● The development of tailored and discipline-specific teaching resources

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Working With Children Check must be presented prior to the commencement of the placement.

Please note, applications are reviewed regularly and this internship may be filled prior to the advertised closing
date if a suitable applicant is identified. Early submissions are encouraged.