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How to apply

These application instructions refer to the placement options available for the University-wide Industry Placement Elective Subjects.

Prior to submitting an application, please refer to relevant information including key dates and eligibility, ensuring that you have free elective space in your degree. Read through all of the application steps before you apply.

Step 1. Before you apply

    StepActivity
    1.
    Confirm your eligibility
    • Check the eligibility requirements in the La Trobe Handbook:
    • Review your study plan online. If you are unsure about whether you have space for an elective subject, contact ASK La Trobe or speak with your Course Coordinator
    • Also check whether your degree has a specific work-based learning (WBL) or placement subject available to you.
    2.
    Get yourself industry ready

    Preparation is an essential step prior to submitting a placement application.

    All La Trobe students have complimentary access to Career Ready Assist, an interactive online platform designed to help you become ‘industry ready’ by creating or refining your resume and practicing interview skills. Additionally, CareerHub offers helpful resources like a cover letter template and checklist.

    3.
    Find a placement opportunity

    In order to undertake one of the Industry Placement Elective subjects, you have the following options:

    1. Find my own placement opportunity

    2. Apply for a University Sourced placement opportunity

    3. I'm interested in the Industry Venture Challenge (LTU3IND only)

      Please note: You cannot commence a placement until a placement application has been submitted and the relevant documentation has been reviewed and approved by La Trobe University.

Step 2. How to Apply

OptionApplication process
2a. Student Sourced Industry Placement

(I have found my own placement for LTU3IND or LTU5IND)

The Industry Placement subjects are suitable for students who wish to complete a 100-hour placement.

Undergraduate subject: LTU3IND

Postgraduate subject: LTU5IND

  • Discuss proposed placement details with your host supervisor, including:
    • Key duties and responsibilities
    • Required placement hours, start/end dates (within chosen semester/term)
    • Placement location – Onsite, remote or hybrid
    • Compliance requirements (such as a Working with Children Check, Police check etc)
  • In consultation with your host, complete the Student Sourced Placement Description ensuring all sections are completed
  • Submit your Placement Description via the Industry Placement Application Form
  • Enrol into LTU3IND or LTU5IND in your chosen semester. For information on how to enrol via StudentOnLine, follow these steps.

Please allow up to 2 weeks for the Subject Coordinator to review your application and conduct necessary checks.

2b. Student Sourced Industry Placement

(I have found my own placement for the Industry Placement Minor)

The Industry Placement Minor is suitable for students who wish to complete a placement of more than 100 hours. Students can choose to complete 2 or 3 of the Industry Placement Minor subjects (200-300 placement hours) or they may wish to have the Industry Placement Minor on their transcript and complete the full Industry Placement Minor (400 hours).

1. Complete the pre-application process:

    • Confirm you have suitable space available in your study plan (depending how many of the minor subjects you would like to complete). You can find your study plan online or check with your Course Coordinator or ASK La Trobe.
    • Email the Industry Placement team with a completed Industry Placement Minor Plan and your availability (date and time) to discuss your minor plan with the Industry Placement Minor Program Coordinator. Submit via email: industryplacements@latrobe.edu.au

2. Discuss proposed placement details with your host supervisor, including:

  • Key duties and responsibilities
  • Required placement hours, start/end dates (within chosen semester/term)
  • Placement location – Onsite, remote or hybrid
  • Compliance requirements (such as a Working with Children Check, Police check etc)

3. In consultation with your host, complete the Student Sourced Placement Description ensuring all sections are completed

4. Submit your Placement Description via the Industry Placement Application Form

5. Enrol into the industry placement minor subjects in your chosen Term/s. For information on how to enrol via Student Online, follow these steps.

Please allow up to 2 weeks for the Subject Coordinator to review your application and conduct necessary checks.

2c. University Sourced Industry Placement

(I am applying for an advertised university sourced placement for LTU3IND, LTU5IND or the Industry Placement Minor)

View the advertised University Sourced Industry Placement opportunities and PD's here.

Please provide: 

1. A CV/Resume which is tailored to the Placement Description that you want to apply for.

2. A Cover Letter indicating why you are interested in the placement opportunity, and how your particular skill set is relevant to the host organisation.

3. Complete the Industry Placement Application Form where you will upload your prepared CV and Cover Letter

Your CV and Cover Letter will be sent to a potential host organisation, so make a strong impression from the beginning.

Remember - the key to your success is preparation!

Here are some tips:

CV/Resume:

  • Make sure you include past volunteer experience and provide details of any clubs that you are part of
  • Build your CV and get AI-powered feedback via Career Ready Assist

Cover letter:

  • Refer to particular tasks, activities or projects from the PD and outline where you may be able to add value or utilise your strengths
  • You will need to tailor and submit a separate cover letter for each of the placement opportunities you apply for
  • Address the cover letter to the organisational contact (the name and contact details can be found in the Placement Description)
  • Visit CareerHub for helpful resources like a cover letter template and checklist.

Host Interviews:

  • You may be asked to do an interview (either online or in-person). Prepare and practice for interviews via Career Ready Assist.

This is a competitive process, and we cannot guarantee you will be offered a placement with the organisation/s you have applied for.

The Industry Placements team will review your application and advise you of the next steps via email.

 

Step 3. After you apply

    • Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an acknowledgment email from the Industry Placements team
    • If there are any issues with your application, the Industry Placements team will contact you for further information
    • If provisionally approved, the Industry Placements team will send you an email which will include a Student Placement Deed which you must read, sign and return asap via email: industryplacements@latrobe.edu.au

      • Please note: If there is information missing from your application, the placement may not be approved, or the intended start date may be delayed.

      If you have enrolled in a placement subject without securing a placement, you will asked with withdraw from the subject prior to census date.

Step 4. Pre-placement

  • Ensure you have provided all your compliance documents (if applicable) prior to your placement commencement date
  • Your host will be required to sign a Work Based Learning (WBL) Agreement. The Industry Placement team organises this directly with your host organisation
  • Look out for the Final Approval Email from the Industry Placements team confirming your placement start date

Please allow an additional timeframe of up to 2 weeks for all documentation to be signed off and completed.

Remember, you cannot start your placement until:

  • You have signed and submitted your Student Placement Deed
  • You have received a final confirmation email from the Industry Placements team, confirming your approved placement start date
  • The WBL Agreement has been completed and signed by your host

Please note: If your placement is not approved or the paperwork is not signed before census date, you may need to withdraw your enrolment from the Industry Placement elective subject/s.

International Students

Most international student visas allow you to work up to 48 hours per fortnight and full time during University session breaks.

If you're in Australia on a student visa, the number of hours you're allowed to work is defined in your student visa conditions. These restrictions may include any work experience (or placement) undertaken as part of your study. This includes elective industry placements which may count towards your working hours. For more information, please visit: International Students & Work Rights in Australia | La Trobe University

Key dates

Industry Placement Minor

Please note: All applications close at 12pm (midday) on the closing date.

University sourced applications

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication open/close dates

Term 4, 2025

28 July - 5 September

Open: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Close: Thursday 17 April 2025

Term 5, 2025

15 September - 24 October

Open: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Close: Thursday 17 April 2025

Student sourced applications 

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication closing date

Term 3, 2025

28 April - 6 June

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Term 4, 2025

28 July - 5 September

Monday 14 July 2025

Term 5, 2025

15 September - 24 October

Monday 1 September 2025

Term 6, 2025

3 November - 12 December

Friday 17 October 2025

Industry Placement Subject: LTU3IND

Please note: All applications close at 12pm (midday) on the closing date.

University sourced applications

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication open/close dates

Semester 2, 2025

28 July – 24 October

Open: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Close: Thursday 17 April 2025

Student sourced applications 

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication closing date

Semester 2, 2025

28 July – 24 October

Friday 11 July 2025

Summer 2025

17 November - 15 February

Friday 31 October 2025

Industry Venture Challenge applications (applicable for LTU3IND only) 

Teaching period Semester/Term dates Application open/close date

Semester 2, 2025

11 August - 24 October

Open: Wednesday 18 June

Close: Friday 11 July

Industry Placement Subject: LTU5IND

Please note: All applications close at 12pm (midday) on the closing date.

University sourced applications

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication open/close dates

Semester 2, 2025

28 July – 24 October

Open: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Close: Thursday 17 April 2025

Student sourced applications

Teaching periodSemester/Term datesApplication closing date

Semester 2, 2025

28 July - 24 Oct

Friday 11 July 2025

Industry Placement Bursaries

La Trobe University is supporting students who have commenced a placement by offering the opportunity to apply for an Industry Placement Bursary. Don't miss out!

Find out more

Resources

Contact us

  • For further information about the industry placement subjects, the application process and placement opportunities, please email: industryplacements@latrobe.edu.au
  • For general enquiries about La Trobe WBL placements, please submit via the Work Based Learning Placements Student Enquiry form