What is QUT OZ EX?

The QUT OZ EX program is specifically designed for QUT international students to gain Australian industry experience. Participants will complete a week-long team project with a Brisbane-based industry partner. Guided by an in-company mentor, students will be exposed to an Australian workplace and develop skills including teamwork, critical thinking and communication.

Previous program participants completed projects with various industry partners, including Tourism and Events Queensland, Aviation Australia and intelliHR.

What students get

Students who participate in the QUT OZ EX program will:

  • build Australian industry work experience
  • improve workplace skills, including business etiquette, communication and problem solving
  • receive mentoring from an Australian industry professional
  • connect with other QUT international students across different study areas and nationalities
  • establish industry contacts and build their professional network
  • receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program.

Sara Cheung -
Bachelor of Business

It was an amazing opportunity for me to gain local working experience. This program improved my employability skills before stepping into full-time working life!

Amanda Seek - Bachelor of Nutrition Science

QUT OZEX provided me an opportunity to work as a team and completed an industry project. It helped me built my interpersonal skills and understood employer expectations.

Anna Sheremeteva - Master of Business

I have completed a real industry program with a local business partner. This experience later helped me to secure an internship with one of the biggest media agencies.

Contact us

For enquiries about the program and how your students can get involved, contact us.