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Catherine’s experiences with the McCusker Centre for Citizenship enrich studies on way to Psychology career

Catherine moved to Perth from the South West to study at UWA, completing the Minor in Active Citizenship to complement her ongoing Psychology studies.

27 November, 2025

Anushka’s internship with Alike WA harnesses data to support community wellbeing

Anushka, a Master of Data Science student, put his skills to use in the final semester of his study with an internship supporting Alike WA.

25 November, 2025

Genevieve learns about importance of community participation in politics through internship with Commonwealth Senator

Genevieve, a Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics, had the chance to work on issues including renewable energy and advocacy for vulnerable communities while interning with the Office of Senator Fatima Payman.

20 November, 2025

Spencer contributes data analysis skills to Raine Study’s inter-generational research

Spencer recently wrapped up a 100-hour Research Impact Intern role by presenting her data analysis work at the Raine Study Symposium 2025.

19 November, 2025

Jonathan picks up practical skills 3D printing clinical products through internship

Jonathan built up practical skills designing 3D printed products with the Royal Perth Hospital Innovation Hub.

18 November, 2025

Amrita learns how technical skills can make a difference through ERICA Women’s Centre internship

Master of IT student, Amrita, gained valuable real-world experience while making a difference with ERICA Women’s Centre.

29 October, 2025

Libby helps Constitutional Centre promote civic engagement

Ahead of the last semester of her UWA Bachelor of Commerce degree, Libby interned with the Department of the Premier and Cabinet's Constitutional Centre of WA

27 October, 2025

Gibran awarded for internship helping strengthen regional WA communities

Gibran Alvaro was one of eight UWA students and recent graduates presented with the 2025 McCusker Centre for Centre for Citizenship’s Outstanding Intern Award today, selected from a strong field of 142 nominees for his contribution with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

14 October, 2025

Interns recognised for outstanding contributions at McCusker Centre for Citizenship 2025 event

Eight UWA students and recent graduates were named as recipients of the 2025 McCusker Centre for Citizenship Outstanding Intern Award today, recognising their contributions to projects in the not-for-profit, community, local government and public sectors.

14 October, 2025

Farah earns Outstanding Intern Award for VR work with Patches Australia

Farah Warnakulasuriya, a Master of Information Technology student at UWA, has been named as a recipient of the 2025 McCusker Centre for Citizenship Outstanding Intern Award, after an impactful internship with Patches Australia.

14 October, 2025