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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

Tom’s contribution with Road Safety Commission earns him Outstanding Intern Award

Tom Mackay graduated from UWA with a Bachelor of Commerce in July this year and has since moved to Narrogin to begin his professional career. He was back at UWA today to receive a McCusker Centre for Citizenship’s Outstanding Intern Award for his contribution to the work of the Road Safety Commission.

14 October, 2025

Commissioner for Children and Young People recognised for partnership with UWA McCusker Centre for Citizenship internship program

The Commissioner for Children and Young People WA has been recognised for making a significant contribution to the McCusker Centre for Citizenship’s award-winning internship program for UWA students.

14 October, 2025