Deadline: 10-Oct-22
Applications for the 2022-23 SummerTech LIVE program are now open.
The SummerTech LIVE program will match digitally skilled tertiary ICT students and recent graduates with Victorian businesses to solve tech challenges and boost competitiveness.
SummerTech LIVE bridges the skills gap for businesses, and gives students and recent graduates invaluable on-the-job experience.
The Victorian Government is investing in an innovative approach to develop the digital skills needed to support the businesses and workforce of the future.
The model is simple: Business (technical problem) + Students/recent Graduates (skills) + Educators (expert supervision). In summary, the SummerTech LIVE studentship will include:
- A challenging technical problem from which both students/recent grads and the participating business can derive business insights and meaningful outcomes.
- At least one academic staff member from the education partner to act as supervisor, provide technical expertise and liaise with the student and business.
- A dedicated mentor from the business who has the time available to collaborate on the project.
- Meaningful paid work experience for the student(s)- offering opportunities for developing innovative, creative thinking, problem-solving abilities and job-ready skills.
Funding Information
- The program offers participants a $5,000 studentship for 10–12 weeks over the summer break. There is no cost to businesses.
How can SummerTech LIVE benefit business?
- This is an opportunity for a business to accelerate technology adoption and innovation. It’s an opportunity to build digital capability and improve competitiveness through accessing academic supervisors and exceptional tertiary students. SummerTech LIVE can help build relationships with education partners for future collaboration.
Eligibility Criteria
- The SummerTech LIVE program is available to all registered Victorian businesses who:
- Have an Australian Business Number (ABN) with a Victorian address;
- Derive most of their income from the business activities;
- Have been established and in operation for more than six months;
- Have an innovative and achievable tech project; and
- Are willing and available to mentor a student for 10-12 weeks over the December- February period meeting at least weekly.
For more information, visit https://www.vic.gov.au/summertech-live