About Project SEARCH
Project SEARCH is open to young adults aged 17 – 28 years, with NDIS funding.
Internships are held in the following locations:
- The Wesley Hospital (Toowong)
- St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital (Spring Hill)
- UnitingCare Head Office (Brisbane CBD)
- Buderim Private Hospital (Sunshine Coast)
Programs are tailored to each intern, designed to maximise their potential by placing them within functions and roles matched to their skills and long-term employment ambitions.
Interns attend the workplace 5 days a week (Monday - Friday) for 6 hours a day, actively engaging in all aspects of the team and work environment, receiving coaching, feedback and ongoing support at every stage.
For more information fill in the form below or email projectsearch@uccommunity.org.au
Eligibility criteria
To become a Project SEARCH intern, you must:
- Be aged between 17- 28 years old
- Have an NDIS plan that includes core or capacity building supports that can be used for the achievement of employment related goals.
- Have independent personal hygiene, grooming and daily living skills
- Be able to take direction and communicate effectively in a workplace setting
- Be able to pass Criminal History and drug screen checks
- Have the desire, family support and plan to work in the open labour market at the conclusion of the Project SEARCH program
- Have completed year 12 before commencing the internship
- Have access to reliable transportation.
Previous experience in a work environment (work experience, volunteer or paid work) is highly desirable.
Do you know a young person with a disability whose potential needs an opportunity so they can shine?
Project SEARCH is an immersive work-based internship program that allows young people to expand their experience and develop their skills while increasing their confidence and self-esteem in a supportive, tailored, structured real-world environment.
Taking place over 12 months, interns participate in three 11-week internships within a workplace. These internships enable them to learn and engage with different departments and provide them with diverse marketable job skills when they embark on their job-seeking journey.
New Programs are now open for applications, so if you know someone who recently finished high school or tertiary studies or, is seeking avenues to stable and rewarding employment, we’d love to share this opportunity with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If I’m interested in participating in Project SEARCH, what should I do?
Fill out the enquiry form below to get in contact.
The Project SEARCH Team Leader is Cameron Williams who can be contacted directly on 0429 554 434 or by emailing projectsearch@uccommunity.org.au
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What does it mean to be a Project SEARCH Intern?
An intern is a student who has been accepted into the Project SEARCH program, has a strong desire to work, has no behavioural/ attendance concerns and is eager to gain employment through a work experience. Students in the program will be referred to as interns by sponsoring parties as well as co-workers during the program. They will be expected to participate in The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital and Ann St’s work culture and do their best to uphold their vision and mission and adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.
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Why is the internship considered to be a student’s last year of school?
The goal of Project SEARCH is to provide interns with marketable and transferable skills that lead to employment. Interested students should anticipate earning employment opportunities once they have completed their internship experience.
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What schedule will student interns follow with Project SEARCH?
Schedules for each Project can be supplied upon request.
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What are the daily hours for interns of Project SEARCH?
Generally the day starts at 8:30am and finishes at 3pm.
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How do student interns get to Project SEARCH each day?
Interns are responsible for their own transportation either through personal or public transportation. Project SEARCH does not provide transportation.