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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

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

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

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

Charlie contributes to transparency and fairness in legal system through internship with Legal Practice Board

Bachelor of Arts student Charlie recently interned with the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia, gaining valuable behind-the-scenes insights into the legal system, an Outstanding Intern Award nomination, and ongoing employment.

2 September, 2025

Alyssa nominated for award following internship to protect WA ecosystems

Alyssa is studying a Bachelor of Science at UWA, majoring in Environmental Science, and has been nominated for the McCusker Centre for Citizenship Outstanding Intern Award for her contribution to protecting WA’s natural environment with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

19 August, 2025

Gibran’s internship supports stronger Community Resource Centres

Gibran, a Bachelor of Commerce student, recently interned with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, contributing to an initiative aimed at strengthening Community Resource Centres across the State.

8 August, 2025

Max uses research skills to help take complexity out of renting

Max Stewart with the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety, helping the Consumer Protection Division take some of the complexity out of the tenancy bonds process that many Western Australians deal with.

4 August, 2025