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Career Change Internship Program

If you have a bachelor’s degree and are looking for a career change, this is your opportunity to become a primary or secondary teacher.

We are excited to announce that the Department of Education will again partner with the University of Southern Queensland to deliver its 2027 internship program, the Career Change Internship Program (CCIP).

Applications are now closed for the 2027 intake.

What is the Career Change Internship (CCIP) program?

This program is for degree-qualified career changers, including veterans, looking to transition into teaching in high-demand curriculum areas across Queensland state schools in priority regions.

What does the Career Change Internship program involve? The Career Change Internship Program helps you become a teacher with:

  • a $20,000 scholarship in your first year of postgraduate study
  • a paid internship during your second (final) year of study
  • an offer of permanent employment on completion.

Where do I find out more?

Go to the Department of Education Career Change website: https://www.qld.gov.au/CareerChange  

How do I apply?

Apply via the Department of Education Career Change website:  https://www.qld.gov.au/CareerChange 

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From design industry to shaping futures

After a decade in the design industry, Anna Pinese transitioned to teaching through UniSQ's Master of Learning and Teaching (Secondary) and a government-funded internship program. Read about her story and become inspired to start your own career change journey.

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