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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 open and close on 4 October 2026 for a 2027 start.

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 

Register for the Career Change Internship Program Live Chat on 24 September 2026: https://bit.ly/4cyklaT

This live chat will provide prospective candidates with information about the program, including its benefits, eligibility requirements and application process.

How do I apply?

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

UniSQ Resources

See our postgraduate initial teacher education program overviews:

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Bright minds turning to the classroom

Jaimee Crisp is one of UniSQ's students participating in an Internship Program conducted in partnership with the Department of Education Queensland. Read about her story and become inspired to start your own journey.

Jaimee's story

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