This position is offered through the ANU Computing Internship courses (COMP4820 / COMP8830).
Semester 2, 2026 applications open on Monday 18th May 2026 and close on Sunday 31st May 2026.
Company
Informing, connecting and empowering the disability sector by providing knowledge resources.
Project
The abilityNEWS Daily is an e-newsletter that hits the inboxes of key decision-makers in the disability sector every morning.
In this project you will develop a website capable of supporting the abilityNEWS Daily newsletter (and new offerings) by providing a continually updating database of information and resources for the disability community in Australia.
Required technical skills
Preferred technical skills and experience include website design and development, database-driven web applications, and content management systems. Experience with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or modern web development frameworks would be beneficial.
Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices (e.g., WCAG) is highly desirable given the project’s focus on supporting the disability community. Experience with digital communication or e-newsletter platforms, including Beehiiv or similar tools, would also be advantageous.
Experience with AI platforms and workflows, including tools such as ChatGPT, is desirable, particularly where these may support content organisation, summarisation, automation, or resource discovery. Students who are interested in exploring and recommending appropriate tools or workflows for different project needs are encouraged.
Experience or interest in databases, search functionality, tagging systems, analytics, search engine optimisation, or user experience (UX) design would also be valuable.
Required/preferred professional and other skills
Enthusiasm and initiative.
Delivery Mode
Hybrid
Project’s Special Requirements/ Conditions
None
Type of internship
Educational internship (unpaid)
How to apply
Applications are invited from eligible students to apply for the Computing Internship courses COMP4820 or COMP8830. Eligibility details of COMP4820 / COMP8830 and further information about the Computing Internship can be found on the Computing Internship page.
Eligible students can apply through the Computing Internship application form which will be available via the Computing Internship page between Monday 18th May 2026 and close on Sunday 31st May 2026.
You can nominate multiple preferred Internship projects and host organisations through the one online application form.
Eligibility and room available in degree to undertake COMP4820/COMP8830 will be assessed at the time of application. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria or do not have room in your degree to fit COMP4820/COMP8830, your application will not be progressed.
Your application will require you to upload the following documents:
- an updated copy of your resume, and
- an expression of interest (limit 350 words) for each organisation you wish to apply to (organisations with multiple projects may only submit one expression of interest, so state clearly which project/s you wish to be considered for).