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.
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In this project we will translate the stakeholder consultations, analysis, functional requirements and non-functional requirements from Phase 1.1/1.2 into a precise, implementable conceptual architecture for the complete SAICOP solution- including the SAICOB business capability.
This phase defines how the end-to-end solution will operate, ensuring it is:
- scalable
- governable
- operationally sustainable
- integrable within broader ecosystems
- aligned to Australian Government delivery, security and procurement realities
As the solution will be implemented primarily through configuration and integration of an existing community platform rather than custom software engineering, this phase places strong emphasis on:
- state of the market research for suitable platforms
- platform assessment and shortlisting
- configurability and extensibility
- integration capability
- proof of architectural suitability
Graduate Intern - SAICOP Platform Architecture and Assessment We are seeking a highly capable Graduate Intern from the ANU College of Computing to support the design, assessment and validation of a Sovereign Generative AI and Agentic AI Community of Practice (SAICOP) for Australian Government and Industry.
The intern will work under guidance of senior consultants and industry experts to undertake:
- Conceptual architecture and operating model analysis
- Community platform research and assessment
- Platform integration and interoperability analysis
- Proof of Architecture (POA) activities
- Technical research and documentation
The role is suited to a highly analytical candidate with strong systems thinking capability and interest in:
- Digital platforms and ecosystems
- Collaboration and workflow platforms
Essential Selection Criteria
- Appropriate Degree. Currently undertaking or recently completed a degree in an appropriate area eg: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, AI/Data-related disciplines, or similar
- Analytical and Research Capability. Strong analytical and research capability with ability to: analyse platforms and technologies, understand and experience with conceptual architectures and perform structured comparative assessments.
- Professional English. Strong written and verbal communication skills able to produce clear technical architecture documentation.
- COP Subject Matter Expert (SME). Deep domain knowledge and experience in designing social media and/or professional digital communities, including: community designs, operations, design choices and trade-offs etc to achieve optimal platform performance and community engagement.
- COP Technical Knowledge. Hands-on experience and technical expertise with COP platforms or social media platforms - eg Discourse, Circle etc - and experience in implementing communities on these platforms.
- Cloud and Integration. Demonstrated understanding and hands-on experience with SaaS and cloud platforms; technical integration patterns and technologies, including RESTful APIs, Webhooks etc; Generative AI, ML and Agent AI technologies.
- Software Engineering. Experience with design and development of software components using modern languages such as Java, JavaScript/ Typescript, PowerShell, Python etc
Desirable Selection Criteria
- Sovereign AI. Passionate about shaping Australia’s sovereign AI future and familiarity with Australian Government digital systems and security considerations.
- Self-Starter. Professional, self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively within a consulting and research environment.
Required technical skills
See selection criteria.
Required/preferred professional and other skills
See selection criteria
Delivery Mode
Hybrid
Student location
Canberra
Project’s Special Requirements/ Conditions
None
Type of internship
Paid internship - the student will be engaged as an employee
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).