Duration:
4–12 weeks
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About the role

Location: Australia
Mode: In-Person / Hybrid / Remote
Duration: 4–12 weeks
Availability: Subject to host organisation and project availability

The Research & Knowledge Fellowship provides an opportunity to explore a focused topic, question or area of interest through structured research and knowledge development.

As a Fellow, you may investigate a real-world issue, analyse existing information, identify insights and contribute to a research-based project. You will have the opportunity to develop your own perspective while working with mentors, professionals or project teams.

The fellowship is designed for individuals who want to strengthen their research capabilities, explore a particular field and produce meaningful knowledge or recommendations.

Key responsibilities
  • Define and refine research questions or project objectives.
  • Conduct literature, industry, market or topic-specific research.
  • Collect, review and analyse relevant information and evidence.
  • Identify key findings, trends, gaps and opportunities.
  • Organise and document research findings.
  • Develop insights, recommendations or research outputs.
  • Collaborate with mentors, researchers or project stakeholders.
  • Prepare presentations, reports or other knowledge outputs.
  • Present findings and communicate conclusions clearly.
  • Contribute ideas to strengthen the overall research project.
Required skills and qualifications
  • Strong interest in research, investigation or knowledge development.
  • Analytical and critical-thinking skills.
  • Ability to research and evaluate information independently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Curiosity and an interest in exploring complex questions.
Preferred background or areas of study
  • University students and recent graduates.
  • Postgraduate students and researchers.
  • Young professionals.
  • Individuals exploring a new field of research.
  • People interested in evidence-based problem solving.
  • Individuals seeking international research experience.
Learning outcomes and development opportunities

Areas You May Explore

  • Academic and applied research
  • Industry research
  • Social research
  • Technology and innovation research
  • Market and consumer research
  • Cultural research
  • Policy and emerging issues
  • Knowledge development
  • Research methodologies
  • Future trends and emerging topics

What You’ll Gain

  • Practical research experience.
  • Experience working on a focused research project.
  • Stronger analytical and critical-thinking capabilities.
  • Research and knowledge-development skills.
  • Experience communicating research findings.
  • Professional mentoring and guidance.
  • Exposure to an Australian professional environment.
  • Opportunities to build international networks.
Working arrangement

Your fellowship project will be shaped around the host organisation, available projects and your interests, skills and background. You may work independently or as part of a team, with guidance from mentors or project stakeholders throughout the experience.