Patrick

Twelve weeks flew by. This internship was an amazing journey of professional and personal growth, learning and hands-on experience. I’m incredibly grateful to Western Chances for the opportunity.

In 2022 I completed a Bachelor of Biomedicine and in 2023 commenced a Master of Public Health, specialising health policy, systems and practice.

I was fortunate to be offered a paid internship with Homes Victoria as a Project Support Officer in the Social Investment team. This gave me the opportunity explore best-practice social procurement policies across Australia and attend community event initiatives to gain exposure to the internal workings of social procurement and community housing. It was great to be exposed to different work areas and to take on practical work that aligned with my studies and where I want to be in the future.

The internship has been an amazing journey of growth and hands-on experience. It has presented me with many opportunities to build confidence and exposure to corporate processes. Homes Victoria has now offered me a five-month full-time role as a Project Support Officer in the Public Housing Improvement team. I’ll also be completing my Masters part-time.

I’m excited and proud to take the next steps in my career. Without Western Chances, I wouldn’t have this fantastic opportunity.