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APR.Intern has partnered with the Defence Science Institute (DSI) to provide financial support to VIC-based businesses servicing the Defence sector and deliver a cost effective solution to tackle R&D.
Under the agreement, DSI will provide eligible businesses with a $10,000 APR.Intern subsidy. Businesses can utilise this to access academic expertise through APR.Intern’s short-term PhD student research placements, fill a skills gap and fast-track projects.
PROJECT COSTS
3-Month Project:
$20,000
Full Project Cost
$10,000
DSI Voucher Subsidy
$10,000
Net Cost to Industry Partner
Full project cost includes a monthly stipend for the student.
INTERNSHIP BENEFITS
COST-EFFECTIVE
- Access to specialised PhD expertise
- Used for controlled practice growth
- Suitable for short-term skill needs
- Eligible for R&D tax incentive
RAPID RESULTS
- Short, intensive 3-month projects for quick implementation of results
- Quick turnaround on establishment
- Responsive to changing business needs and priorities
HASSLE FREE
- IP stays with company
- No employment requirements
- Pre-approved contract
- Simple and transparent model
- Proven and trusted
INDUSTRY ELIGIBILITY
Proposal must have Defence relevance
Intern OR business must be Victorian-based
One DSI Intern Voucher per business per year
Business must be a DSI Participant OR an SME
Proposal must be for R&D relevant to DSI’s technology themes or to enhance Defence industry outcomes
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Justin Mabbutt
Business Development Manager (VIC & TAS), APR.Intern
j.mabbutt@aprintern.org.au
