The University recently celebrated students, staff and industry for their exemplary efforts in aligning student study to future employment.
BAE Systems was recognised for its long-term support with taking on career-ready placement students and was inducted into the Industry Hall of Fame by Professor Alex Zelinsky AO – Vice-Chancellor and President.
Andrew Chapman, Director – Aerospace at BAE Systems Australia, said the success stories recognised at the ceremony demonstrated the commitment to aligning the future workforce training with the emerging needs of industry.
“BAE Systems has had a long association with the College of Engineering,” Mr Chapman said.
“Many students who participate in our internships transition into graduate programs within BAE Systems or externally, which is testament to our positive work culture,” he said.
BAE Systems has provided highly sought after career-ready placement opportunities to Newcastle students for the past seven years.
During that time, more than 15 undergraduate students have gained invaluable on-the-job experience in Aerospace Systems, Mechanical and Mechatronics, Electrical and Electronics, Software and Computer Systems Engineering.
“Our University partnerships provide students with a solid foundation for a future in the defence industry,” said Brenna Ryan, Graduate and Intern Partner at BAE Systems Australia.
“Coupled with structured learning and real-world experiences and challenges, this provides students with an opportunity to support extraordinary projects as we continue to build sovereign capability,” said Ms Ryan.
“Our vision is to supply the business areas with an exceptional pool of talent who have the mindset and skillset required to challenge established ways of working and to contribute new ideas to the way we work,” she said.