DXC Technology has partnered with Murdoch University to create a new internship pathway that gives Western Australian undergraduates hands-on experience with real enterprise projects while earning academic credit. The program is designed to plug skills gaps for major infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives across the state by aligning classroom learning with practical, industry-standard work.
Real projects, real learning
Under the initiative, Murdoch students will work alongside DXC professionals and DXC customers on live engagements. Those placements will expose participants to enterprise-scale environments and technologies — from systems integration and cloud migration to cybersecurity, data management, and digital operations. The program aims to accelerate job readiness by letting students apply theoretical knowledge to concrete business challenges.
Local benefits, broader impact
“By aligning academic learning with industry needs, this program will help boost local employment outcomes and ensure graduates are well-prepared to meet workforce demands,” said Seelan Nayagam, President of DXC Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa. DXC frames the partnership as an investment in Western Australia’s economic future: a pipeline of graduates ready to support infrastructure projects and digital transformation initiatives in both public and private sectors.
University perspective: shaping industry-ready graduates
Professor David Parry, Dean of Information Technology at Murdoch University, said the collaboration reflects the university’s emphasis on producing industry-ready IT professionals. Murdoch plans to embed practical units, internships and project-based learning into curricula so students can graduate with demonstrable skills and workplace experience.
“Our partnership with DXC reflects a shared commitment to preparing students for the future and strengthening Western Australia’s job market,” Parry said.
How the program works
Students accepted into the internship pathway will be matched with DXC teams or client projects for placements that count toward course credit. Placements will be supervised and include structured learning outcomes so students both contribute to business deliverables and build a documented portfolio of applied skills. This model reduces the divide between academic assessments and employer expectations, smoothing graduates’ transition into full-time roles.
Strategic context: supporting WA’s tech and infrastructure demand
Western Australia is seeing increased demand for digital skills as large-scale infrastructure and modernization projects ramp up. By combining DXC’s enterprise capabilities with Murdoch’s academic programs, the initiative aims to supply local employers with graduates who can hit the ground running — improving regional employment outcomes while helping organisations accelerate delivery.
What this means for industry and students
For DXC, the program offers a pipeline of trained talent attuned to the company’s technology stack and project approach. For students, it provides career-defining experience, stronger employer connections, and academic credit for work that mirrors the realities of enterprise IT. For the region, it strengthens the talent base needed to support future growth and digital resilience.