Vacation Employment
DSTO Melbourne
December 2002 - February 2003

Vacation employment at DSTO is a genuine opportunity to make practical use of your
studies and work with world leaders in your field.

Each vacation employment student is allocated a discrete research project and presents his or her findings in a written report and oral presentation. Each student also receives an evaluation from his or her supervisor.

Vacation employment students find their time at DSTO to be extremely valuable. In addition to the technical experience gained, many comment on the unique working environment offered by DSTO.

"DSTO is a great place to work. The people are friendly and helpful and the atmosphere is
very conducive to research work. It was an easy transition from a university research
environment," said Joe Moniodis, an honours-graduate from Murdoch University and
participant in DSTO's 2001-2002 vacation employment program.

"It's a great experience. The scientific training I have received here will no doubt be very
valuable in any future career."

Many vacation employment students are later successful in obtaining permanent employment at DSTO.

All placements are located at Fishermans Bend and Maribyrnong in Melbourne.

DSTO is looking for candidates with highly competitive academic results and relevant
work experience. You will also need to demonstrate team skills and a genuine interest in
a career in research and development.

Application details: Applications including your curriculum vitae, academic
transcripts (scanned documents are acceptable), and the DSTO application form
available from http://www.dsto.defence.gov.au careers section, should be sent to the below address:

Send applications to: Manager - Recruitment, Personnel Services, PO Box 2288U,
Melbourne, VIC 3001. Or email: vic.recruitment@defence.gov.au
Telephone (03) 9282 7308

Note: Applicants must be Australian citizens. These are security-designated positions so
successful applicants must qualify for a security clearance.

Successful applicants will be advised by 1 October 2002.

Applications close: 30 August 2002
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