Australia · Internship · Reviewed 2026-10-14

RMIT Centre for Urban Research (CUR) Summer Sustainability Fellowship

Eight-week summer research placement investigating climate resilience in urban microclimates, urban biodiversity conservation, and zero-carbon building transitions in Melbourne.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Current 3rd year undergraduate or Honours student with minimum WAM 70%.
English language proficiency: English communication.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Coursework in urban planning, environmental geography, or circular economy.
Recommendation letters: One academic tutor letter.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Living bursary of AUD $4,000 for an 8-week structured urban research project
Application fee: No application fee
Tuition / joining costs: No tuition charges.

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 30, 2026 (Summer vacation scholarship intake)
Last source review: 2026-10-14

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Facts reflect official RMIT University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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