Earn while you learn in real workplaces, with flexible study and coaching. Designed for motivated people who want job-ready skills without debt.
Odyssey is a two-year, work-integrated learning program designed with industry. You’ll be placed into real teams 3-4 days a week while you study 2-1 days a week, online, with coaching and support. Our aim is to help you build real skills, earn income, and graduate with an industry-valued qualification.
Who It’s For:
- Early-career learners who are practical, motivated, and career-focused. We are after top talent.
- Interest in technology space, especially in areas of data, analytics, project management, AI, etc.
- People who prefer hands-on learning want to earn while studying, and value clear job outcomes.
- No prior uni experience required; curiosity, problem-solving and commitment matter most.
What You’ll Gain:
- Paid, real-world experience 3 days/week in roles like software, data or product management.
- Structured online learning with coaching, projects, and feedback linked to your work.
- Career guidance, mentor support, and a cohort community.
Program Details
Dates & Time commitment
- Pilot intake: February 2026 start; evaluation period: 6-months.
- Work: 3-4 days/week with an employer; Study: ~8–12 hours/week plus + coaching.
- Key milestones: readiness sprint, mentored placement, and achieve companies' goals.
Delivery mode
- Blended: online learning + in-person work at your host employer.
- Initial regions: Melbourne (roles vary by employer).
Cost & funding
- Designed as employer-funded: no upfront tuition for learners when placed with an employer.
- You earn a wage (at least minimum wage) while you study.
Assessment & certification
- No academic credits will be issued, only professional experience.
- Weekly assessment by employer/Odyssey
Technology & materials
- Laptop or desktop, reliable internet, webcam and headset.
- We provide access to required software.
Eligibility & Requirements:
- Right to work in Australia for the duration of the program (required for paid placement).
- English proficiency suitable for workplace communication and online study.
- No specific prior study required; basic digital literacy preferred.
- ID verification required; police/other checks may be required by some employers.
- Accessibility: reasonable adjustments are available for applications, learning and work.
How to Register:
- Click “apply”
- Fill out our Expression of Interest form and submit.
- We will review and contact you.
Important Dates:
- EOI closes: 10th Dec 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (Melbourne time).
Selection Process:
- Step 1: Screening your EOI and evaluate fitting.
- Step 2: Short call or interview to understand your goals and fit.
- Step 3: Offers and waitlist issued on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility:
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, women, non-binary and trans people, culturally diverse communities, people with disability and neurodivergent people. If you need adjustments at any stage, tell us in your EOI and we’ll work with you to make it accessible.
Privacy:
Your data is handled in line with OES’s privacy policy and used only for Odyssey admissions, administration and required reporting. See: Privacy Policy - OES.
Compliance reminders: no guarantees of placement, funding or employment; final credential title/level not confirmed for the pilot; wages might vary by employer.
Contact:
Questions? [email protected].
Ready to start your Odyssey?
