The Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program (DIIGS)

The Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship Program (DIIGS) is a program designed to ensure a pipeline of skilled professional and para-professional workers in Western Australia’s Defence industry.


Programmed Training Services, collaborates with Defence industry employers (click here to see Western Australia's Defence Capability), universities and vocational education and training providers to provide you with exceptional placement opportunities and support services.


Defence industry relevant qualifications including, however not limited to, engineering, project management, logistics, technical officers, information and cyber, and commercial management to take part in the program. 


This program is funded by the West Australian State Government.

Advice from the Fair Works Ombudsman regarding student placements

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman has produced a fact sheet for employers providing vocational placement for students.