Bond x Turner & Townsend Mentorship and Industry Placement Program

Bond University is proud to launch a transformative new initiative in collaboration with Turner & Townsend, an internationally renowned professional services company, and the global leader in project management, program, cost and commercial management. This unique opportunity bridges the gap between academic study and real-world industry practice, empowering students to apply their knowledge in a dynamic professional environment, while developing skills that set them apart in a competitive job market. 

The Bond University x Turner & Townsend Mentorship and Industry Placement Program connects high-performing undergraduate and postgraduate students in our Project Management programs with seasoned professionals from Turner & Townsend. Through one-on-one mentorship and a paid internship, students will develop their knowledge, refine their career goals, and begin building the networks that will define their future careers.

The program launched in May 2025, marking the beginning of mentor-mentee pairings, placement commencement, and professional development activities. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate as a testament to their dedication, professional growth, and participation in this industry-leading initiative.

Bond University is proud to partner with Turner & Townsend to offer students unparalleled access to real-world experiences and one-on-one industry mentorship designed to shape the next generation of project leaders across all private and public industry sectors. This program is designed to further strengthen the vital bridge between academic study and industry practice.

What's involved?

Over two consecutive semesters, selected students will:

  • Complete a minimum of two full days per week with Turner & Townsend.
  • Be paid for their time, gaining valuable industry experience in a supported employment arrangement.
  • Receive personalised mentoring from experienced project management professionals.
  • Engage in structured learning through SMART goal setting, regular progress check-ins, and milestone reflections.
  • Deliver a final presentation showcasing their placement experience and learnings.

Partnership details

Bond University and Turner & Townsend have joined forces to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry practice. This initiative offers Bond students real-world project management experience as part of their studies, as well as authentic pathways to employment, leadership, and innovation within the rapidly expanding field of project management.

Turner & Townsend is globally recognised for its expertise in project management, cost and commercial management, and advisory services. With a track record of delivering complex projects and sustainable infrastructure solutions across more than 50 countries, they bring unmatched insight and value to this collaboration with Bond University.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to cultivating future-ready professionals equipped with the insight, skills, and confidence to lead in an ever-evolving global market.

Key benefits

  • Under the Mentorship and Industry Placement Program, eligible students from Bond’s Project Management degrees will gain access to mentorship from Turner & Townsend professionals. These experienced mentors will guide students through tailored career conversations, skill development, and industry expectations.

    The program offers real project exposure through paid industry placements two days per week, giving students the chance to apply their learning and observe best-practice consulting in action. In return, Turner & Townsend will gain access to Bond’s top-performing Project Management students, allowing them to identify and nurture future talent. 

  • The Bond University x Turner & Townsend Mentorship and Industry Placement Program is more than just a placement, it’s a career-defining opportunity. Students will transition from classroom theory into practical environments with expert guidance every step of the way.

    Participation in this program includes a paid internship component, which will equip students with real-world insight, professional confidence, and competitive advantage in the graduate employment market. 

Under the Mentorship and Industry Placement Program, eligible students from Bond’s Project Management degrees will gain access to mentorship from Turner & Townsend professionals. These experienced mentors will guide students through tailored career conversations, skill development, and industry expectations.

The program offers real project exposure through paid industry placements two days per week, giving students the chance to apply their learning and observe best-practice consulting in action. In return, Turner & Townsend will gain access to Bond’s top-performing Project Management students, allowing them to identify and nurture future talent. 

Key program information

The Bond University x Turner & Townsend Mentorship and Industry Placement Program is tailored for high-achieving, motivated students pursuing studies in Project Management within the Faculty of Society & Design.

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 employees across 50+ countries. Their work spans some of the world’s most high-profile infrastructure and property projects, underpinned by values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

Bond University and Turner & Townsend are united in their belief that mentorship and real-world experience are essential to producing confident, capable graduates. We encourage eligible students to apply and take the first step in a career journey shaped by purpose, innovation, and opportunity.

Through this partnership, students will receive:

  • Paid placements with a global leader in project management and professional services

  • One-on-one mentoring from Turner & Townsend professionals

  • Access to professional development events and networking opportunities

  • A program completion certificate recognising their participation and growth

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Eligibility criteria and selection process

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the requirements outlined below:

Selection Process

  1. At the end of each semester, students who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted and contacted by the Discipline Lead for their program.
     
  2. Shortlisted students will be invited to attend an interview with a Bond University academic and receive Faculty endorsement. 
     
  3. Students who have received Faculty endorsement will be invited to interview with Turner & Townsend, to demonstrate their communication skills, motivation and cultural fit.
     
  4. The successful student will be notified by their program Discipline Lead, and will be sent a formal offer of employment from Turner & Townsend. They will commence their internship from Week 1 of the next semester. 

    Unsuccessful students will be notified by their program Discipline Lead.

Successful program candidates

We congratulate the inaugural student selected to participate in the Bond University x Turner & Townsend Mentorship and Industry Placement Program, Ephraim Martenson, in May 2025. Ephraim is an outstanding individual who has demonstrated excellence, commitment, and potential throughout his studies.

We look forward to supporting his journey and celebrating the achievements of future students selected for this program.