Leadership Program

Career Accelerator Program – Digital Infrastructure (12 Weeks)

Location: Remote.

Organisation: Food Systems Collective.

Duration: 12-week structured career acceleration program.

Cost: No cost to participants, yes it is FREE.

Are you a recent graduate or final-year student in computer science, information technology, software engineering, cybersecurity, data science or a related STEM discipline

The Food Systems Collective Career Accelerator Program – Digital Infrastructure is designed to bridge the gap between university and industry by providing structured, hands-on experience in a supportive professional environment. Rather than simply observing, you'll contribute to real projects while receiving personalised mentoring, career coaching and professional development to help you launch your career with confidence.

What you'll do

As a participant, you'll contribute to projects and/or gain real employment experience that may include:

• Website and digital platform development.
• Cloud-based systems and digital infrastructure.
• Automation and workflow optimisation.
• AI-assisted business solutions.
• Cybersecurity and digital governance initiatives.
• Data management and reporting.
• Process improvement and digital transformation.
• Technical documentation and knowledge management.
• Cross-functional collaboration with marketing, operations and scientific teams.

What you'll receive

Throughout the 12-week program you'll receive:

• Real industry project and employment experience.
• Dedicated career mentor.
• Personalised career coaching.
• CV optimisation.
• LinkedIn profile development.
• Cover letter and job application coaching.
• Interview preparation.
• Professional communication training.
• Leadership and teamwork development.
• Exposure to industry professionals.
• Portfolio-building opportunities.
• Professional references and LinkedIn recommendations (where earned).
• Opportunities to contribute to publications, reports and innovation projects.
• Certificate of completion.

Who this is suited to

We welcome applications from:

• College or university students at any year level.
• Recent graduates.
• Early-career STEM professionals.
• Career changers with strong technical foundations.

Students from the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:

• Computer science
• Information technology
• Software engineering
• Cybersecurity
• Data science
• Artificial intelligence
• Information systems
• Computer engineering
• Digital technologies
• Related STEM disciplines

Desired attributes

We're looking for people who are:

• Curious and eager to learn
• Reliable and professional
• Strong communicators
• Collaborative team players
• Passionate about technology and innovation
• Interested in applying digital solutions to real-world challenges

Why Join Food Systems Collective

Food Systems Collective is building the next generation of professionals working at the intersection of food systems, science, technology and innovation. Our mission is to help emerging STEM professionals develop the technical capability, professional confidence and industry experience needed to thrive in meaningful careers while contributing to projects with real-world impact.

If you're looking for more than an internship—if you want structured mentoring, genuine project experience and a clear pathway towards employment—we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and accelerate your transition from university to industry.