The University of Melbourne | Melbourne Connect The University of Melbourne | Melbourne Connect
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Access Leading Researchers, Talent and Entrepreneurs

Leverage a powerful and diverse network of innovation.

Modern innovation flourishes when there is a convergence of disciplines, skills and ideas. Melbourne Connect will embed people in an engaging and diverse ecosystem, and create a culture of excellence in ideation, knowledge sharing and sustainable innovation.

Designed to Foster Connections

Connect with Experts
An onsite Liaison Office dedicated to fostering connections among tenants, peers, researchers, and talent. All tenants will be assigned a Partnership Manager who will be the key point of contact, fostering connections with University experts, facilitating collaboration, and coordinating activities.


Connect to Leading Research and Resources
With research expenditure $1.1B and more than 100 Research Centres, the University of Melbourne is a proven partner in ground breaking research. View this video for a small sample of leading research translation that was Made Possible by Melbourne.


Engage Australia’s Leading Talent
The University of Melbourne attracts and produces some of the best talent from Australia and around the globe. Tenants will be supported to connect and engage with the University’s students and worldclass education programs.

Bespoke talent engagement programs can be developed, with a vast range of opportunities:

  • Internships: Give talented students the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in your organisation
  • Industry Projects: Collaborate with students on a project or concept of value to your organisation
  • Mentoring: Become a mentor and help to challenge, motivate, inspire and empower the next generation of students
  • Recruitment: Find highly skilled applicants from our student community for positions in your company


Develop and Retain Your Teams
With over 100 areas of study to choose from, we will help you achieve your professional development objectives. Whether you are in need of up-skilling or re-skilling your teams, tenants will received guided access to the University’s vast educational offering, from bachelor’s degrees through to custom training.


Connect to Influential and Effective Peers
The cohabitants of Melbourne Connect will be true peers, equated by a shared commitment to innovation, world-class expertise and an appetite for collaboration that will speed the process of bringing new thinking to life.