eHealth NSW Internship Equips Graduates for Digital Health Careers
Sydney, Monday, 17 February 2025.
The eHealth NSW Internship Program concluded on February 15, 2025, empowering 19 interns with digital skills for impactful roles in healthcare transformation through hands-on experience and collaboration.
Program Impact and Legacy
The recently concluded program marks a significant milestone in eHealth NSW’s commitment to developing digital health talent, having engaged over 150 university students since its inception eight years ago [1]. Interns were strategically placed across diverse domains including Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Project Management, and Communications, aligning roles with their academic backgrounds to maximize learning outcomes [1]. This comprehensive approach reflects eHealth NSW’s position as NSW Health’s digital centre of excellence, responsible for delivering world-class ICT services to Australia’s largest public health system [2].
Real-World Experience and Professional Development
The program’s effectiveness stems from its immersive approach, offering interns hands-on experience with actual projects and campaigns [1]. Pia Lenarduzzi, a Communications Intern in the Office of the Chief Executive, exemplified this by representing eHealth NSW at the NSW Government’s inaugural Social Media Summit in September 2024, where she engaged with senior government officials including the Premier to address youth-focused social media challenges [1]. The program’s emphasis on practical experience is complemented by dedicated sessions on effective communication and project management, ensuring interns develop both technical expertise and essential soft skills [1].
Diversity and Inclusion in Digital Health
The program demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering diversity in digital health careers. This was highlighted during the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11, 2025, where intern Jaskirat Kaur emphasized the program’s role in creating opportunities in STEM fields [2]. eHealth NSW’s recent announcement of participation in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade further underscores its dedication to building an inclusive workplace environment [2].
Future Career Pathways
The program’s success in creating sustainable career pathways is evident through examples like Lenarduzzi, who will continue her career at eHealth NSW in the Corporate Communications team after graduating from UNSW with a double degree in media and international studies [1]. This transition from internship to permanent roles demonstrates the program’s effectiveness in nurturing talent and supporting the digital transformation of healthcare systems [1].