FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Get the answers to questions about our property scholarships, internships and how PEF can support you on your career journey.
How do I get involved with PEF?
There are several ways you can be involved with PEF, including:
- If you are a school – PEF can attend your Careers Day or deliver a presentation on
property careers, property education courses and its pathways to students at a pre-
arranged day and time. - If you are a student – we can assist you with applying for our scholarship, internships
and provide general property education and career information. - If you are a business within the property industry – we would love for you to support
PEF and reap the benefits of young people choosing a career in property. There are
many different ways you can be involved. Find out more here.
How do I apply for a PEF scholarship?
Applications for our scholarships in Perth open every September. Make sure to check our Scholarships page for all of the relevant information and eligibility. Apply via our web form and once applications have closed, you will be notified whether you’ve been shortlisted for an interview.
How do I find out if I am successful?
Once our scholarship applications close, the shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. After the interviews have been conducted, the shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly and the lucky recipient will be announced!
What is the criteria for applying for a PEF scholarship?
Applicants must be:
- An Australian citizen
- Enrolling in the first or second year of study at a University in Perth, Western Australia
- Studying a Property/Property related major (Property, Property Development & Valuation, Property & Finance, Property & Marketing, Urban Development & Regional Planning, Surveying, Architecture etc.)
- Enrolling in full time or part time study each semester
Visit our Scholarships page to learn more about eligibility.
What does the scholarship consist of?
Scholarship recipients receive:
- $15,000 for the duration of their study
- an internship placement
- invitations to networking and educational events held by PEF
Scholarship recipients must maintain a full-time or part-time study load for the duration of their property and property related degree. They must also achieve a minimum course weighted average of 70%.
How can I support PEF?
You can support PEF in many ways!
As an individual, you can volunteer to be on the Management Subcommittee.
As a company, you can become a Sponsor. Take a look at all the ways you can support the work of PEF.
How can PEF support me in my career journey?
We can help you with your career journey by assisting you with internship opportunities. This will give you exposure to the property industry and direct work experience in a possible field you would like to work in. We can also provide guidance on the various property careers available and what career paths might be right for you.
Does PEF hold networking events?
We absolutely do! Check out the Events Calendar for details about any upcoming events.
Does it cost anything for PEF to present at my school?
No, it doesn’t.
To organise a presentation at your school, contact us at secretariat@pef.org.au
How do I apply for an internship with PEF?
Send your resume and academic reports to secretariat@pef.org.au and ensure you include the
following information:
- Your year of study
- Degree you are enrolled in
- Contact phone number
- Email address
If you are successful, we will contact you before the June/July semester break to set up a placement.
Visit our internships page to learn more about the types of internships programs we offer.
When are internship placements offered?
Our internships are offered during the June/July university semester break.
What is the cut-off date for applying for an internship?
Students should apply by the end of April each year. Visit our internships page to learn more about the types of internships programs we offer.
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