Queensland

Each member will be provided with leading insights and analysis across a broad spectrum of global issues as part of the country’s longest running and only independent national organisation dedicated to Australia’s international affairs. Events run by the AIIA Queensland cover topics ranging from developments in the Indo-Pacific region, bilateral relationships, major geopolitical issues, as well as other international special interest topics.

A membership to the AIIA Queensland is open. Our institute offers a vast range of these subscriptions at various prices for individuals, couples and students, whether domestic or international, as well as to businesses, government departments, not-for-profit organisations and many more.

To register for one, click below and join our organisation today!

The Honourable Paul Lucas MPIA, FAICD

PRESIDENT

Here is a bio about the AIIA QLD President, the Hon. Paul Lucas.

Applications for the AIIA Queensland 2025 Youth Committee are now closed. Please keep up-to-date with our social media pages and website for information about the 2026 Youth Committee intake, due to be released late 2025.

The Youth Committee of the Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) Brisbane is a dynamic network for young people passionate about exploring the fields of diplomacy, foreign policy, and global relations. Our aim is to connect youth with career opportunities, academic resources, scholarships, and professional development pathways in international affairs.

Through a diverse range of events, including career panels, workshops, and networking sessions, we provide valuable insights into the international relations sector, offering practical guidance on how to build a successful career in this field.

The AIIA Youth Committee serves as a platform for ambitious young individuals to engage with leading experts, expand their professional networks, and develop the skills necessary to navigate and succeed in an ever-evolving global landscape. Whether you’re just beginning to explore international affairs or have a defined career trajectory, our events and resources are designed to support and accelerate your professional journey.

Applications for the AIIA Queensland 2025 January-June Internship Program are now closed. Please keep-up-to-date with our social media pages and website for information about the Semester 2 Internship Program intake.

Are you interested in international affairs? Do you enjoy listening to world-class speakers? Then the Australian Institute of International Affairs Queensland is for you!

The AIIA Queensland provides three internship opportunities.

• Marketing and Communications Intern
• Journalism Intern
• Event Management Intern

Marketing and Communications

Want to learn all the secrets of marketing and social media? As a marketing and communications intern, you will be responsible for managing our social media pages, content creation and community management. You will also be responsible for spreading the word about our organisation, driving engagement for existing and new members of the institute and developing, fostering and eventually hatching ongoing marketing initiatives to expand our outreach.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage social media channels, as well as create and schedule original content
• Photograph events and seminars
• Develop and implement membership strategies
• Create marketing materials

Journalism

Do you enjoy filming, interviewing or writing on a range of interesting topics? As a reporting and content creation intern, you will interview and film our fortnightly presenters, as well as edit content for the website and YouTube channel. You will also be involved in writing for our website and researching potential speakers.

Responsibilities include:

• Research, interview, film and edit interviews with guest speakers
• Operate video and sound equipment
• Adapt video content for a variety of mediums (Facebook, Instagram and YouTube)
• Create original film content

Events Management

Do you know how to host a good party? As an events management intern, you will help support our main events of the year, including the AIIAQ Annual Dinner, trivia night and lots more. You will coordinate all of the ingredients for an awesome event – organising agendas and materials, event logistics, guest management and researching stimulating topics.

Responsibilities include:

• Organise and manage trivia nights
• Plan, pitch and run on-campus events
• Work with strategic stakeholders to develop unique events
• Manage event budgets and administration

Things to note:

The AIIA Queensland is run by volunteers, so there are no standard office hours. We can be contacted by phone or email. As we are all volunteers, interns are not paid either. As you probably know, life can get very busy, so you will have to be self-motivated and reliable to keep up. Your work will be balanced between pursuing your own interests and general tasks the AIIA needs completed in order to run.

We ask that our interns make a one semester commitment for the first half of 2025. All interns must be available to help with fortnightly events held on Tuesday nights (twice per month) at Holding Redlich in the Brisbane CBD.

As a part of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, the preeminent think-tank on international affairs and foreign policy here in Australia, the AIIA Queensland relies greatly on the generosity of the broader public through memberships, ticket purchases and of course, donations.

We are incredibly grateful to all our members and those that have come out to any of our events for your support. We pride ourselves on providing a platform for insightful and thought-provoking discussion, accessible to both an online audience and also those who wish to attend face to face, and every dollar goes a long way to making this happen.

Darren Godwell FAICD, presented with Fellow’s Trophy

But our activities take time and money to organise and run. Ticket sales are strong, but our fees are modest, and our events are free for members.

Unlike some of our interstate counterparts we do not have property or large sums in endowment. We have a part-time administrator who works a few hours a week without whom we could not manage the logistics of our operations.

This is where you can help.

Donations to the AIIA Queensland through the National Office are tax deductible.

Any amount will go a long way in helping us continue to provide a platform for quality discussion and debate.

How can you support your organisation?

OPTION 1 – DIRECT DEPOSIT

Our first option is through a direct deposit.

• Please quote your name AND “Donation QLD Branch” in the details.
• Also, please email us at aiiaqld@internationalaffairs.org.au with the bank deposit details and your full details so we can ensure you get your tax-deductible receipt. Also tell us of any specific wishes.

OPTION 2 – GIVENOW

If you would prefer using a debit or credit card, click here and you can donate through our GiveNow platform.

OPTION 3 – SEND US A CHEQUE

Although we would prefer the first two options, you may also send us a cheque.

• Please address the cheque to the ‘Australian Institute of International Affairs’ and send it to the AIIA QLD; GPO Box 1916, Brisbane, QLD 4001.
• In the covering letter please let us know that it is a donation and leave your receipt details.
• To ensure that the donation is tax deductible for this financial year, please email us at aiiaqld@internationalaffairs.org.au or call 0400 458 227 to let us know that it is coming so we can bank it before June 30.