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Regular internships are offered in Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra. Places may also be available in Adelaide, Brisbane, and Hobart depending on branch needs.
National Office internships in Canberra
Those who are interested in an internship at the AIIA’s National Office must be located in Canberra or willing to relocate for a minimum of three months for the duration of the program.
The AIIA’s National Office internship program is designed to facilitate each intern’s learning and career development needs. It includes a mix of professional development training and practical experience in events, communications, publications, etc.
Please download the AIIA National Office Internship Application Checklist.
The AIIA National Office has some flexibility to adapt its internship programs to suit individual needs:
Internships generally focus on:
- events and public engagement;
- communications and digital media;
- research;
- curating and editing content for the AIIA’s online publication, Australian Outlook.
Internships can be full-time or part-time (minimum two days per week) for a three month period.
Interns will be provided with professional support, including induction, regular supervision, professional development opportunities, and access to AIIA and exclusive external events.
Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest and assure you that every application is given careful consideration.
If you experience any issues submitting your application, please contact us at communications@internationalaffairs.org.au with the subject line: Internship Inquiry: [Your Name] – [Preferred Cohort].
State and Territory Branch Internships
Internships in Sydney
Applications to AIIA New South Wales should be made by emailing nswinternships@internationalaffairs.org.au.
Internships in Brisbane
Please view our internships page and join our Facebook page for information specific to AIIA Queensland internships.
Internships in Melbourne
Applications to AIIA Victoria should be made to admin.vic@internationalaffairs.org.au using ‘Internship Enquiry’ as the subject line.
