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Internships provide you with an opportunity to develop your skills beyond the classroom and gain a competitive edge in the job market. The Office of Undergraduate Education is regularly informed of internship opportunities, and we have compiled this listing to help you identify professional development experiences.
Please note that while a range of internships are highlighted below, to be counted towards the UQ Advantage Award, student participation must be funded by a UQ Advantage Grant or faculty/school funding or the program coordinated by The University of Queensland.
Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Education if you have any questions.
The Office of Undergraduate Education, in collaboration with the UQ International Latin America strategy group, is coordinating a pilot internship program with a number of Latin American embassies in Canberra. The internships represent a fantastic opportunity for students who have an interest in Latin American culture and society, diplomacy, international relations and business.
Details
Dates: Between 17 June – 19 July, 2013
Duration: 3 – 4 weeks (internship dates and durations are flexible)
Location: Ecuadorian, Mexican, Peruvian and Cuban embassies in Canberra, Australia
The duties of the intern would include general office administration, executive support to the Ambassador, consular services, translation, event coordination and liaison with other Latin American embassies.
Grants
Please note that these are unpaid internships, but The Office of Undergraduate Education is offering $1,000 grants to four successful internship applicants. The grant will contribute to flights, accommodation and living costs. Students will need to be able to fund the remaining costs associated with the internship such as general living and accommodation expenses.
Who can participate
To be eligible to apply for the Latin America Internship Program, students must:
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or masters by coursework program at The University of Queensland and remain enrolled for the duration of the internship
- Undergraduate students must have completed at least one year study and masters students must have completed one full time semester or equivalent prior to applying
- Be able to travel to Canberra on the selected dates and organise and fund their own travel
- Respond to the selection criteria as outlined in the application form:
- Required: High academic achievement and an interest in Latin American culture and society, diplomacy, international relations and business
- Highly regarded: Experience in project and event management and strong Spanish language skills
How to apply
Students are required to submit an online application form with their responses to the selection criteria. The final selection of participants will be undertaken by a selection panel.
Applications close 4pm Friday 24 May, 2013. Late applications cannot be considered.
Further Information
For further information please contact The Student Engagement Team:
Email: undergrad@uq.edu.au
Telephone: 3365 2929
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When: 5-6 six weeks during Semester 1 and Semester 2 university breaks.
Where: Native Title Representatives Bodies and 60 other organisations Australia-wide. Paid: No |
The Aurora Project introduces candidates to career opportunities in native title and Indigenous affairs and at the same time provides assistance to under-resourced and over-worked organisations.
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When: Generally BCC offers a 12 - 18 month program
Where: Brisbane Paid: Yes |
The Brisbane City Council offers traineeships, which provide nationally recognised qualifications in areas such as: Business, Horticulture & Turf Management, Libraries, and Information Technology & Civil Construction.
For more information visit the Brisbane City Council website. Click on 'Search for jobs', and then click on 'Job alert'. Follow the prompts, and you will receive an email as positions are advertised. |
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When: Flexible
Where: Rural and regional Australia Paid: Yes |
The Brolga Project is an initiative which strives to place (mostly) metropolitan-based university students into rural and regional businesses for a period of work experience.
To submit an expression of interest, visit their website. |
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When: Flexible
Where: Australia Paid: Flexible |
GO is the only graduate recruitment directory endorsed by the National Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (NAGCAS).
It is distributed free to students around Australia and New Zealand via university careers services and at careers fairs.
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When: Flexible
Where: Australia Paid: Yes |
Lode connects university students, graduates and alumni with Australia's leading employers. Employers can search Lode and contact you directly with job opportunities including internships.
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| Open Colleges |
When: Varies |
Open Colleges invites expressions of interest in their intern program. From time to time, they offer paid or unpaid work experience across their business. These supervised placements are designed to build and enhance skills 'on the job', expand business contacts and open up new opportunities.
If you are interested in an internship in course development, marketing, sales or corporate services, please send Open Colleges your resume and mention which department you wish to intern for. They will contact you when a suitable placement becomes available. |
| UQ Latin America Internship Program | When: 17 June - 19 July, 2013 Where: Canberra, Australia Paid: No $1,000 travel grants available |
The Office of Undergraduate Education, in collaboration with the UQ International Latin America strategy group, is coordinating a pilot internship program with a number of Latin American embassies in Canberra. The internships represent a fantastic opportunity for students who have an interest in Latin American culture and society, diplomacy, international relations and business. Applications close 4pm 24 May, 2013 |
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When: Anytime with a duration of 6 weeks to 12 months
Where: Worldwide Paid: Yes (Salary to cover living costs except some development internships) |
Present in over 113 countries and territories and with over 86,000 members, AIESEC is the world's largest youth-run organization. Focused on providing a platform for youth leadership development, AIESEC offers young people the opportunity to be global citizens, to change the world, and to get experience and skills that matter today.
The UQ Local Committee was established in 1978 and enables UQ students and recent graduates to develop their leadership skills and social awareness on a global scale by participating in Go Global Programs or by undertaking roles within the committee in running these programs. We have a number of team and leadership roles in finance, talent management, marketing and communications, exchange and project management, and external relations, giving students practical experience in these areas. To find out more, download the Go Intern, Go Teach, and Go Volunteer program flyers. |
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When: Year round
Where: Mauritius Paid: Varies Fee: Yes |
Alumno Astralis is based in Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. They offer internships & cross-cultural experiences. Their core activity is organising internships, housing and residence permits for foreign students in Mauritius and they also operate in the field of volunteer work.
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When: For 9 months from November 2013.
Where: Washington DC, United States
Paid: up to US$40,000
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Founded in 1953, the APSA Congressional Fellowship Program is the nation's oldest and most prestigious congressional fellowship.
Applicants for this fellowship must have involvement in the public policy process in Australia, as well as at least three years of work experience in foreign policy, economics, migration, environment, science, or social issues. |
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When: Varies
Where: Berlin, Germany Paid: No |
The Australian Embassy in Berlin offers internships to current university students or recent graduates.
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| Australia-India Student Experience Internships |
When: 22 June – 22 July 2013
Apply by: 6pm, Friday 29th March 2013
Where: Mumbai, India Paid: No but accommodation, breakfast and most living expenses are included.
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Funded by the Australia Government Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education, the Internships are aimed at strengthening relations between India and Australia and engaging young Australians in international workplace experiences. 20 1-Month Internships are available in a diverse range of disciplines from business to community development. Students will be funded by the program to live and work in India’s commercial capital Mumbai and experience a truly unique International professional opportunity. |
| Challenges Abroad Community Business Internship | When: Varies Apply: Online Where: Cambodia Paid: No Fees: Yes |
As a Community Business Intern you will support the program through analysis of data of previous recipients, researching new business opportunities and collecting data and information that can make the program more effective. Through your work and analysis you will be able to help the program become more successful in reaching out to some of the poorest people and ensuring they are able to have a secure livelihood and live a life of dignity. |
| COINED |
When: Varies |
Find your internship in Latin America! COINED offers students the opportunity to live a professional-qualification experience by combining skills improvement according to their studies, Spanish focus and cultural activities participation enabling to fully imerse themselves in the culture of Latin America. |
| Community Aid Alliance |
When: Varies |
Community Aid Alliance (CAA) in association with its linked resource centres offers a unique field work opportunity for national and international students (graduate, masters and doctoral studies in social work, development and related subjects). 3-6 month placements will be based from one of CAA's resource centres across India and include direct and ongoing interaction with the communities covering any or all of the seven focus areas of Community Aid Alliance:
Contact CAA for more information.
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| CRCC Asia | When: Starting each month (all year round) Where: China Paid: No Fees: Yes |
CRCC Asia specializes in connecting China and the global community through internships, study abroad programs and consulting services. CRCC Asia work with the best companies in Beijing and Shanghai to provide students and graduates the opportunity to further their personal and professional development in a dynamic international setting. CRCC Asia offers one to three month Internship programs starting every month all year round, as well as Language Programs to allow you to both invest in your future and experience China. Download their brochure or read a tesimonial from UQ student,Toni Pachernegg. |
| Disney International Program |
When: Exact dates vary |
UQ students have the opportunity to apply for competitive places in the Disney International Program, which comprises a five or twelve month internship position, plus access to a range of courses, such as communication skills and service. Applications open twice per year and are selected on the basis of a CV and interview. |
| English Language Assistantships in Spain - Spanish Ministry of Education |
When: Spanish academic year, from October to June
Where: Spain
Paid: scholarship between 700 and 1000 euros monthly
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This assistantship program is open to Australian nationals who have recently graduated or are completing their final year of undergraduate study. Students can have majored in any subject but will need some proficiency in Spanish. Program includes orientation and full medical experiences. Travel costs to Spain are the responsibility of the student. Apply online between 10 January - 2 April 2013 here or contact Rosa Prieto at the Consulate General of Spain in Melbourne for more details. |
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When: Varies
Where: India, Africa, and Latin America Paid: No |
Intern Abroad offers 9-52 week placements at any FSD site with one of their 300 Community Partners. It is an intense, immersive program for students and young professionals looking to gain international development experience and training. For more information visit the Intern Abroad Website.
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| INTERNeX World Internships (Canada) |
When: Varies |
INTERNeX offers tailored Internship Programs which are based on individual work history, educational background and personality. Candidates are strategically partnered with companies to produce the most rewarding overall experience. INTERNeX's established relationships with these companies allow for direct support and assistance to all candidates throughout the entire duration of their program. |
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When: January - June (Semester 1) or July - December (Semester 2) for 2-3 months
Where: Paris, France Paid: No |
The International Court of Arbitration (France) offers a unique opportunity to attend sessions of the Court and participate in the work of the Secretariat.
It is recommended to apply in writing during the month of June to be considered for an internship from January – June (first semester) of the following year, or in November to be considered for an internship from July to December (second semester) of the following year.
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When: Beginning in June for 2 -12 months
Where: Worldwide Paid: Yes (Salary to cover cost of living) |
IAESTE (The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience) is an independent, non-profit and non-political student exchange organisation.
It provides students in technical degrees with paid, course-related, training abroad. With over 80 member countries and exchanging over 4000 job offers each year worldwide, it is the largest organisation of its kind in the world.
Please download the flyer for further information.
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When: 3-6 months
Where: The Netherlands Paid: No |
The International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia was established by the United Nations in 1993 to deal with serious violations of international humanitarian law committed in the territory of the former Yugoslavia since 1991.
Students have an opportunity to enhance their professional training in the unique environment of an international court. Click here for Internship FAQs.
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| International Writing Center at Kyungpook National University (South Korea) | When: 6 months (September -February or March-August) Where: South Korea Paid: Yes (Return airfare, free on-campus accommodations, monthly salary included) |
The KNU International Writing Center (IWC) was established in September, 2009 to meet the academic writing needs of all KNU students.
The International Writing Center internship program duties include conducting writing tutorial sessions with KNU students, materials and resources development, tutorial data collection and management and others. |
| Japan Tourist (Japan) |
When: 2 weeks - 2 months (2013 program) |
JapanTourist.jp are trying to raise international awareness of Japan as a tourism destination. They seek trained or experienced photojournalist students and recent graduates to intern with their editorial team. They provide a basic itinerary of places you will go, accommodation, cover some local transport costs and provide support. Download the presentation for further information. |
| Malaysian Australian Business Council (MABC) | When: January 2014 Duration: 6 weeks Where: Kaula Lumpa Paid: No, successful applicant will recieve free return flights to Malaysia |
The MABC is pleased to offer an internship opportunity for a competition winner with a member company for approximately six (6) weeks. The MABC Internship Award The internship is the prize for the student who submits the most convincing and engagingidea of a mini-project. Applicants should submit a proposal outlining how they would like to make the most of a valuable opportunity to get international work experience whilst also experiencing the unique Asian cultural context inMalaysia. Details here |
| Sports for Sharing (Mexico) | When: The ideal candidate will be able to commit for one semester, minimum 2 days per week Where: Mexico City, Mexico |
Sports for Sharing provides a wonderful opportunity for students to gain international work experience in a civic educational program.
To apply please send your resume and letter of intention to reclutamientodpc@amnu.org.mx. All enquiries should be directed to: deportes.paracompartir@amnu.org.mx |
For further information about UQ Course related internship programs, please visit the following websites:
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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