The Internship Program is available to students currently enrolled at a tertiary institution, as well as university graduates for up to one year after course completion.
Internships are completed at the Perth USAsia Centre office, located at The University of Western Australia. There are periodically opportunities to undertake a Canberra-based internship.
Successful applicants must be available for the required number of days per week in line with their chosen intake period. Interns may also be asked to assist with Centre activities outside of normal business hours (9am to 5pm) from time to time.
The Internship Program is principally not-for-credit, however, interns may receive academic credit where appropriate administrative arrangements are in place.
Upon satisfactory completion, interns will receive a professional reference and a letter of recommendation.
COVID-19
Interns are required to comply with COVID-19 health and safety measures, in line with the current applicable rules set by both the WA State Goverment and The University of Western Australia. These rules include checking-in using the SafeWA or ServiceWA apps, wearing a face mask indoors, practicing good personal hygeine and physical distancing. Interns are required to provide
proof of vaccination prior to commencing their internship.
Semester 1 2022: MONDAY 28 FebRUARY – FRIDAY 27 May
| Applications open |
Monday 29 November |
| Applications close |
Friday 7 January |
| Interviews to be held |
Week commencing Monday 31 January |
Winter Break 2022: MONDAY 20 JunE – FRIDAY 22 JulY
| Applications open |
Monday 21 March |
| Applications close |
Friday 22 April |
| Interviews to be held |
Week commencing Monday 23 May |
Semester 2 2022: MONDAY 25 JulY – FRIDAY 21 OctOBER
| Applications open |
Monday 2 May |
| Applications close |
Friday 17 June |
| Interviews to be held |
Week commencing Monday 4 July |
Summer Break 2023: Dates TBA
Eligible students and graduates can apply for an internship by submitting the required materials to
internship@perthusasia.edu.au during the application period (see 'Program Dates' above).
Applicants are asked to specify either “Research Internship Application” or “Communications Internship Application” in the subject line of their email.
Helpful information on addressing selection criteria can be found
here.
Applications submitted outside the application period will not be considered.
Q. Is the Internship Program paid?
A. No. Internships are undertaken on a voluntary basis for work experience.
Q. What is the difference between the Research Internship and the Communications Internship?
A. Please refer to the Research and Communications positions descriptions above for specific details about each role.
While the Centre aims to provide a consistent and well-rounded experience to all interns, the specific tasks undertaken by interns may vary across intake periods in accordance with the particular projects and events in the Centre's pipeline throughout the year.
Q. Will COVID-19 impact my internship and how?
A. Interns are required to comply with COVID-19 health and safety measures, in line with the current applicable rules set by both the WA State Goverment and The University of Western Australia. These rules include checking-in using the SafeWA or ServiceWA apps, wearing a face mask indoors, practicing good personal hygeine and physical distancing. Interns are required to provide
proof of vaccination prior to commencing their internship.
Q. How will my application be assessed?
A. Applicants are principally assessed on their Statement Addressing the Selection Criteria. Helpful information on addressing selection criteria can be found
here.
In addition to academic study - skills and experience acquired through hospitality, retail and/or manual work are considered relevant.
Q. What time commitment is required of interns?
A. Interns must be available for the required number of days per week, in line with their chosen intake period, and may be asked to assist with Centre activities outside of normal business hours (9am to 5pm) from time to time. Specific day/s per week will be negotiated prior to commencement and flexible work options can be arranged.
Interns will gain the equivalent of approximately 12 days of experience over the course of the program.
Q. Can I receive academic credit for my internship?
A. Yes. Although the Internship Program is principally not-for-credit, interns may receive credit where appropriate administrative arrangements are in place.
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