Internships in Australia (Ages 20+)

Build your resume while you experience life Down Under! If you are a currently enrolled university student or recent grad, you can gain practical experience in one of several fields while deepening your understanding of Australian culture and business practices.
Australia is rapidly emerging as a market leader in many industries, so the experience you gain through an internship there will benefit you wherever your future career path takes you.

Locations
You will be placed with an internship in your chosen field of study. You can choose among placements in two locations:

Melbourne: Melbourne is a relaxed and very culturally diverse city, graced with parks and gardens and a bustling boardwalk lined with outdoor restaurants and cafes.
Sydney: A world class city and commercial hub, Sydney is an ideal place to gain international business experience, with a breathtaking harbor and world class restaurants, museums and entertainment.

Internship fields
Internships are available in most fields. There may be other options besides the fields listed below - contact us to confirm availability in your chosen area.

• Biology
• Business Administration
• Engineering: General, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical
• Environmental Protection
• Event Management
  
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Software Development
• Sports Media
  
• Theater
• Web Design and Graphics

Accommodation
Room and half board (2 meals per day) is provided with host families. Host families represent all walks of life, just like families from your home country. Your family may be a couple with or without children, a single parent, or a single person interested in other cultures. Greenheart Travel works together with our partner office in Australia to find the best match for you according to your unique profile and interests. Our partner office maintains a network of trained local coordinators who select, screen, and monitor host families to help make a placement that is appropriate for you. Residence accommodation is also available; contact us for details.

Social Life and Travel
The staff in Australia organizes weekly social activities for interns to help you meet people and make friends. If you’re interning in Sydney, you can also take advantage of organized weekend trips.
Although some independent travel is encouraged on your time off, your internship is your first priority and asking for additional time off from your employers is not permitted.

University Credit
If you are a currently enrolled student, you may be able to receive credit for your internship through your university. You should discuss this with your advisor to find out what they require in order for you to receive credit. Greenheart Travel does not give automatic credit for internships, and we cannot guarantee that your school will accept your internship for credit, but we will do our best to provide you with the materials and information you may need.

Local Support
Interns should feel free to discuss any questions or concerns with their employers and local coordinators who will remain a source of support for the duration of your internship. Should a problem arise, the local coordinator and 24 hour emergency staff are always available to you.

Dates Duration and Application Deadlines
Usually, interns arrive on Thursdays in order to participate in the weekly orientation sessions that take place on Fridays. There is a two month minimum commitment for this program. Applications are due at least 12 weeks before your intended departure date.

Requirements
You must be at least 20 years of age and be able to commit at least 1 month. Ideal applicants will have at least 1 year of college credit that relates to their field of interest and experience working in a professional setting.

Program Costs

Included	Not Included
Lodging	Airfare
Half Board (2 meals/day)	In country transportation
Medical/Accident Insurance	Phone cards/internet
Local Coordinator	Spending money
24 Emergency Staff	Souvenirs
Pre-departure and arrival Orientation

Fees may be paid by personal check, money order or credit card.