Intern in the heart of Australian culture and business while benefiting from what will surely prove to be one of the most uniquely rewarding personal and professional experiences of your life. Each program is tailored according to the specific needs and expectations of each respective applicant so please inquire with a Program Coordinator to discuss the details of a program that would best suit you.

Together with our affiliates, Global Experiences is Australia's largest independent internship provider. With over 1000 companies in our database, many of which are multinational, and locations throughout all of Australia, we are sure to find a placement perfect for you. We will organize everything for you from your internship placement to your accommodation, airport pickup and even your social activities in certain cities.

Imagine working for a firm in Sydney, the financial center for the Asia-Pacific region, or with a Marine biology group on the Great Barrier Reef.

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Program Includes:

• Internship Placement
• Travel Insurance (Emergency Medical + Personal Liability)
• US based program coordinator to prepare you for your program
• Accommodation (View options)
• 24/7 on the ground support & emergency contact
• Assistance with arrangement of required internship visa
• Welcome orientation meeting
• Predeparture pack of further program and city specific info
• Lonely Planet Guide
• Stylish Global Experiences Australia Tshirt
• Airport Pickup
• Mobile Phone
• Weekly newsletter full of What's Going On in Sydney
• Weekend Excursion (Optional in Sydney)
• Social program coordination, including weekly happy hour & excursions (in Sydney and Brisbane only)

• Applicants must be 18 to 30 years old with a high school degree.
• You must have relevant course work or work experience in your selected internship field.
• Visa Eligibility

Internship placements are generally available at the beginning of each month and on a year round basis, though we ask that you please consult our Program Coordinators to discuss the best timing and placement options available to you. We will make every effort to place you according to your needs and expectations.

Below you will find general information regarding the internship placements followed by a listing of fees. Each internship placement varies, in terms of responsibilities and qualifications required, please contact our Program Coordinator to discuss a program most suitable for you and your expectations.

The following information applies for all internships:

Can't make the deadline? Ask about our express placement options, which will allow you to book your program closer to the start date for an added fee.

Internship placement without accommodation, part time placements and varied internship lengths may be available so please inquire with a program coordinator.

Please note: Allow 10 weeks prior to start date for application processing for all American applicants traveling for 4 months or less, and those traveling on a Working Holiday Visa (Available to citizens of: United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, Japan, Republic of Ireland, Republic of Korea, Malta, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People's Republic of China, Finland, the Republic of Cyprus, France, and Italy, Belgium, Estonia and Taiwan).

All others allow 14 weeks prior to start date for application processing. So please plan accordingly when applying. As soon as we confirm the internship with the company, we send you a confirmation form with all the company details, contact person, your immediate supervisor, company profile, and internship description. At this time, full payment will be due.

Students will need to have an acceptable level of English to apply. A general guide is "high intermediate" or IELTS score of 5. If you are not sure about your level, please contact our staff to discuss further.

In addition to our fully customized internships described throughout this page, the following direct internship placements are also available immediately and on an ongoing basis throughout the year to most citizens. Please review the details and prices by clicking on the links below.

The vast majority of our internships are unpaid; however, some companies have made a small contribution to some of the interns' living expenses. Interns should be prepared to participate in an unpaid internship as we are unable to guarantee a paid internship.

These internships provide an excellent opportunity for you to gain practical international work experience in the field of your choice while affording you the chance to experience the unique wonders Australia has to offer. We monitor the intern's progress for the duration of the program. The student is also guaranteed a statement of reference from the company on completion of the program.

Please Note: We cannot guarantee placement in a specific business including those listed above. These are listed to represent a sampling of businesses where our interns have been placed. We do however guarantee placement in your specific career placement area.

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"I came to Sydney to see another part of the world, meet new and interesting people and get a sense for the Australian media. I work in the news room at one of the biggest radio stations in Sydney as a reporter and learned far more than I ever expected. My colleagues were overwhelmingly accommodating and friendly, and put an enormous amount of trust in me. Most importantly, I met wonderful people from all over the world, some of whom will be lifelong friends." - Kate from USA, Radio Intern in Sydney              "I have had the most amazing time here in Australia. My internship in the fashion industry was with one of the top Australian designers. I was a part of the process from start to finish and saw an entire clothing range come together. It was a really hands on experience and I had the time of my life." - Joanna, Fashion Design Intern in Sydney

• All companies are located centrally or close to public transport.
• Accommodation location is chosen to be convenient to your internship placement.
• Regular calls by our staff affiliates.
• Occasional visits by our staff to your place of work and continual oversight.
• Information to set up a bank account and applying for a tax file number if necessary.
• An address to receive all your mail while in Australia.
• Weekly newsletter full of useful information on living in Australia.
• Discounts on travel within Australia included with further information you will receive upon arrival.
• Access to our huge social network of interns in Australia.
• 24 hour point of contact (even in your own language).
• Orientation around place of work.
• Length of Programs may be altered. Please contact a Program Administrator for more information.
• Help with all applicable visas where necessary.
• Pre-departure pack: Lonely Planet guide book and more!
• Air Travel assistance through Student Universe
• Pre-departure pack: Lonely Planet guide book and more!

• Each placement is a custom designed program at a company to suit your specific needs. We will design an internship to give you the precise experience that you require.
• Gain invaluable practical experience working with industry professionals in your area of interest or chosen career field.
• To ensure we find you the placement to meet your needs you will receive the internship company information before you arrive in Australia and will be able to confirm your placement or alter the opportunity as needed.
• You will always have an immediate supervisor at the company who will be responsible for your training.
• Continual point of contact on the ground in Australia with our affiliate.
• Enhance your resume with practical work experience abroad and earn a formal letter of reference from the company for which you work.
• Create an immediate advantage for yourself in the job market upon completion of your internship.
• Establish professional and personal contacts in a foreign location.
• Public liability insurance coverage is included in the program fees. The insurance is legally required and normally worth over $200.
• University Credit may be available (inquire with a Program Coordinator).
• Visa management services
• Live, work and experience the culture of one of the most diverse countries on earth.
• Visit Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, the beautiful beaches and more.

Accommodation is included in the program fees.

Self Catered Homestay Accommodation
With this package, you'll have your own private room, and access to bathroom, kitchen, laundry, appliances and all the amenities of your host's home. This option is a great way to immerse yourself in the Australian culture while still maintaing a sense of independence. All host families must undergo a thorough screening process comprised of a home inspection by our Homestay Coordinator, a family interview, the checking of references, and the submission of a signed Agreement/Contract. We will work closely with you to secure accommodation in as close proximity to your internship location as possible or located close to public transportation so that it meets your expectations. Please note: this option is self-catered, meaning that meals are NOT provided for you in the homestay. If you are interested in having meals provided, let your program consultant know and we can arrange it.

Apartment (Flat) Accommodation
With accommodation in an apartment/flat, you will enjoy a private bedroom room in a shared house or apartment with other program participants, Aussies, or travelers. These stylish accommodations are typically located in convenient locations near or in the central city, trendy centrally located suburbs, or near beaches.

As each participant's accommodations varies according to a wealth of variables, please communicate directly with our program coordinators to learn more about the options available to you for this program. Meanwhile, please review our general accommodations policies to better understand how it all works.

* Please note: for programs 20 weeks or longer, only 4 weeks of accommodations are included in our fees. We can collect accommodation payment for the entire length of your program before you arrive or you may decide to extend or change your accommodation option during your first 4 weeks in Australia. Full accommodations throughout your stay are included in our fees for all programs less than 20 weeks.

Mobile Phone: Global Experiences covers the registration fees and you are responsible for all usage fees.

This mobile phone plan includes:

• Free round trip shipping in the United States lets you receive your phone before you leave home!
• No processing fee or daily phone rental fee
• Free Incoming Calls while in your Home Service Area of Australia from anywhere in the World!
• All you pay for is the minutes you use, pro-rated to the second!
• Use of the phone for as long as you want.
• Customer care service provided.
• The peace of mind that you can be reached any time, anywhere.

Airport Pickup:

A driver will be waiting for you when you arrive in Australia to transport you and your baggage to your accommodation.

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Eligibility requirements for a Working Holiday Visa:

• Be aged 18 to 30 inclusive
• Be outside of Australia when you apply for and are granted the visa
• Show evidence that you are enrolled in a post secondary course of study or hold post secondary qualifications
• Have a return ticket or sufficient funds for a return or onward fare as well as sufficient funds for the first part of your stay, and
• Meet health and character requirements

* Working Holiday Visas are also available to citizens of: United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, Japan, Republic of Ireland, Republic of Korea, Malta, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People's Republic of China, Finland, the Republic of Cyprus, France, and Italy, Belgium, Estonia and Taiwan.

II. Global Experiences also offers USA applicants traveling in Australia for 4 months or less access to a Youth from USA visa which can only be obtained through Global Experiences. Like the Working Holiday Visa, there is an additional processing fee required for this visa.

Once your internship application has been accepted by Global Experiences, you will be provided with an official visa application for the Youth from USA visa and a supporting document request that you will need to complete and submit to Global Experiences. This visa will be issued from your intended date of arrival in Australia and will terminate one week following your internship end date. If you are interested in extending your stay in Australia beyond these dates, please note this on your application, but be aware that you will need to apply for a tourist visa to extend your stay further than one week past your internship end date. The visa cannot be extended once you are in Australia.

The visa also allows interns to accept paid or stipend work only with the company with which they are placed in Australia. We are not able to find placements based on the need for a paid opportunity; however, in the past, some Global Experiences interns who have been in a placement for 3 months or more have received some type of financial compensation. These arrangements are the sole responsibility of the intern and the host company or organization.

III. For eligible program participants holding citizenship from countries that do NOT have access to a Working Holiday Visa or Youth From USA Visa, you will be required to apply for a 416 visa. Your Global Experiences program consultant can provide further details on this application process.

• A Lonely Planet guidebook
• A Stylish Global Experiences Australia Tshirt
• A wealth of information regarding your arrival, the program host city, and more of what to expect and how to prepare for your experience.

Global Experiences works with Eastern Washington University to offer credits for most of our programs, which are often transferable to your home institution.

Click here for more information on receiving university credit for this program.

Airfare: Flights are not included in Global Experiences program packages. Fear not, we have partnered with StudentUniverse to provide you with the most convenient routes and the most affordable prices for your overseas travel.

We encourage all of our participants to utilize StudentUniverse's flexible student fares. Should unexpected circumstances arise and you need to change your return ticket, you will have more choices than if you buy a non-refundable and non-changeable fare - definitely worth the peace of mind.

Start your flight search now with our customized online booking form.

• Coverage for emergency medical assistance including:
  – 24 Hour Emergency Medical Assistance – Ambulance
  – Medical Evacuations – Funeral Arrangements
  – Messages to Family – Hospital Guarantees.
  
• Coverage for overseas medical treatment if you are injured or become sick overseas, including:
  – Medical – Hospital – Surgical – Nursing
  – Restoration of Dental Functions to Sound and Natural Teeth.
  
• Accidental Death
  - A Death Benefit is payable if you die because of accidental bodily injury sustained during your journey within 12 months of that injury.
  
• Coverage for additional accommodation and travel expenses caused by your health problems or someone else’s resulting from:
  – Sickness – Accidental Injury – Death.
  
• Coverage for travelling companion or relatives accommodation and travel expenses to travel to, stay near or escort you resulting from:
  – Hospitalisation – Medical Evacuation.
  
• A Permanent Disability Benefit is payable for total loss of sight in one or both eyes or loss of use of a hand or foot within 12 months of, and because of, an injury sustained during your journey.
  
• Coverage for replacing luggage stolen or reimbursing repair cost for accidentally damaged items, including:
  – Luggage – Spectacles
  – Personal Effects – Personal Computers – Cameras.
  
• Personal Liability
  - Coverage for legal liability including legal expenses for bodily injuries or damage to property of other persons as a result of a claim made against you.
  
  
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