G’Day Mate! Want to go to the Land Down Under? With a wide array of internship possibilities, Cultural Embrace provides this opportunity for you. Take a huge step forward in your professional and personal life...while living in Australia!

Australia’s multicultural communities and natural environmental wonders are a combination for a healthy and happy lifestyle. Imagine working for a reputable, multinational company during the week, and then traveling to spectacular sites like Ayers Rock, the Sydney Opera House, or the Great Barrier Reef! Because our local affiliates organize weekly group activities, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to interact socially with locals and other international interns. Although Australia has a culturally and ethnically diverse population, you will have the ease and comfort of living and working in an English speaking country.

Cultural Embrace will work closely with you to provide an internship that fits your specific interests and needs. We partner with one of Australia’s largest recruitment agencies, working with over 1,000 companies throughout Australia that utilize the services of foreign interns. We guarantee your internship placement before departure. We can find placements with many international and large Australian companies in the fields of accounting/finance, advertising, architecture, business, marketing, graphics, I.T. (Sydney only), media, law, social services, education, hospitality, human resources, sports/fitness, mechanical or electrical engineering, and much more. All companies are located centrally or close to public transportation, so there is no need to worry about the added expenses of buying a car or parking. You will have an immediate supervisor at your company for training and guidance. And, don't worry - the incredibly friendly and laid-back Aussies create a positive work environment so you can relax and truly experience Australian life and culture.  

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Interning in Australia Offers:

• Practical international work experience in your field of interest
• A reference from your employer upon completion of your term  
• An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
• An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: sports, music, cooking)
• Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about 
• The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
• A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences 
• A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills
 

Cultural Embrace Offers:

• Guaranteed Internship in your Field of Interest
  Cultural Embrace guarantees an internship offer that matches your requested preferences as long as your language skills meet an upper-intermediate to advanced level. You will work with a C.E. Coordinator that will provide individualized support to help you find a potential employer, and prepare you for an adventure to live and work abroad. Due to visa regulations, all positions are unpaid (except for 6 month hospitality internships), however, some companies may offer a bonus, living allowance, or other type of perks for your efforts.
• Housing Assistance
  Housing is not included with your program fee, but Cultural Embrace may pre-arrange your accommodations prior to your arrival in Australia for an additional fee. You may choose between Shared Housing (with Australians or other international workers) or Family Homestay (with or without meals).   In some cities, Budget Hotels/Hostels (price varies depending upon shared or single room and room size) are also available. Or, you may opt to secure your housing once you are in Australia to get a better idea of where you would like to live and who you would like to live with. Please note that Australia’s housing options have short-term, weekly leases.
• Visa Assistance
  Please contact your local Australian Embassy or Consulate to check details, or ask your CE coordinator. Please note that any visa fees are the responsibility of the applicant. And, while we can assist you during the process, ultimately it is your responsibility to ensure that you have obtained the appropriate visa for your work experience. Cultural Embrace has no control over the visa process and cannot guarantee that your visa application will be accepted.
• Arrival Pick-Up and Orientation
  You will be greeted at the airport if you arrive early on any Friday morning and transported to the orientation session where you will receive pertinent information regarding local transportation, banking, and safety. You will also receive tips on travel, communications, and social and outdoor activities. Finally, you will be familiarized with the code of conduct and expectations for your internship.
• International Traveler’s Insurance with Basic Major Medical Coverage 
  Cultural Embrace includes basic traveler’s insurance with medical coverage. Additional policies and premium plans are available at extra cost.
• Cultural Embrace “Cultural Kit”
  Before your departure, Cultural Embrace will send you material filled with useful tips, advice, information, and your insurance card to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.
• Full-time Representation
  Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and Australia prior to, during, and after your placement.  You will have an immediate supervisor at your internship site.  Additionally, our local representatives will visit you periodically at your work site.

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In order to participate in this program, Cultural Embrace requires that you:

• You must be 18-30 years of age (due to visa regulations)
• You must have recent university-level coursework or a university degree in the field in which you wish to work. Experience in your field is helpful.
• Resume/CV and cover letter
• You must have access to a minimum of AUD$1000 (approx. US$782) per month while in Australia. This minimum amount does not have to be entirely in cash; traveler’s checks, ATM, and debit/credit cards may also be presented. You are required to show that you have immediate access to funds via bank accounts or parental help
• If you will be interning in a hospital, childcare, or classroom environment, the Australian government requires you to get a chest x-ray and full medical examination in your home country as part of the application process
• Enjoy providing a service and working with others in a challenging environment 
• Be open to foreign cultures and living abroad
• Have a high level of responsibility
• Be dedicated to the full term of commitment 

 Maybe Intern in Austraila isn't for you? Take a look at Work in Australia or Volunteer Australia/New Zealand programs.

1. Obtain the Intern Abroad Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways: