Internship Coordinator

Australian Institute of Family Studies; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Australian Institute of Family Studies – Darlinghurst NSW is seeking a casual employee to support short-term programs in Sydney from 5 January to 31 March 2027. The role is part-time with 25 hours per week in January and 20 hours per week February–March, with 2–3 training days in December.

Responsibilities include assisting arrivals, on-site orientations, and acting as the main contact for a faculty-led program.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native English proficiency.
• Experience living and working in Sydney.
• Reliable internet access.
• Physically in Sydney and available 5 January – 31 March 2027.
• Diverse communication skills with stakeholders.
• Experience managing student services or study/work/travel abroad.
• Experience with international students is a plus.
• Extremely organized, energetic, and self-motivated.
• Tech knowledge of MS Office and SharePoint/OneDrive; social media know‑how.

Responsibilities

• Assist arrivals day as students check into housing.
• Assist on-site orientations and social activities.
• Be the main contact for a faculty-led program for 3 weeks in January; liaise with faculty, students, tour guides, and AIFS office.
• Provide advice, resources, and information to participants.
• Troubleshooting and helping resolve issues as they arise.
• Assist the Sydney Director with placements and employer partners.
• Manage and post to social media.

Skills

English proficiency

Sydney living experience

Reliable internet

Availability Jan–Mar 2027

Communication skills

Student services experience

International student experience (plus

Organizational skills

MS Suite (SharePoint, OneDrive)

Social media management

Tools

SharePoint

OneDrive

Microsoft Word/Excel

Social media platforms

Job description

Australian Institute of Family Studies – Darlinghurst NSW

AIFS Abroad Sydney is seeking a casual employee from 5 January to 31 March 2027 to work with students coming to Sydney for short term programs. This position is part-time at 25 hours per week in January and 20 hours a week in February and March on a fixed contract. You will be required for 2-3 days of training in December.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with arrivals day as students check into housing
• Assist with on-site orientations and social activities
• Be the main point of contact for a faculty led program for 3 weeks in January and liaise with the academic, students, tour guide and the AIFS office
• Provide advice, resources, and information to program participants
• Troubleshooting and helping to resolve issues as they arise
• Assist the Sydney Director with finding placements and new employer partners for upcoming programs
• Managing and posting to social media

About you

• Native or near-native proficiency in English
• Experience living and working in Sydney
• Reliable internet access
• Physically in Sydney and available from 5 January – 31 March 2027
• Diverse communication skills; ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders (i.e. students, employers, staff, etc.)
• Experience managing student related services and support or have a study, work, or travel abroad experience
• Experience working with international students a plus
• Extremely organised, high energy, self-motivated, and culturally aware and sensitive
• Technical knowledge of the Microsoft Suite including SharePoint and One Drive and social media platforms

About us

AIFS is committed to providing life-changing experiences for university students and our academic international internship programs are designed to complement students' degree programs and further them along the path of career development. We are a trusted partner to U.S. universities and colleges and our experienced team is able to ensure a high-quality experience for students and institutions.