Internship Coordinator

Uniglobalcareers; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 34 000 - 44 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

AIFS Abroad Sydney is hiring a casual Internship Coordinator for a fixed-term contract running from 5 January to 31 March 2027. The role supports students in short-term and faculty-led programs in Sydney.

This part-time position requires 25 hours per week in January and 20 hours per week in February and March, with 2–3 training days in December. The role focuses on student support, program coordination, communication with multiple stakeholders, and assisting with internship placement

Qualifications

• Native or near-native English proficiency.
• Experience living and working in Sydney.
• Reliable internet access.
• Physically located in Sydney and available 5 January to 31 March 2027.
• Strong communication with students, employers and staff.
• Experience with international students is an advantage.
• Extremely organized, high energy, self-motivated and culturally aware.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, SharePoint and OneDrive.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

English fluency

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Social media awareness

Formation

Experience studying/working abroad

Outils

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

OneDrive

Description du poste

Australia — International Student Market

822K inbound students (2024) +10%

1. China 168K

2. India 128K

3. Nepal 57K

4. Vietnam 33K

5. Malaysia 26K

3 international branch campuses in Australia

OVERVIEW AIFS Abroad Sydney is hiring a casual Internship Coordinator for a fixed-term contract running from 5 January to 31 March 2027. The role supports students participating in short-term and faculty-led international programs in Sydney. This is a part-time position requiring 25 hours per week in January and 20 hours per week in February and March, with 2–3 days of training required in December. The position focuses on student support, program coordination, communication with multiple stakeholders, and assisting with internship placement development. Candidates must be physically located in Sydney during the contract period and able to work closely with students, employers, faculty, and the AIFS team.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with arrivals day as students check into housing
• Assist with on-site orientations and social activities
• Serve as the main point of contact for a faculty-led program for three weeks in January
• Liaise with academics, students, tour guides, and the AIFS office
• Provide advice, resources, and information to program participants
• Troubleshoot and help resolve issues as they arise
• Assist the Sydney Director with finding placements and new employer partners for upcoming programs
• Manage and post content to social media

Requirements

• Native or near-native proficiency in English
• Experience living and working in Sydney
• Reliable internet access
• Physically located in Sydney and available from 5 January to 31 March 2027
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders including students, employers, and staff
• Experience managing student-related services and support, or personal study, work, or travel abroad experience
• Experience working with international students is an advantage
• Extremely organised, high energy, self-motivated, and culturally aware and sensitive
• Technical knowledge of Microsoft Suite including SharePoint and OneDrive
• Familiarity with social media platforms WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role contributes directly to the student experience during international education programs by supporting students through arrivals, orientations, daily communication, and issue resolution. Internship Coordinators help create a supportive and organised environment that allows students to engage successfully with academic, cultural, and professional opportunities abroad. AIFS emphasises life-changing international experiences that support university students’ academic and career development. Staff in this role help maintain strong relationships between students, universities, employers, and local partners while supporting the delivery of high-quality international programs.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight any experience supporting international students, study abroad participants, or student services programs
• Demonstrate examples of handling multiple responsibilities, problem-solving, and communicating across diverse groups
• Include experience coordinating events, orientations, housing support, or student activities if applicable
• Emphasise familiarity with Sydney, including professional, academic, or community connections
• Mention proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, SharePoint, OneDrive, and social media management
• Prepare examples that show cultural awareness, adaptability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment