About Australian Internships
Founded in 1998 by Managing Director Diana van Woerkom, Australian Internships (AI) paved the way for Australia's internship program market. Diana established AI to meet this need, recognising the rising demand for practical on-the-job training from international universities and government agencies.
Over the past 26 years, AI has solidified its position as a global leader in providing high-quality internship programs. AI has built a strong reputation for excellence and reliability, becoming the preferred internship provider for many of Australia's top universities. AI offers internships across various academic disciplines, welcoming candidates from over 90 countries.
Our continuous commitment to our partnerships quickly resulted in great benefits: international students gain invaluable career opportunities, Australian universities provide beneficial services to their international students, and businesses receive exposure to diverse cultural learning experiences.
Today, we stand as a testament to the power of innovative and qualitative internship programs.
WHY CHOOSE AUSTRALIAN INTERNSHIPS
» We were Australia’s first internship provider & are still considered the market leader
» 26+ years’ experience in delivering successful internship programs
» 15,000+ candidates with over 93+ nationalities
» 10,000+ active Host Organisations Australia wide
» We arrange around 1000 to 1200 internship programs per year
» We offer internships in most academic disciplines
» We lobbied to have visa options for ALL passport holders completing an internship in Australia (and we WON!)
» We were active in establishing the Australian Internships Industry Association (AIIA)
» We are like the mini United Nations with staff from over 10 different nations in our team!
» We are constantly striving to improve our program options and services!
» WE LOVE WHAT WE DO!!!
A Dedicated Key Contact for Each Stakeholder
Australian Internships (AI) ensures top-notch service by assigning dedicated contacts to all key stakeholders.
INTERN: Each intern is assigned an Internship Program Supervisor (IPS) for personalised guidance and mentoring throughout the internship.
Our IPS prepares interns for their roles, maximises their program experience, and provides visa support.
HOST ORGANISATION: Host organisations are assigned an Internship Program Manager (IPM) who understands their business needs and matches them with the most suitable candidates globally.
Our IPM oversees the internship, ensuring compliance with industrial relations laws.
PARTNER: Education partners and agents have a dedicated relationship manager who understands student needs and the local market.
They offer training, ongoing support, marketing materials, and detailed reporting.
OUR MISSION IS TO DELIVER THE WORLD’S BEST INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BY
Our values
At Australian Internships, we are a passionate team dedicated to serving passionate people. We believe in the transformative power of experiences, and that individuals are shaped by what they encounter.
Our greatest joy comes from witnessing the positive changes in people's lives.
We encourage the right for everyone to follow their dreams, to find happiness at work, and to build successful careers.
Our mission is to deliver the world’s best internship program, acting as a catalyst for positive change.
Our job is to help people achieve their dreams, discover themselves, and transform their lives.
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