Australia

Programme Period

7 June 2025 – 20 July 2025

Programme Deposit*

*Participants are responsible for arranging and paying for the visa, flight tickets, accommodation, and other expenses at the destination. They are welcome to seek advice from the Programme Coordinator.

Applicants must NOT be

Non-local final-year students

Visa^

• HKSAR Passport Holders are eligible for the e-visa with an administration fee of AU$20 (around HK$100).  
• PRC Passport Holders will need to apply for the visa costing AU$195 (around HK$1,000).
• Other passport holders please check the official information publicised by the Australian Government (e.g., https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing)

^The visa arrangement may change depending on Australia's policies.

Supporting Internship Hosts

• Bejing Tong Ren Tang Australia (Chinese medicine)
• First Contact Group (Business service)
• Same Way Magazine (Journalisim)
• Victorian Badminton Veterans Association (Sports administration)
• Westpac Scholars Trust (Scholarship administration)
• (FULL) Chau Chak Wing Museum, The University of Sydney (Art, science & history)
• (FULL) Four Seasons Hotel Sydney (Hospitality & HR)
• (FULL) Gould League (Environmental protection & sustainability education) 
• (FULL) Morris Cohen Glen & Co (Accounting)
• (FULL) SKD Partner (Accounting)
• (FULL) World College (Educational tour)

Sharing from Past Participants

Connie CHAN, Global and China Studies (intern at First Contact Group)

I encountered a challenging situation in which finding suitable candidates for a specialised role proved to be extremely difficult due to a limited pool of applicants. To address this issue, I conducted thorough research on Linkedin, Indeed, mailing lists, etc. to target passive candidates. From this incident, I learned the importance of thinking outside the box in recruitment, leveraging diverse sourcing channels, and the value of persistence and creativity in overcoming obstacles when faced with challenging talent acquisition scenarios.

Betty JIU, Visual Arts (intern at Chau Chak Wing Museum, The University of Sydney)

An important skill for a museum career is managing archives. During my internship, I searched for information online, worked with physical archives, and organised donated materials. These tasks are crucial for museum professionals to preserve and make historical records and artifacts accessible. Proficiency in archival skills helps maintain collections, improves research abilities, and supports the museum's goal of enhancing the collection and accessibility of cultural heritage information for public in future.

Crystal LAM, Human Resources Management (intern at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney)

My career network has indeed expanded significantly through interactions with professionals in the field and fellow interns. This experience has taught me the importance of building diverse and international connections, and provided me with insights into different work cultures and socio-cultural developments. I have learned about Australia's emphasis on work-life balance, and the value placed on diversity and inclusion. Understanding these can influence my career planning by broadening my perspective on global work practices and enhancing my adaptability to diverse work cultures.

Pansy SUM, Chinese Medicine and Biomedical Science (intern at Bejing Tong Ren Tang Australia)

I have the chance to try preparing and cooking the herbs, as well as managing the inventory. I find it important to experience the working condition of the Chinese medicine field in different countries. Out of my expectations, quite many local Australian customers are interested in trying Chinese medicine. I think there is room for young practitioners to develop in Australia, especially when the locals usually do not equate age with capabilities, and there is demand for practitioners in the field. With this experience, Australia will be one of my options for developing my future career.