How to find an internship
There are some agencies specialised in the search of internships all over Australia but their handling fees are astronomical: min AU$2,120 for a 6 months internship, to which you have to add application fees, visa fees, insurance, travel and daily life there, which amounts to an extra AU$ 10,000. Besides be aware that most internships are unpaid unless you are involved in hospitality! If you plan to use the services of an agency or not, we recommend you to start looking for a potential company at the latest 6 months before your departure.
Entry requirements
- An excellent level of English: If your level of English is not sufficient, you will need to enrol in an intensive English course that would cost you minimum AU$ 300/week
- You must be a student or a professional who needs to strengthen his/her knowledge and skills in a relevant career. This visa will never be granted on the base of employment purposes or if you don’t have the adequate profile.
- Apply and obtain the Occupational Trainee Visa: as the companies themselves must be involved in the process, delays can be long; you cannot obtain the visa without your employer being granted an approval letter from DIMIA (Department of Immigration) in Australia; the best solution for those who want to have less than 3 months internship would be to apply for a Working Holiday Visa. Warning: you cannot be a tourist visa holder and have an internship!! |