Brisbane City Council International Internships 2025

Are you an international student studying in Brisbane? Do you want to gain hands-on experience while working with some of the city’s leading businesses? The International Internship Program 2025, initiated by Brisbane City Council, presents an incredible opportunity for students to participate in a 4-week paid internship aligned with their academic pursuits.

About the Program

The International Internship Program is designed to foster Brisbane’s economic growth by connecting talented tertiary students with local businesses. Through this initiative, students will:

• Work closely with local businesses eager to expand into domestic and international markets.
• Utilize their linguistic skills, cultural awareness, and academic expertise to drive innovation and business expansion.
• Gain invaluable real-world experience that enhances future employability.

Program Benefits

• 4-week paid internship (April 7 – May 2, 2025)
• Work experience in leading Brisbane businesses
• 50% wage subsidy provided by the Council
• Internship placement matched based on students’ education and skills
• Professional development and networking opportunities

Industries Covered

Interns may be placed in various industries, including:

• Consulting
• Digital and Technology
• Education and Training
• Engineering
• Media and Communications
• Professional Services
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Trade and Investment Development

Eligibility Criteria For International Students

To apply, you must:

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate or higher degree at a Brisbane-based institution.
• Hold a valid student visa.
• Be in your final year of study in 2025.
• Reside within the Brisbane City Council area.
• Have an IELTS score of 6.5 or PTE score of 59-64 if English is not your first language.
• Be from one of Brisbane’s sister cities or have lived in one of them for at least 12 months.

Apply: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/business-in-brisbane/business-opportunities/international-business/international-internship-program.

Internship Requirements

• Internships must be 4 weeks long (April 7 – May 2, 2025).
• Work hours must be between 2 to 7.25 hours per day (maximum 20 hours per week).
• Interns must not work on public holidays.
• The internship must take place in a professional office environment (not a home office).
• Businesses are required to assign a supervisor and ensure a positive learning experience for the intern.