Special Events and Partnerships Assistant Intern

1 month ago


Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia UniSport Australia Ltd Full time

UniSport Australia is seeking a person to fill the role of Special Events and Partnerships intern to be a part of the 2024 Nationals - Canberra event delivery team. This is an internship opportunity at our Gold Coast office and will offer work experience leading up to the 2024 UniSport Nationals - Canberra event. Find out more about the event here:

As part of this internship, you will get hands on work experience in the areas of:

  • Working alongside a variety of sport personnel, venues, sponsors, and other stakeholders.
  • Assisting with the planning of opening ceremonies and medal presentations.
  • Planning, production, and execution of high-quality event activations, chill out zone activities and ceremonies.
  • Assisting with the delivery of the special event program during the event period/s.
  • Delivering the activation and chill-out zone activities during the event period.
  • Contributing to the development of venue site plans, including partner activations.
  • Liaising with venues, sponsors and other event stakeholders relating to special events conducted.
  • Preparing run sheets, task lists, speech notes and other event documentation.
  • Take on a variety of administrative projects and day-to-day tasks for the event.

Is this role for you? The Special Events and Partnerships internship would suit a person studying in the field of sport management, event management or someone who has an interest in special events.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Can remain calm under pressure while balancing several tasks at any one time.
  • Has excellent written, verbal, and organisational skills.
  • Is creative and can develop event ideas and concepts.
  • Is confident in communicating with a wide variety of people.
  • Prides themselves on their ability toprioritise and meet deadlines andmanage expectations.
  • Competent using Microsoft Office.
  • Has initiative.
  • Can contribute to a wider team working towards common goals.
  • Is enthusiastic and motivated.
  • Has well developed customer service and problem-solving skills.
  • Can exercise judgment and work without supervision.
  • Is friendly and approachable.

Key information:

  • Position duration is from June, July or August 2024 to October 2024, or as negotiated.
  • This role requires one-two days (or eight to 10 hours) a week for the duration of the internship as well as Full Time availability across event delivery periods. Arrangements will be made to accommodate study commitments, exams, work, and holidays.
  • The role may require full attendance for the set up and event period of UniSport Nationals - Canberra.
  • The role may involve lifting and shifting of equipment such as signage, boxes, and tables.
  • A full induction to UniSport, on the job training and event uniforms are provided.


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