Australian Broadcasting Corporation Legal Intern

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Australian Broadcasting Corporation Full time

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is the nation's most trusted and independent source of conversations, culture, and stories.

About Us

We are proud to create, curate, and deliver high-quality programming that informs, educates, and entertains communities across Australia.

Our In-House Legal Team

We are seeking highly motivated law students to join our in-house legal team as part of a 5-6 week unpaid work experience placement based at our offices in Ultimo, NSW.

Your Role

You will have the opportunity to work with one of our teams in either Content, Disputes & Litigation, Prepublication & Training, Technology & Property, Commercial & Regulatory, Privacy, or Legal Operations & Innovation.

What We Offer

A friendly and supportive environment to learn in, with a vibrant, dynamic, and cohesive team and mentors who will help you with any questions and give you the opportunity to experience what a career in media law might look like for you.

To Be Eligible

You must be in your final year of your law degree at an Australian university and be required to complete a supervised practical legal placement as part of your university degree or as part of your practical legal training to qualify for legal admission. You should also have a demonstrated interest in media, technology, privacy, and/or legal innovation/operations.

Application Process

Please submit your application via our online portal. As part of the application process, you will need to attach your resume, a certified copy of your most recent academic record, and a cover letter stating your confirmation of meeting the minimum requirements, your three choices for preferred dates for placement, area of law that is of particular interest to you, and a brief statement on why you would like to be considered for a placement.

Estimated Salary: AU$25-30 per hour (based on location and industry standards)



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