Marketing & Partnerships Intern

Duration:
3–4 months minimum (unpaid)

Days:
1.5–3 days per week, flexible around study and work

Eligibility:
Must be completing this internship as part of a university undergraduate or postgraduate
placement requirement

About the company:

Uncommon Collective (UC) is a community-led social enterprise helping founders, creators, and leaders grow, build momentum, and thrive, especially outside traditional startup hubs and programs. We make the uncommon common through community, content, and business enablement services. Our migrant-friendly (not migrant-exclusive) approach levels the playing field by tackling both business and cultural challenges, so underrepresented founders can build with confidence. From events to workshops, training, and practical business services, UC is building an ecosystem where people connect, learn, and succeed together.

Uncommon Collective (UC) is a community-led social enterprise helping founders, creators, and leaders grow, build momentum, and thrive, especially outside traditional startup programs and spaces. We're offering two exciting placement-based internships for purpose-driven students ready to develop real-world skills and contribute to impact-led work. You can apply for one of the below roles.

1. Community and Marketing Intern

Support our community and digital presence by helping organise events, grow our online channels, and spotlight founder stories across Instagram, LinkedIn, and newsletters. You'll learn how to build culture, engagement, and storytelling that feels real — not forced.

Key tasks may include:

• Assisting with event organisation, logistics, and promotion
• Co-creating content for Instagram, LinkedIn, newsletters, and Slack
• Supporting onboarding of new community members
• Contributing to community engagement both online and in person
• Exploring facilitation and MCing opportunities with guidance

Bonus points for:

• Canva, Reels, or short-form content creation skills
• Experience coordinating events (university, clubs, or volunteering)
• Basic knowledge of email tools like Mailchimp or Substack
• Interest in startups, storytelling, or creative communities

2. Partnerships and Sponsorship Intern

Help us grow our network of collaborators, sponsors, and ecosystem allies. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing, research, and connecting the dots between people, purpose, and business.

Key tasks may include:

• Researching potential partners, sponsors, or collaborators
• Supporting proposal writing and sponsorship pitch decks
• Tracking conversations, deliverables, and reporting in CRM-style docs
• Supporting storytelling and testimonials from partner engagements
• Participating in events where partners are involved

Bonus points for:

• Copywriting or visual storytelling skills (presentations, pitch decks)
• Familiarity with Notion, Airtable, or CRM tools
• Experience supporting partnerships, sponsorships, or community orgs
• Interest in social enterprise, ecosystem building, or innovation spaces

Who This Is For:
We're looking for motivated, curious students who are:

• Enrolled in a degree that requires a
  placement or internship for credit
• Great communicators (written and verbal)
• Organised, reliable, and self-led
• Interested in startups, social impact, community, or creativity

How to Apply:
To apply, please send the following to [insert email or form link]:

• Your CV
• A short cover letter (1 page max) telling us:
• Why you're excited to join UC
• Which role you're applying for (
  Community
  or
  Partnerships
  )
• How this internship fits with your course or placement requirement

Please note:
This is an unpaid internship open only to students completing a
mandatory university placement or work-integrated learning unit
. We provide mentoring, project ownership, references, and real exposure to Melbourne's creative and purpose-driven community.