The Australian Network on Disability (AND) is offering students in rural and regional NSW with disability the opportunity to intern with leading and forward-thinking organisations across a range of disciplines as part of Stepping Into.

Stepping Into is a paid internship program designed for university students with disability who want to gain paid, hands-on work experience in their chosen field of study. Students benefit by gaining valuable experience in their desired field of work, and by having the opportunity to develop professional networking and social skills.

About the Internships

Stepping Into internships are offered across a range of industries in both the public and private sector. The following internships are available to students in rural and regional NSW:

Organisation Position/ Location
Life Without Barriers
  • ICT Intern (Newcastle)
Life Without Barriers
  • Probity Intern (Newcastle)
Life Without Barriers
  • Talent and Attraction Intern (Newcastle)
National Disability Insurance Australia
  • Mental Health Support Officer Intern (Geelong Location (Hunter Region, NSW, or Perth, WA may also be considered)
NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
  • Assistant Software Developer Intern (Orange)
NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
  • Environmental Water Officer Intern (Albury, Deniliquin, Buronga, Queanbeyan or Wagga Wagga)
NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
  • Field Environmental Officer Intern (Orange, Newcastle, Wagga Wagga, Bathurst, Wollongong, Dubbo or Armidale)
NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
  • National Resource Officer Intern (Dubbo (preferred), Wagga Wagga, Armidale, Orange or Maitland and Newcastle)

There are also many more internships available in Sydney and interstate, and more will be added over the coming weeks. Visit their website for the full list of positions available. Internships will generally last 4 to 8 weeks (with the opportunity for flexible work hours to manage your disability or other commitments).

Am I eligible?

  • Stage of study: final or second last year of university
  • Discipline of Study: All are encouraged to apply
  • Citizenship status: Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or international student with full working rights in Australia

    • AND accepts applications from students with all types of disability including, but not limited to: physical disability, mental health conditions, sensory impairments and immunological conditions.

    How do I apply?

    Read the details on our information page for students and complete our online application form by 4th October 2019

    Who do I contact if I have more questions?

    To speak to a member of the Stepping Into team call 1300 36 36 45 or email applications@and.org.au