Pay is not usually provided for internships. A may earn from 10 to 15 semester credits. Grades for internships are based on an assessment of written work and the intern's job performance. Internship Placement Options Most placement options are in Australian national and state parliaments, government agencies, and in print and electronic mass media and public relations agencies. Placements in the private sector and in nonprofit agencies are also possible.
Most placements are in Sydney and Canberra.
The availability of specific options varies according to academic calendars, parliamentary sitting schedules, agency work cycles and position openings. Fees and credits for longer internships vary proportionately. Program fees do not cover roundtrip airfare, transportation within Australia, textbooks, insurance, independent travel or personal expenses. CIC program staff review materials to assess the applicant's academic preparation, maturity, communication skills, interpersonal skills, motivation for pursuing an internship, relevant experience outside the classroom, and ability to handle the internship work environment in a professional manner. These pages were created by Dirk A. Staatsen and last updated on September 12, 1996.