Job Description

• Support a high-impact internship program making a difference in communities.
• Collaborate with students and partners to foster active citizenship.
• Casual appointment
• Base salary range: $48.69 - $51.45 per hour (plus 25% casual loading) plus superannuation

The work area

The McCusker Centre for Citizenship (The Centre) was established in late 2015. The Centre is collaborating with students and the broader UWA community, not for profit and community organisations, industry, government and business to make a difference in our communities locally, nationally and globally. The McCusker Centre for Citizenship offers an award winning structured, quality internship program with not for profit, community and government organisations locally, regionally and globally

About the opportunity

• Support the delivery and efficient operation of the internship program through high-level coordination, administration, and stakeholder engagement.
• Act as one of the main contacts for students and partners, providing quality advice and resolving issues to ensure positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with other internship advisers and become part of a Team during busy periods.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent competency.
• Experience in working closely with students, student systems and industry partners to deliver a quality program.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines and deliver on specific outcomes.
• Ability to critically analyse and problem solve to identify service improvements and efficiencies.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills in word processing, spreadsheets and project plans, databases, internet, email and website development.

Note Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 28 June 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Due to high volume of applications, only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.