Volleyball Australia
University of Canberra Internship Program 2015
Position(s)
UC Internship(s): IT and Communications
Reports To
Number of interns sought – 2 (1 IT or Informatics and 1
Communications intern)
IT Communications Officer
Company/
Organisation
Overview
Volleyball Australia
Organisation overview:
Volleyball facts:
 Second biggest sport worldwide
 Dual Olympic disciplines
 Perfect gender equality
 Indoor and outdoor
Volleyball Australia offers great opportunities for students
to gain valuable experience in a field of IT and
Communications. The two available positions in IT and in
Communications are both challenging and rewarding.
Motivated interns that possess a can do attitude will enjoy a
terrific experience in our small team and work in some of
the most exciting events and programs that the sport
industry has to offer in Australia.
Position Outline
This internship is will introduce you to important projects
within the Sporting and IT/ Communication fields. You will
be responsible for communicating and liaising with the
Volleyball community and assisting in the development of a
national programs and national and International events,
including the World League, World Grand Prix, Australian
Volleyball League, Australian Volleyball Schools Cup,
National Beach Volleyball Series and Junior Events for both
indoor and beach volleyball.
IT Intern
 Database management
 Content management on website & social media
 Targeted program review
 Management of Moodle learning portal
 Assist in the development and update of online
coaching, officiating and grass roots resources
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Contact hours
Communications Intern
 Communication plan
 Media relations
 Research and development
 Content creation
Interns will conduct themselves in accordance with the
University of Canberra Student Conduct Rules while
performing duties and completing assignments. The
University Student Conduct can be found at:
http://www.canberra.edu.au/college/policies-andprocedures/docs/student-conduct-rules.
Minimum 8 Hours per week
Compensation
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Internships are unpaid.
If interns are required to travel outside of the base
location, costs will be covered by Volleyball Australia.
Student Outcomes
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Increased exposure to the working of the sport and
recreation industry
Work experience in the field
Sound background in generic administrative duties
Networking opportunity with potential future employers.
Increased exposure to the working of a National
Sporting Organisation
Comprehensive knowledge of administrative duties of an
organisation in the sports industry
Team liaison and communication skills
Work with a team of highly motivated staff to produce a
high quality product
Have tangible experiences available for prospective
employers to peruse.
Time management and prioritising
Project management
Ability to work under pressure
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Please address your applications to:
Contact
Teresa Lloyd
IT Communications Officer
Volleyball Australia
[email protected]
Nic Kaiser
Sport Development Manager
Volleyball Australia
[email protected]
Ph: 02 6214 3506
Physical Address:
Building 20, Australian Institute of Sport
Leverrier St Bruce, ACT
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