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GAV Summer Internship in Sydney, Australia

The Global Academic Ventures (GAV) Internship Program give you a fantastic, hands-on, experience in Australia that will expand your career readiness through experiential learning.

By interning overseas, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how international companies operate, which will enrich your academic journey. The wealth of knowledge, skills, and connections you'll acquire is invaluable.

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Location

Sydney, Australia

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Term

Summer

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Program Highlights

Spend your summer in Sydney participating in an 8-week internship gaining professional experience in an Australian company or nonprofit organization.

  • There are many options in different career fields such as accounting, finance, government and public policy, hospitality and tourism, marketing, sports, event management and more.
  • This is a rare opportunity for you to broaden your horizons, expand your network, and add an international flair to your résumé.
  • Benefit from your stay in Australia during the summer, by taking time to explore its rich history, vibrant art and music scene, and legendary hospitality.
     
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Program Contact Information

Margaret Hosack

Education Abroad Advisor

Email: mhosack@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7982

Important Dates

Application Deadlines

  • For an internship in Summer 2025: Feb. 1, 2025

Program Dates

  • Summer Internships run from early June until early August
Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

  • an internal Kent State education abroad application,

  • and the GAV program application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a Kent State education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to Kent State University as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a Kent State University student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by Kent State University does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

4. Complete the GAV Program Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the GAV Program. GAV will contact you via your KSU email to have you complete their application and other important forms and documents.  

Academics

Eligibility

  • Minimum cumulative GPA 3.00
  • Kent State degree-seeking student
  • Open to all undergraduate levels (freshman to senior)

Program Language of Instruction: English

Academic Programs

GAV is able to provide unpaid internships in different career fields such as accounting, finance, government and public policy, hospitality and tourism, marketing, sports and event management and many more.

Internships are eight to ten weeks long during the U.S. summer term. Students are expected to intern for a minimum of eight weeks, full time during a company’s normal business hours.

Your program will include an orientation in Sydney. 

Program Schedule

Official Program Schedule

Day 1

  • Arrival into Sydney.
  • Group transfer to accommodation provided to students landing within the set arrival window, otherwise detailed arrival instructions will be communicated in advance.
  • Hotel check in from 2 p.m. (if the group arrival time is set earlier than this, the group will visit the Domain, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair and stop for brunch).
  • Time to shower and change. Group to pick up their breakfast food drop – this will cover breakfast for the first 4 days, after which students are responsible for their own meals.
  • Orientation activities commence in the afternoon, including a run through of the program schedule, distribution of transport passes, money exchange and contacting family back home.
  • Group welcome dinner in the evening.

Day 2

  • Breakfast food provided at accommodation for students.
  • Full day cultural trip where students will have a chance to interact with Australian wildlife and learn more about indigenous cultures.

Day 3

  • Breakfast food provided at accommodation for students.
  • A walking tour of Sydney commences in the morning, including the historic Rocks area and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Free afternoon to find internship location and practice public transport.

Day 4

  • Breakfast food provided at accommodation for students.
  • Public Holiday-Free day for students to explore Sydney.

Weeks 1 through 8

  • Most internships will expect you to be in the office from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. (some internship office hours may vary.)
  • On your first day, you will meet your office teams to get set up with any security and computer passes as required.
  • A catch-up dinner will take place during the week 1, 2 and 4.
  • Weekend days are free for the students to take part in optional activities, study or explore more of the city.
  • A farewell dinner will take place during week 8.

Departure from Australia

Students will check out of accommodation and transfer to Sydney Airport for their departure flight. A group transfer will be provided for those who are leaving within the predetermined departure window.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales state, and contrary to what many people think, it is not the capital of Australia (that’s Canberra).

The city is famous for its beautiful monuments and landmarks such as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and the stunning Bondi Beach, an internationally renowned beach for surfers and beach lovers! There are so many places to visit and so much to do that, students will never feel bored. Sydney is a very international city as well, and it has influences from various countries in the East and West.

Transportation

You will arrive and depart from Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia. The program fee does not cover airfare.

Your program fee includes a group private transfer to and from Sydney Airport to your Sydney accommodation within a predetermined window of time.

Please note that students are responsible for covering the cost of their transportation to and from their internship each day (we recommend getting a public transport pass. More information will be provided during orientation). 

Housing and Meals

This program includes 57 nights of shared room accommodation in Sydney for students. This also includes: 

  • Breakfast during the first 4 mornings of the program.
  • Welcome dinner in Sydney.
  • 3 catch-up dinner sessions.
  • Farewell group dinner.

Students are responsible for all other meals and snacks. There are plenty of local shops and supermarkets in town for you to pick up groceries any time.  

Financial Aid & Scholarships

There is a financial aid counselor specifically for Education Abroad. You can schedule an appointment with them on KSU Advising (Group Name: Education Abroad) or email finaideducationabroad@kent.edu. 

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on Kent State University-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most Kent State scholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

  • international travel procedures;
  • in-country resources;
  • health and safety resources and information;
  • culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the U.S. Department of State website.

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for information about any vaccinations you may need or health and safety tips for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center. 

Visa Information

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that’s to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to: 

  • determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
  • and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

  • verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s), 
  • apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
  • and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

Kent State University's Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Costs and Funding

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Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program. 

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and the Financial Aid Counselor for Education Abroad to see how your aid may apply to an international program by emailing finaideducationabroad@kent.edu. 

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