Hospitality & Tourism internship in Australia
Work in hotels, events and tourism companies in Australia.
What you'll do
Your day-to-day
As a Hospitality & Tourism intern in Australia, you might:
- Help plan and run events and tours.
- Help guests at the front desk and answer their questions.
- Research travel trends for the planning team.
- Handle guest requests and feedback.
- Create social media posts that promote the business.
You'll build guest service, event and teamwork skills that transfer to any hospitality job.
Local know-how
What to know before you go
Hospitality and tourism in Australia
International visitors to Australia head to the big cities and the coast. You can be based in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Adelaide with us, and each city has its own mix of hotels, venues, events and tour businesses.
Brisbane will host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, so events and visitor services are an area to watch there in the years ahead. In hotels, venues and tour companies, you might help with guest services, events and bookings, depending on your host. Australian workplaces are relaxed and English-speaking, so you practice professional English while you see how a busy service business runs. Many roles are customer-facing, so you build confidence speaking with guests from all over the world, and the skills carry over to hotels, events and tourism work in any country.
Job roles
Guest Relations Intern
Welcome guests, handle requests and help them enjoy their stay.
Event Management Intern
Help plan and run events, from small groups to festivals.
Marketing and Social Media Intern
Create posts and promotions for a hospitality or tourism brand.
Research Intern
Look at market trends and guest feedback and suggest changes.
Operations Intern
Learn how a hotel or venue runs day to day.
Sustainability Intern
Help the business cut waste and energy use.
Your exact tasks depend on your host company, and all our host companies in Australia work in English.
The industry
The Hospitality & Tourism industry in Australia
Economic impact
Tourism is a major industry in Australia, bringing international visitors to its cities, coasts and outback.
Technology
Online bookings, reviews and social media now drive much of daily hospitality work, so digital skills matter.
Career opportunities
Hotel operations, events, guest relations and sustainable tourism are all options, and your internship helps you see which path fits.
Prices
How much it costs
Asia Internship Program prices depend on your program and how long you stay. See the destination page for the full price table.
FAQ
Questions interns ask
Do I need a special visa for a hospitality internship in Australia?
Visa assistance is included in every program. We confirm your visa route before you pay the deposit and prepare the documents your embassy asks for.
Can I do a hospitality internship in Australia without a hospitality degree?
Yes. Students, graduates and career changers are all welcome, with or without a degree. Your career advisor looks at your goals and matches you with a host company.
Which city will I work in?
Interns in Australia work in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Adelaide. We'll confirm the city once you're matched with a host company.
Applications open all year
Your field, somewhere new.
It's free to apply, and you only pay a deposit once you're accepted.