Careers

The American Australian Association fosters a rewarding workplace with exciting career development opportunities. We value diversity, innovative thinking and teamwork in shaping the culture and vision of the Association.

INTERN

(Part-Time – New York)

The American Australian Association, a prestigious non-profit organization with new headquarters in New York City, is seeking a motivated 2-3 Interns to support its growing events and programming portfolio. This is a paid, part-time internship at $17 per hour, ideal for a student or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in event operations within an international nonprofit environment.

No prior experience is required. An Australian connection or interest in the Australia–U.S. relationship is strongly preferred.

The intern will work primarily on event-related activities, including event setup, logistics, catering coordination, project planning, and engagement with high-profile Australian and American business, government, and community leaders.

This position reports to the SVP of Operations and Programming and requires the ability to work collaboratively within a small, fast-paced team across New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and Australia.

We are looking for a 4-6 month commitment.

Internships can commence as early as January 2026.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

EVENT OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

• Assist with the planning, setup, and execution of events, including receptions, panels, and member gatherings
• Support catering orders, vendor coordination, and on-site event logistics
• Help prepare event materials, guest lists, seating plans, and run-of-show documents

PROJECT SUPPORT

• Assist with event timelines, task tracking, and administrative coordination
• Support internal planning meetings and follow-up tasks
• Adapt to evolving responsibilities based on the needs of the Association

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

• Professionally engage with members, guests, and partners, including senior Australian business and political leaders
• Assist with guest check-in and on-site hosting duties

GENERAL SUPPORT

• Provide day-to-day operational support to the events and programming team
• Assist across multiple work streams as needed in a collaborative office environment
• Specific duties will be outlined at the start of the internship and may evolve over time based on organizational priorities.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS:

• Organized, reliable, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a professional environment with high-profile stakeholders
• A strong communicator with a positive, can-do attitude
• Interested in events, nonprofit work, international relations, or community engagement
• Able to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• No prior events experience is required training will be provided.

 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Pay: $17 per hour
• Schedule: Part-time, guaranteed 30 hours/week. Hours will include evenings for events
• Location: New York City
• Visa status: Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization

 

HOW TO APPLY

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter, including two references, outlining your interest in the role to: [email protected]

Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are encouraged.

The American Australian Association exists to benefit all Americans and Australians. We are committed to being actively fair, equitable, and inclusive, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

 

TESTIMONIES FROM PREVIOUS INTERNS

• “I loved being an intern at the AAA because it allowed me to explore so many opportunities and set me up for any job.” – 2025 Intern, Will Fairweather
• “It is an unforgettable experience because of the people you get to meet from all types of industries.” -2025 Intern, Ben Bonnici