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While at the KLC, I was fortunate to gain a much deeper understanding of the role of native title representation bodies and the processes for Aboriginal groups to claim native title. I spent time looking through files to support preparations for a compensation


Sector/s:
Aboriginal Land Councils
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Legal)
Society and Culture (Social Science)
Location/s:
Broome
Host org:
Kimberley Land Council (KLC)

Overall, my time at the OCC was amazing. I was thrown in the deep-end and got exposed to fascinating work, a great organisation, a high degree of community engagement and exposure to many of the internal systems governing the organisation


Sector/s:
Community Development/ Youth Services
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Legal)
Society and Culture (Social Science)
Location/s:
Darwin
Host org:
Office of Chidren's Commission NT

I had a really great experience during the entire internship. The team at WIC were really great and fun to be around as well as super supportive. I got to meet and chat with a lot of different people and have gained so much knowledge from this experience. 


Sector/s:
Environment/Heritage
Steam/s:
Natural and Physical Sciences
Engineering and Related Technologies
Agriculture, Environmental and Related studies
Society and Culture (Social Science)
Location/s:
Wollongong
Host org:
University of Wollongong - Woolyungah Indigenous Centre

I had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of eye conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and pterygiums. This variety has provided valuable experience in managing chronic and environmentally influenced conditions, enhancing my skills in


Sector/s:
Health/Medical Services
Steam/s:
Health
Location/s:
Darwin
Host org:
Deadly Vision Centre

I found my overall internship experience beneficial. My internship allowed me to grow my confidence and believe in my abilities to complete the internship and future work. I was exposed to topics where I had no background in and developed a basic understanding


Sector/s:
Indigenous Corporations
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Legal)
Society and Culture (Social Science)
Location/s:
Cairns
Host org:
Cape York Partnership

This internship was a great experience for me. The workplace was a positive environment as everyone was really positive and culturally appropriate. The research fellows kept me very busy (in a good way). I learnt so many valuable skills that have contributed t


Sector/s:
Health/Medical Services
Steam/s:
Health
Location/s:
Sydney
Host org:
The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health (University of Sydney)

The internship allowed me to experience the legal sector outside of university which allowed me to develop skills that I would not be able to learn at univeristy. The staff was welcoming and allowed me to feel comfortable. They challenged me and encouraged me


Sector/s:
Law and Justice
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Legal)
Location/s:
Perth
Host org:
Aboriginal Legal Services of Western Australia (ALSWA)

My internship had developed both my lab and community skills. In my previous internship I never got to interact with the lab component so research within that area. but being able to apply my knowledge from my biochemistry degree (since transferred) was great!


Sector/s:
Health/Medical Services
Steam/s:
Health
Location/s:
Perth
Host org:
Telethon Kids Institute (TKI)

During my Tranby internship, I gained invaluable hands-on experience applying theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges within an organisational setting. It deepened my understanding of holistic approaches and organisational dynamics, reinforcing my commi


Sector/s:
Education/Training
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Social Science)
Education
Location/s:
Sydney
Host org:
Tranby National Indigenous Adult Education & Training (TRANBY)

The internship has been very insightful for considering working opportunities with indigenous people. Coming from a primarily corporate background, I had no idea how meaningful legal work can truly be. The work and opportunities given to me via the internship


Sector/s:
Environment/Heritage
Steam/s:
Natural and Physical Sciences
Agriculture, Environmental and Related studies
Location/s:
Cairns
Host org:
Wet Tropics Marine Authority (WTMA)

The internship has been very insightful for considering working opportunities with indigenous people. Coming from a primarily corporate background, I had no idea how meaningful legal work can truly be. The work and opportunities given to me via the internship


Sector/s:
Law and Justice
Steam/s:
Society and Culture (Legal)
Location/s:
Hobart
Host org:
Marrawah Law

Overwhelmingly positive, fantastic people within the KLC who were so friendly and willing to share. Got to experience amazing things, go out into the field and work on country with Indigenous rangers and get a view of how the ranger groups and ecological proje


Sector/s:
Aboriginal Land Councils
Steam/s:
Natural and Physical Sciences
Agriculture, Environmental and Related studies
Location/s:
Broome
Host org:
Kimberley Land Council (NLC)

Current hosts

Indigenous sector host organisations span  a broad range of areas including health, education, research, justice, policy, environment, STEAM, youth work and native title., Australia wide. Aurora is open to working with culturally responsive organisations outside of the Indigenous sector to host Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander interns.