Internship Program
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
AMaGA Victoria's Internship Program has been confirmed for 2027!
Delivered in partnership with Deakin University, the Internship Program is made available exclusively for current students and recent graduates of their Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies (CHMS) program. While the program has previously run as a 12-month placement, the program will now run for a slightly shorter period from the start of February until mid-December.
The internship provides a unique opportunity for current students or recent graduates to gain extended hands-on experience within the museum and gallery sector through the lens of peak body advocacy work, programming and events, and public engagement. The aim is to equip the successful candidate with the necessary skills, experience, and connections to increase their chances of securing future employment in a competitive market.
The intern will work under the guidance and supervision of AMaGA Victoria staff while undertaking skill development opportunities in selected focus areas: collection management, digitisation, accessibility, and digital curation (via Victorian Collections); policy planning and strategy, and best practice standards (via Accreditation Programs); public engagement and training (via Events and Professional Development Program); and marketing and communications strategies. These focus areas will be accompanied by targeted outcomes identified at the beginning of the program and reviewed throughout the course of the program. This internship will also provide opportunities for the successful candidate to network with professionals in the industry and participate in professional development activities, further enhancing their employability.
MEET OUR INTERNS
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Kavita Peterson
2024 Project Officer
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Ciara Griffiths
2025 Project Officer
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Mitraja Bais
2026 Project Officer
KEY AIMS
Develop and implement a personal development plan, in consultation with the Executive Director, that identifies specific learning goals and strategies for achieving them;
Develop and apply practical skills in areas such as policy development and implementation, research, digital exhibition development, collections documentation and digitisation, event planning and delivery, audience engagement, marketing and communications, and office administration;
Work collaboratively with other staff members to support the successful delivery of programs and services to museums and galleries and their communities;
Develop an understanding of the legal, ethical, and cultural considerations that impact the management of museums and galleries and their collections, as well as how strategies translate into practical policy development and application;
Participate in training and professional development opportunities, including attending workshops, seminars, and conferences, to enhance skills and knowledge in the museum and gallery sector;
Gain exposure to industry professionals and networks, and to develop a professional network of contacts for future career opportunities;
Contribute to the development and implementation of new initiatives and projects that align with the Australian Museums and Galleries Association Victoria's strategic priorities; and
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Australian Museums and Galleries Association Victoria's purpose, goals, and strategies for supporting the museum and gallery sector in Victoria.
HOW TO APPLY
Please review the provided position statement and submit the following documents to enquiries@amagavic.org.au:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Responses to the Key Selection Criteria
Applications open: Thursday 15 October 2026
Applications close: Sunday 8 November
Applicants notified: Wednesday 18 November
Interview dates: Thursday 26 or Friday 27 November
Please note that late submissions will not be considered.