Internships

The Sydney Writers’ Festival internship program is designed to facilitate learning within a collaborative office environment, as well as to offer practical experience working on a large-scale festival event. 

Each role has been designed according to specific learning outcomes. The internship program also provides valuable opportunities for students to network with professionals in Sydney’s thriving arts and cultural events industry.  

Applications for our 2026 internships are now open.

Submit your application via our internship application form by 11:59pm Sunday 16 November 2025.

2026 Event Management (Program & Logistics) Internship

Read the full position description here. 

2026 Event Management (Production Operations) Internship

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2026 Event Management (Volunteers) Internship

Read the full position description here. 

2026 Marketing Internship

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2026 Partnerships & Development Internship

Read the full position description here. 

 

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