City Life/Creative City/Major Events and FestivalsEmployment type: Casual full-time or part-time availableHourly rate: $***** plus superannuationCaring for our city, creating a future for allOur people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams.
They're motivated by our genuinecommitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney *********** Continuing the Vision.Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core.
You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city.
Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships.
Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.About the roleThese are Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander targeted positions which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****.The City of Sydney is looking for up to 2 motivated and enthusiastic Events Interns to join our Major Events and Festivals team.
This is an entry-level opportunity to gain hands‐on experience working alongside industry professionals in the planning and delivery of some of Sydney's most iconic events, including Sydney Christmas and Sydney New Year's Eve.The internship runs from Monday 19 October **** until Friday 8 January ****, working up to Christmas Eve, and between 27 December and 1 January inclusive.
You won't work on Christmas Day or Boxing Day.
The exact start date and work arrangements will be discussed and agreed as part of the selection process.This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in events, gain practical experience,



and work behind the scenes on some of Sydney's most high‐profile cultural celebrations.ResponsibilitiesSupport the Major Events and Festivals team with effective project and administrative support as directed.Assist with the set‐up, operation and pack‐down of production, operations and logistics requirements for identified events under direction of the relevant coordinators and/or managers.Assist with any required event administration tasks including preparing meeting minutes, agendas and action lists, and updating project critical path documentation.Support and assist with other programming, production, or business operations‐related duties as directed/required.The position will have the opportunity to work on event sites during the delivery of the events if required.Qualifications and experienceAn interest in major events and festivals within a local government setting.Ability to meet deadlines and to balance competing priorities.Demonstrated ability to be proactive, flexible and reliable.Good written and oral communication skills, combined with proven ability to maintain confidentiality.Able to work some evenings and weekends where required.Download position description.The recommended applicant must complete a pre‐employment health declaration form.What we can offer youFlexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significanceCollaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office,



with many public transport options.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting familiesWe provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all recent parents, supporting diverse and inclusive familiesPaid and unpaid adoption and long‐term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart‐time and job‐sharing options availableSupportive return‐to‐work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporterFind out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities.
We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.We're a disability confident recruiter.
If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us ****** ************.
For more information, contact Eri Tada, Business Operations Coordinator at ****** or on ************.
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📌 Casual Events Intern (New South Wales)
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