The Creative Studio: Blaklist Intern will support the delivery of a three-day creative workshop for young people aged 14–18 during the NSW school holidays.
Working alongside the Creative Lead and guest facilitators, the intern will help create a welcoming and engaging workshop environment, support participants during activities and assist with the practical delivery of the program.
The internship provides hands-on experience in youth engagement, creative facilitation and program delivery across media, communications and creative practice.
About Powerhouse
Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are undertaking a landmark $1.3 billion infrastructure renewal program, led by the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the heritage revitalisation of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The intern will:
- Support workshop set-up, pack-down and day-to-day program delivery.
- Welcome participants and help create an inclusive and supportive workshop workplace.
- Assist facilitators with creative activities, group work and participant engagement.
- Support young people as they develop ideas and creative projects across media and communication.
- Work collaboratively with the Creative Lead, guest facilitators and Powerhouse team across the three-day program.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Confidence working collaboratively with young people
- An interest in media and creative practice
- Basic digital or content creation skills
- Facilitation experience or an interest in developing facilitation skills
Strengths
- Care: supports others with respect
- Service: creates welcoming participant experiences
- Collaboration: works positively as part of a team
WHY JOIN US?
This internship provides the opportunity to:
- Gain practical experience supporting a live creative program for young people.
- Develop facilitation, communication and participant engagement skills.
- Learn from experienced creative practitioners and guest facilitators.
- Build experience in workshop preparation and program delivery.
- Gain insight into creative industries, media and collaborative creative practice.
ABOUT CREATIVE STUDIO: BLAKLIST
Creative Studio: Blaklist is a hands-on three-day program where young people create, communicate and develop ideas across media, collaboration and creative practice.
The program is led by BLAKLIST, a 100% First Nations-owned creative agency supporting emerging talent across fashion, media, performance and the creative industries.
DETAILS
- Program: Creative Studio: Blaklist
- Location: UTS Building 5, Block A, 5 Quay Street, Haymarket
- Workshop dates: 7–9 October 2026
- Hours: 9.00 am–2.30 pm each day
- Duration: 3 days
- Induction: Online induction during the week commencing 28 September 2026
- Stipend: $250 per workshop delivery day
Role Description
Volunteer Candidate Guide
For any question about the role, please contact
[email protected]
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBT+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.
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