Job Description

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.

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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.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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The intern will:

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- Support workshop set-up, pack-down and day-to-day program delivery.
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- Welcome participants and help create an inclusive and supportive workshop environment.
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- Assist facilitators with creative activities, group work and participant engagement.
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- Support young people as they develop ideas and creative projects across media and communication.
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- Work collaboratively with the Creative Lead, guest facilitators and Powerhouse team across the three-day program.
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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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Skills

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- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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- Confidence working collaboratively with young people
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- An interest in media and creative practice
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- Basic digital or content creation skills
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- Facilitation experience or an interest in developing facilitation skills
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Strengths

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- Care: supports others with respect
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- Service: creates welcoming participant experiences
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- Collaboration: works positively as part of a team
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WHY JOIN US?

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This internship provides the opportunity to:

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- Gain practical experience supporting a live creative program for young people.
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- Develop facilitation, communication and participant engagement skills.
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- Learn from experienced creative practitioners and guest facilitators.
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- Build experience in workshop preparation and program delivery.
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- Gain insight into creative industries, media and cooperative creative practice.
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ABOUT CREATIVE STUDIO: BLAKLIST

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Creative Studio: Blaklist is a hands-on three-day program where young people create, communicate and develop ideas across media, collaboration and creative practice.

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DETAILS

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- Program: Creative Studio: Blaklist
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- Location: UTS Building 5, Block A, 5 Quay Street, Haymarket
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- Workshop dates: 7-9 October 2026
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- Hours: 9.00 am-2.30 pm each day
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- Duration: 3 days
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- Induction: Online induction during the week commencing 28 September 2026
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- Stipend: $250 per workshop delivery day
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Role Description Volunteer Candidate Guide

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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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The Powerhouse 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.

📌 Intern: Creative Studio Blaklist (New South Wales)
🏢 Powerhouse
📍 New South Wales