The Psynergy HR Hotel Internship Program places working-holiday candidates into paid roles at Australia's leading hotels and resorts — including partners across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It's the practical first step toward an international hospitality career.

From your first interview to your first shift, our Melbourne team prepares you, matches you to the right property, and supports you in your own language once you arrive.

Program Highlights

Paid & Award-Based

Real wages under the relevant Australian award — not unpaid work experience.

Up to 3 Guaranteed Interviews

We introduce you to suitable employers and secure up to three interviews.

Placements at leading Australian hotels and resorts.

Guidance in English, Korean, Japanese and Chinese.

Interview Prep & Training

Comprehensive coaching so you interview with confidence.

Settlement Support

TFN, tax setup, orientation and ongoing help on the ground.

Program Overview

Detail

Summary

Program 3-month hotel internship

Locations Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast

Roles Food & Beverage · Housekeeping · Front Office · Kitchen

Typical hours ~20–25 hours per week

Visa Working Holiday (subclass 417 / 462)

Support Interview prep · matching · documentation · settlement

Internship placements are paid under the relevant Australian award (typically the Hospitality Industry (General) Award — GSA Level 2). Example casual rates:

Day

Example rate (AUD / hour)

Monday – Friday $31.23

Saturday $37.47

Sunday $43.72

Public Holiday $62.45

Rates are examples based on HIGA — GSA Level 2 and are updated each 1 July. Your offer states the exact award, level and rate.

Your Day-to-Day

- Food & Beverage — restaurant, bar and banquet service
- Housekeeping — preparing guest rooms and suites




- Front Office — check-in, concierge and guest service
- Kitchen — kitchen-hand and commis support

Who Can Apply

Visa

- A Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) or Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462)
- Valid for at least six months from your internship start date

You'll also need

- A positive, guest-focused attitude and reliable work ethic
- Availability for shift work, including some weekends
- Conversational English (support materials are available in Korean, Japanese and Chinese)
- A genuine interest in building a hospitality career in Australia

How It Works

- Interview Preparation & Training — We coach you so you're ready and confident for employer interviews.
- Tailored Job Matching — We match you to a property by your English level, experience and preferences.
- Up to 3 Guaranteed Interviews — We introduce you to suitable employers and secure up to three interviews.
- Offer & Documentation — We help with your TFN, tax setup and workplace paperwork.
- Arrival & Settlement — Orientation to Australian workplace culture and ongoing support in your language.

We prepare every candidate properly, match them to the right property, and stay beside them from the first interview to the first shift.

What's Included

Every placement includes

- Interview preparation and training
- Tailored job matching to a partner hotel or resort
- Up to three guaranteed employer interviews




- Pre-employment orientation to Australian workplace culture
- Documentation assistance (TFN, tax file setup, workplace paperwork)
- Ongoing support throughout your placement, in your language
- Career-development guidance for your next step in hospitality

Good to know

This is a paid internship program with a program fee. We tell you the full cost up front — never in the fine print. Some regional placements include or subsidise accommodation; your consultant confirms the details for each role. Psynergy HR is an equal-chance recruiter and does not guarantee employment or visa outcomes — what we guarantee is up to three interviews with suitable employers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Working Holiday visa before I apply?

You need a subclass 417 or 462 visa valid for at least six months from your start date. If you're still preparing, book a consultation and we'll help you plan the timing.

Is the internship paid?

Yes. Placements are paid under the relevant Australian award (typically HIGA — GSA Level 2), with higher rates on weekends and public holidays. This is real employment, not unpaid work experience.

How many hours will I work?

Most placements run around 20–25 hours per week over about six months, though this varies by property and season. Your offer states the details.

What does 'up to 3 guaranteed interviews' mean?

We introduce you to suitable partner employers and secure up to three interview opportunities. We don't promise a job or a visa — we do promise the interviews and full preparation for them.

Can you support me in my language?

Yes. Our Melbourne team supports candidates in English, Korean, Japanese and Chinese, from your first enquiry through to settlement.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 3-Month Hotel Internship Program Our flagship paid internship across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
🏢 Psynergy
📍 Melbourne