National Health and Medical Research Council – Bondi NSW13d ago , from National Health and Medical Research CouncilAustralia wideAre you passionate about health?
Do you want to contribute to Australia's future?
Do you see yourself working in the health and/or medical research?
If so, this may be the internship for you!
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) invites current university students of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply for our Indigenous Virtual Internship Program.
This dynamic program offers you the chance to dive into NHMRC's important work while enriching your academic journey with hands‐on experience.The Indigenous Internship Program is available Australia wide as work from home, however candidates based in Canberra or Melbourne will have the option to work from the NHMRC office.Each internship is unique, depending on your project you may have the opportunity to:Engage directly with government processes involved in funding health and medical researchContribute to developing guidelines and addressing ethical challengesExplore how knowledge is shared and promoted across communitiesGain a deeper understanding of public administration and accountability in actionAPS Level 3$72,620 - $80,492 per annum plus 15.4% SuperannuationAustralia wideAre you passionate about health?
Do you want to contribute to Australia's future?
Do you see yourself working in the health and/or medical research?
If so, this may be the internship for you!
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) invites current university students of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply for our Indigenous Virtual Internship Program.




This dynamic program offers you the chance to dive into NHMRC's important work while enriching your academic journey with hands‐on experience.The Indigenous Internship Program is available Australia wide as remote work, however candidates based in Canberra or Melbourne will have the option to work from the NHMRC office.Each internship is unique, depending on your project you may have the opportunity to:Engage directly with government processes involved in funding health and medical researchContribute to developing guidelines and addressing ethical challengesExplore how knowledge is shared and promoted across communitiesGain a deeper understanding of public administration and accountability in actionJob specific dutiesAs part of the internship program, you will have the opportunity to take part in various projects to:Build and maintain effective relationships within NHMRC and with external stakeholdersProvide critical operational and administrative support in exciting and impactful projectsDraft communication with grant recipients and stakeholdersProviding administrative support for corporate and project related activities such as:Drafting communication messages to the research sectorGathering and providing input to briefings and requests for informationData extraction and analysisBring fresh ideas and creative thinking to drive innovative improvements across the businessCore capabilitiesThe successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities:Strong written and oral communication skills and attention to detailAbility to build rapport and maintain strong stakeholder relationships within NHMRC and with external providersAccountability for completion of allocated tasks, review of work and contribute to team goalsBeing a self-starter and a reliable team member with a 'can do' attitudeAbility to work independently and manage workloads, including prioritising urgent deadlinesTo be eligible you must:Be enrolled in an undergraduate or master's degree in a health, medical research or science related field and provide evidence to confirm that you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.Be available for approximately 200 hours from mid-November **** to mid-January **** (during the summer university break).
However, there is flexibility around these timeframes.Submit a completed online application form with your Resume prior to the closing date and time, be an Australian citizen and be able to provide evidence of this.
If successful, you will also be required to undertake a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.For further informationPlease refer to the Job Description or contact Sam Faulkner, Director Indigenous Advice via ****** is an inclusive and diverse employer that supports gender equity and diversity in leadership.
We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including People with Disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, mature age people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.EligibilityThis opportunity is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under Clause 31 of the Public Service Commissioner's Direction **** and is within the meaning of special measures under subsection 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act ****.
You will be required to provide confirmation of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage prior to receiving a formal offer of employment.Applications close11:30 PM AEDT Sunday, 25 October ****
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📌 Indigenous Internship Program 2026-2027 (Sydney)
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