Internship Program
The Earthwatch Australia Internship Program has three intakes per year. Due to high demand, Earthwatch Australia does not accept application outside the specified periods.
Once applications for each intake period are open, you will see placement options below.
Intake 1 | (March - June) - Applications are currently closed. 14 February - Applications open 10 March - Applications close By 13 March – Notification for informal interview selection 14 & 17 March – Interviews take place 18 March – Interview outcomes and offers sent 25 March – Onboarding session |
Intake 2 | (July - October) - Applications will open June 2025 10 June – Applications open 29 June – Applications close By 1 July – Notification for informal interview selection 3 & 4 July – Interviews take place 8 July – Interview outcomes and offers sent 15 July – Onboarding session |
Intake 3 | - Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately no internship opportunities are currently available for this intake. |
Each internship is for a 12-week period and the minimum commitment is 80 hours.
Internships 2026
Intake 1 | (March 2026 - June 2026) - Applications are currently closed. 13 February - Applications open |
Intake 2 | (July 2026 - October 2026) - Applications will open June 2026 9 June – Applications open
28 June – Applications close
By 30 June – Notification for informal interview selection
2 & 3 July – Interviews take place
7 July – Interview outcomes and offers sent
14 July – Onboarding session
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Intake 3 | (November 2026 - February 2027) - Applications will open October 2026 16 October – Applications open
8 November – Applications close
By 10 November – Notification for informal interview selection
12 & 13 November – Interviews take place
17 November – Interview outcomes and offers sent
24 November – Onboarding session |
About working with Earthwatch
Earthwatch is an independent scientific research and conservation charity which aims to create a society that lives in balance with nature. We believe strongly in the power of connecting people to nature to inspire Environmental action for net positive impact on our environment. We think globally and act locally, tackling the biggest environmental issues including biodiversity loss, climate change and recognition and protection of some of our most important ecosystems.
As an Earthwatch intern you will work with our team to help deliver real citizen science programs and disseminate scientific understanding. You will gain hands on experience, develop skills and understanding in your field, broaden your networks and have real-world exposure to citizen science in action. Being accepted as an Earthwatch Intern means you will commit to our values and our mission to empower people to save the natural world.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Earthwatch Australia Internship Program, applicants must reside in Australia. Our office is based in Melbourne, but our internships are open to applicants from across Australia. If working remotely or from home, you will need to supply your own computer and have good internet connectivity.
How to apply
To apply, you will need to send us your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’d be great in your chosen placement. Please follow the application link via the position description to apply. If you intend to put this internship toward university credit, please also include a letter of support from your unit chair which outlines any specific requirements or obligations.
Any further questions? Read our FAQs for more information.