Soar to new heights

Griffith Asia Business Internships offer motivated students nearing completion of their degree the opportunity to increase employability by gaining practical exposure to a professional environment in an international setting. It further enables students to complete a full-time, unpaid 6-week internship while gaining exposure to the diversity and dynamism of Asia by developing cultural, political, and economic understanding and awareness.

Destinations offered in 2024 will include Japan, Korea and Malaysia.

* Please note - All programs will be reviewed prior to delivery in relation to travel advisories and student health and safety, and may not proceed In-Country if the University is not confident of both or cannot provide comprehensive insurance coverage. Remote/Online Global Internships will still be available.

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Global Ambassadors share how undertaking a Global Mobility Business Internship facilitates both personal and professional development.

Selection process

Students will meet specific course prerequisites and a criteria-based selection process will be undertaken and include:

  • At the end of Trimester 2, completion of 160CP in an undergraduate or halfway through a postgraduate degree.
  • Achieving a minimum overall GPA of 4.5.
  • Successfully engaging in an interview with staff/academic members of Griffith Asia Institute and potential host organisation.

For guidance on the application process, what to include in your application letter, Frequently Asked Questions and to  book a 15 minute consult with the team, visit our dedicated Griffith Asia Business Internship Program Sharepoint page.

Or send us an email today!

The course

Prior to commencing the Global Internship, students will participate in an ‘Asia Ready’ program and attend a range of orientation sessions, activities and events.  This includes professional development and introductory culture, education, history, language and politics sessions and industry briefings.

The 20CP elective course is available to select undergraduate and postgraduate students during Trimester 3.

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The workplace

Across destinations, host organisation examples include ANZ, Australian Chamber of Commerce, Crossroads Foundation, Fred Hollows Foundation, Global Sky Education, Lipman Karas, Mayer Brown, Ovolo Group, Royale International Group, Steelcase and Trade and Investment Queensland.

As well as gaining valuable exposure to a professional environment, Global Interns have completed the following types of projects and tasks:

  • Draft newsletters, industry reports and other publications
  • Event and project management
  • Develop marketing and human resource strategies
  • Risk reporting and auditing
  • Research and data analysis with regard to consumer behaviour, contract logistics, e-commerce, international trade, investor relations and product development
  • Website and social media management and creative content

Fees and expenses

There are a range of expenses that you will need to be mindful of when budgeting for your Global Internship. These include, but are not limited to:

  • 20CP Griffith tuition fee
  • dependent upon destination, additional third-party provider fee
  • visa application fee, including travel to another city for an interview if necessary
  • vaccinations, if relevant
  • accommodation
  • international flights and in-country transport
  • daily living expenses, including food and communications
  • discretionary spending money
  • independent travel

Budget worksheet

Funding assistance

New Colombo Plan funding of up to $5,000 per eligible Australian undergraduate student is available.  This is a grant and is not re-paid.

Eligible Australian students can apply for an OS-HELP loan of up to $9,504 (if studying in Asia).  OS-HELP is a loan scheme provided by the Australian Government specifically to support global mobility experiences. It is not considered a grant, therefore approved students can receive this loan as well as a grant such as New Colombo Plan.

International Experience Incentive Scheme (IEIS) Grants of $800 may be available for eligible international students and domestic Master students.

Destinations

China

Fiji

Hong Kong

Indonesia

Japan

Malaysia

South Korea

Student testimonial

Throughout my six-week internship experience, I achieved more professional and personal growth than I could have imagined. Being in a country where I had little knowledge or expectations allowed me to flourish. The "say yes" attitude was definitely championed by my supervisor at AustCham Korea, Executive DirectoRowan Petz. On day one, Rowan told me how much I would learn in Korea if I went into every experience with a positive attitude and no expectation of outcomes, and he couldn't have been more right. On a personal level, this mindset allowed me to experience something new every single day I was in Korea. I truly had a "say yes" attitude, and it allowed me to meet different people, eat different foods, and find myself in areas that I would never have been in back home.
Day-to-day, I was conducting market research into the bilateral relationship between Australia and Korea. It was fascinating to see which deals and articles caused interest amongst the community. I could not have asked for better mentors than the AustCham team. They immediately took me in and continually gave me fantastic opportunities to say yes to. From attending networking events, membership meetings, and CSR days, it was a fantastic opportunity. Learning from each member of team AustCham was a privilege and something I will bring with me every step in my career.
The GABI program is extremely well-structured and is the best experience I have had during my university degree. It has made me more knowledgeable, more confident, and more employable. I highly recommend this experience to every student I meet.

Liam Fogarty

Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Commerce

Global internship with AustCham Korea, Seoul 2023

Industry partner testimonial

Over the years, AustCham Korea has hosted numerous interns; among them, Liam has distinguished himself as one of the most exemplary. From the outset, he seamlessly integrated with our team, demonstrating a level of engagement and contribution more akin to a full team member than an intern. Liam's proactive, positive, and motivated approach ensured the successful completion of all tasks assigned to him, regardless of complexity. His respectfulness and adaptability in liaising with senior business and government officials have made him a valuable team member.
Given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to offer him a full-time position within our organisation. Liam's intelligence, passion, strong work ethic, personability, and team-oriented mindset position him as a significant asset to any future employer.
Based on our positive experience with Liam and other interns from this program, we highly recommend the Griffith Asia Business Internship Program to any business leader or organisation.

Rowan Petz, AustCham Korea, Seoul 2023

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