Wheelchair Rugby Internship 2024

Position Type: 6 month internship (2 days per week). If seeking internship for university credit - additional hours can be arranged

Remuneration: This is an unpaid internship for the purpose of education and learning only.

Start Date: February 2024

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer and General Manager - Operations

About Wheelchair Rugby Australia

Wheelchair Rugby Australia (WRA) is the governing body in Australia responsible for the development and growth of Wheelchair Rugby. Recognised as a National Sporting Organisation (NSO), WRA is dedicated to providing athletes with a disability the opportunity to participate and excel in Wheelchair Rugby from grassroots to international competition. WRA is a registered charity and not-for profit recognised by the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC). Learn more here: wheelchairrugby.com.au

The Position

The Wheelchair Rugby Australia Internship provides students with work experience in the sport industry field. During the internship, the successful candidate will support the functions of delivering the Wheelchair Rugby National League and Wheelchair Rugby National Championship. They will learn about:

• Event Delivery incl. broadcast, operational logistics, sport operations, Schools Program
• Marketing & Social Media
• Sport Development

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of event operations for the National League and National Championship, including:
  • Transport and Logistics
  • Results Management
  • Venue Operations
  • Team and Officials Communications
  • Social Media and Website updates
  • Schools Program and Ticketing
  • Promotion of the event
• Aid in curation, creation and implementation of social media content and reporting
• Attend the 2024 Santos Wheelchair Rugby National Championship and support event delivery (all travel covered by WRA)

Key Selection Criteria

Essential

• Studying sport management, marketing or promotions, or equivalent
• Desire to learn more about the Australian sports industry.
• Ability to work in a team environment and at times autonomously with competence, integrity and efficiency.
• Excellent presentation and group training skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills supported by interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer and IT skills
• Must be an Australia Citizen / Permanent Resident or already have the appropriate working rights with Australia to be considered for this position.
• Working with Children Check

Desirable

• Available for weekend and weeknight work when required
• Knowledge and understanding of the Australian sports industry
• Driver’s licence

Commitment to Child Safety and Integrity

WRA is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and participants who participate in Wheelchair Rugby. We support the rights of the child and will act at all times to ensure a child safe environment is maintained.

While this role is not a child-related role, under our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy you may be required to undergo a police check and have a valid Working with Children check.