Welcome

At Platypus we're just as passionate about your internship as you are! We focus on quality and ensure your time in Australia is everything you expect it to be and more!

Why Platypus?

At Platypus we believe your internship in Australia should be a rewarding and educational experience and lots of fun at the same time.

We offer a comprehensive Sydney Introduction Week to ensure you settle in to your new city and make friends quickly. Choose from a 3-night or 7-night package with airport transfer, accommodation and fun group activities. 

Our Host Companies are selected from a variety of industry sectors, ranging from small entrepreneurial companies to not-for-profit organisations and global corporations.  

Your internship placement will be suited your requirements - whether it’s essential for your university degree, a desire to experience another culture, broaden your horizons, or expand your career and lifestyle opportunities.

In addition, we provide comprehensive support, before, during and after your internship, to ensure you have a safe, fun, and valuable experience in Australia. 

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What We Offer

  • Full-time internships in your industry of choice
  • Internships from 4 weeks to 6 months
  • A dedicated Internship Coordinator in Sydney 
  • Pre-departure Skype interview
  • Visa application service
  • Sydney arrival package 
  • Aussie bank account, taxfile number & mobile SIM
  • Weekly social events and activities
  • Accommodation arranged
  • 24/7 emergency assistance
  • Discounted travel all across Australia
      
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Online Marketing Internship, Community Management, Sydney

 
If you are interested in SEO / SEM and have basic technical skills then this could be the right internship for you. You will assist in the creation and implementation of the Marketing Strategy by managing the online community through social media, newsletters and the website, as well as improve the online reach through various Internet Marketing strategies.
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Event Management Internship, Sydney

 
Based in North Sydney, we are a leading event management company with a wide variety of projects. Your internship will include strategy, client management and event promotion. You need an ability to work in a team as well as independently. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate.
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Tourism Industry, Sydney

 
Australia is one of the world's favourite travel destinations for tourists and our job is to take care of them when they get here! Our tours are aimed at 18-30 year olds from all over the world. Join our team and gain an insight into the Aussie travel industry. Lots of fun, guaranteed!
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Graphic Design Internship, Sydney

 
If you're looking for hands on experience in a Marketing agency, this might be your dream internship! You will work on a range of design projects such as developing brands, online and print campaigns, websites, brochures, video!
Period of 3-6 months.
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Intern in the Fashion Industry, Sydney

 
We are a young fashion label based in Kings Cross, Sydney. To support our team we searching for an intern who is creative, highly motivated and full of ideas. Skills with Illustrator / Photoshop would be advantageous, but not essential. Must be energetic and full of personality. 
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Business Development, IT Software Company

 
We are a well-known developer of business management and accounts software with offices in Sydney, London, Munich and Chicago. We want to an Intern to assist our business development team with a range of customer acquisition / marketing projects. 
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Business Administration, Wholesale

 
We are a leading wholesaler of home decor items. Our head office and showroom is located in East Sydney. We are looking for an intern who assist with administration and office tasks. Good English skills and MS Office proficiency is essential for this role. 


What our Interns say...

Matt Cassidy - Sheffield, UK 
'I would just like to say thank you for my amazing internship experience! I was a little apprehensive at the start as I've never travelled this far on my own before and I didn't really know how to go about everything. Fortunately the team at Platypus Internships helped me feel at ease and settle in straight away!' 

Britta Ewald - Berlin, Germany
'Things I was scared of about coming to Sydney were getting lost, arriving with no accommodation and work & without knowing anyone so I signed up with Platypus. To be honest, it's the best thing I could have done, they helped me so much with all my questions (and I had a lot) & they helped me find the best internship ever! Thanks so much, I'll definitely recommend you to everyone in Berlin!'

Roel van Amstel - The Netherlands
'One of the things I enjoyed best was the Sydney intro week! I met lots of new friends, saw dolphins, went sandboarding and had some good nights out with a lot of new people. The internship itself was very good too, I've improved my English very much and even have a bit of an Australian accent!' 

Katie Walsh, Ireland
'My internship with Platypus was a fantastic experience. My host company was great and my colleagues were very supportive. I would recommend it for anyone! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!'

 


Linnéa Nystrand - Visby, Sweden
'Going to Australia was always a dream and has become reality thanks to the internship company. When I came over in November, my internship coordinator arranged everything for me; bank account, tax file number, accommodation, internship placement and the team also got me in touch with lots of other travellers. All I had to do was book my flights, so easy! I still go to the office all the time, just to say hello and catch up for dinners and drinks!'


Marius Engelhardt - Hamburg, Germany
'Best thing about my internship through Platypus? The company they helped me pick and the people I've met. Australia is such a great country and there is so much to do in Sydney. Before I left Germany, I thought Hamburg was the place to be but this whole experience has changed my mind. Sydney is the best!'


Stefanie Weber - Haarlem, The Netherlands
'I still miss Sydney every day, I love that city!! As soon as you arrive in Sydney, you'll feel so relaxed and happy, you never want to go home!! Platypus arranged an airport pick up for me and then took me to the hostel where I did the 7-day package, got everything arranged and had so much fun. After this week, I moved into my shared accommodation where I made friends for life! My internship was great, people were so nice and I learnt a lot. When I finished my internship, Platypus helped me organize my whole trip on the East-Coast & The Outback, never expected my trip to be so amazing!!'