Internships

Intern with the Don Dunstan Foundation: Make a Difference and Grow Your Skills

Are you passionate about social justice and eager to gain real-world experience? The Don Dunstan Foundation offers rewarding internship opportunities for students from various disciplines. Join our team and contribute to a fairer world while developing valuable skills and building your professional network.

Please note: Internships are typically undertaken for course credit, but we also consider voluntary placements.
We primarily partner with the Adelaide University and Flinders University, however, we are open to students from other institutions by special agreement.

Why Intern with Us?

At the Don Dunstan Foundation, we value teamwork, inclusivity, and a positive environment. We offer a welcoming and engaging experience where you can learn, grow, and contribute your unique perspectives. As an intern, you’ll:

• Gain Practical Experience: Apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, enhancing your resume and preparing you for your future career.
• Develop Valuable Skills: Hone your research, communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Make a Real Impact: Contribute to projects that address critical social issues and promote positive change in South Australia.
• Network with Professionals: Connect with experienced individuals passionate about social justice and build lasting relationships.
• Work in a Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and caring team that values your contributions and supports your learning.

Internship Pathways

We offer focused internship opportunities tailored to your interests and skills in the following areas:

• Social Media, Marketing & Resource Development Internship: Support our online presence and public profile by creating engaging digital content and assisting with marketing campaigns. This dual-focused role also involves designing educational resources- such as fact sheets and info graphics- to effectively communicate the importance of the Foundation’s work to the community.

• Research Internship: Investigate our core focus areas, including Climate Justice, Aboriginal Empowerment, and Housing and Homelessness, to analyse their impact on South Australian communities. Key responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, data analysis, policy reviews, and drafting reports.