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Journalism Work Experience Internships in Perth in Western Australia
Gain worthwhile experience working
in a fast-pace, professional environment with a suburban newspaper in
Perth, Western Australia.
If you do any
placement in Perth, an Indigenous
(Aborigine) Heritage tour
in Kings Park, Perth's No. 1 tourist attraction, is included in your
itinerary, free of charge!
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►SUMMARY
FACTFILE |
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Dates |
All year round - you choose your
start and finish dates! |
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Duration |
From 4
weeks to 1 year, subject to visa restrictions |
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Requirements |
You should
have some journalism experience or a degree in Journalism. |
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Price |
From
£1,995 / US$2,995 for 4 weeks, ranging to £3,795
/ US$5,695 for 12 weeks.
Full Price List and other
Currencies |
| What's
included |
►Accommodation
►Food
►Meeting you at the Airport
►Transfer to your accommodation
►Full pre-departure support
►Local in-country team support
and backup
►24-hr emergency support. |
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What's not included |
Flights, Insurance,
Cost of Visas (if a visa is required, but we'll provide necessary documents and
assistance), Transport to and from your
Project, Return transfer to the airport. |
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Who can do this Project? |
All projects are
open to all nationalities.
You need to be aged between 17 and 70+ |
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:
You'll learn a lot from experts in your field about how they work in
a cultural environment that's different to what you're used to.
New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding
of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional
development.
An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head
and shoulders above most others in the job market
And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!
PROJECT
OVERVIEW
If you
have just finished your journalism degree or are seeking further
experience in this area, then a work experience placement such as this
could be just the thing you're looking for. This type of programme is a
great way of enhancing your CV or résumé and making you stand out from
the crowd in this increasingly competitive world.
Working overseas is a challenging yet wonderfully rewarding experience
and this placement will give you excellent hands-on experience in a
busy, professional working environment. You’ll be working in areas such
as investigating, planning, possibly photography and writing. You will
be given deadlines and be expected to meet them, so you will need to be
the type of person that can think on your feet in this fast-pace working
environment. If this is you then you will truly relish this experience!
This placement will broaden your horizons and give you experience of a
new way of working in a different yet exciting culture where language is
not a problem and the people are particularly friendly and welcoming!
ABOUT
THE PROJECT
The
Newspaper is a privately owned and operated suburban newspaper in the
Perth metropolitan area of Western Australia. The papers are free
weeklies delivered to all homes and businesses in their respective
areas. They have a higher penetration of household letter box deliveries
than the opposition in the same area.
Perth Suburban Newspapers are independent of any national or
multi-national media organisations; their editorial content is not
influenced by any vested interests. The newspapers are owned and
operated by West Australians who live and work in their circulation
areas. They have their fingers on the pulse of local issues as they
happen. They pride themselves on this independent approach rather than
promoting a generic "look" based on style rather than content.
Because of this difference, they have very high, loyal readership within
the distribution boundaries. This high loyal readership is delivered
directly to advertisers in a credible environment.
WORK CONTENT:
You’ll undertake a number of tasks and generally be asked to help out in
a number of areas, thus giving your placement wide variety and hopefully
you can learn a great deal from the placement. You’ll work in a variety
of roles at the newspaper depending on your ability as a journalist and
you will be assigned various different tasks and jobs to undertake.
Here is a breakdown of the job roles that you may be assigned: planning,
preparing, investigating and writing, plus anything else that may be
required at the time that you’re there. For example, at times you may be
expected to take your own photos (if you’re good enough with a camera)
or plan your own arrangements to do a story, including arranging your
own transport to get to the story.
The newspaper covers a broad range of subjects, from business, sport,
news and local stories to many of the other features that can be found
in most newspapers. It is unlikely that you will focus in just one
specific area but a bit of everything.
REQUIREMENTS:
You should have some
experience and/or a degree in Journalism. You must be driven and
able to work with/ and on anything that comes along. Because of the size
of the newspaper this is a great opportunity for people who are serious
about journalism, because you’ll learn a lot!! This project is not
suitable for people who are unable to think on their feet.
LOCATION:
The community newspaper is based
about 30 minutes from Perth Central Business District in an area called
Fremantle.
Fremantle is Western Australia's major commercial port and handles the
majority of the State's imports and exports. It is a major tourist attraction for travellers from all parts of
the world and attracts large numbers of residents and visitors on a
daily basis. The city offers a unique blend of a lively multicultural
yet relaxed lifestyle and is a 7 day city.
Within easy walking and cycling distance, visitors can experience
contemporary circus, fine crafts, original music and theatre, exciting
galleries, museums, bookshops and buskers. Along with maritime history
and extensive architectural conservation, the Arts have become a central
part of Fremantle life where visitors can discover the past and present.
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OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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ACCOMMODATION AND LOCATION:
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You'll have the opportunity to relax
on the beautiful beaches of Perth.
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Your accommodation is located in the CBD (Central Business District) of Perth, Western
Australia. Therefore you are very central, close to the main train station
and shopping district.
You'll live in a centrally
located lodge that is
friendly and relaxing, making it ideal for long term stays. You'll have your
own room, but will share a bathroom with others on your floor. There is an
excellent kitchen and storage area for cooking meals and plenty of space to
relax.
Click
here to visit the Lodges' website for more information.
Entertainment at your accommodation includes a pool table, cheap internet
access, arcade machines and cable TV (Foxtel), to name a few. But with all
the sunshine Perth has – you’ll be out and about enjoying the many outdoor
activities! You are literally a stroll from the Swan River and free CBD
transport. Trains and buses are also only a few minutes away to take you to
Fremantle, King’s Park or to the many other ‘things to do’! T
The city centre
boasts great shopping, restaurants and pubs or head over to Northbridge for
more pubs, nightclubs and multicultural cuisine. You'll get to work via bus,
which stops outside your accommodation.
Perth was built on the
banks of the magnificent Swan River over 150 years ago and is now a city
rich in culture and filled with theatres, art galleries and museums.
The city is modern and vibrant - a fun, friendly and 'laid back' place, with
clear skies and a sunny climate. Western Australia is locally known as the
'state of excitement!'
Some of its more famous attractions include
Kings Park, Scarborough Beach, Fremantle and the Swan River.
Fremantle (or as the local’s call it, ‘Freo’) is the city’s port and is
rich in history. At weekends you will find
markets,
entertainment and plenty of alfresco style cafes to laze in.
Perth has
restaurants to suit all tastes - the most popular cuisine is of course the
great Australian BBQ. Barbeque facilities are abundant in local parks - take
your own food and cook up a feast, Australian style!
For meals in local
restaurants, a trip to Perth's inner city centre is well worth the effort -
it bustles with activity and offers a range of choices of restaurants. |
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TRAVEL, VISAS, plus SUPPORT & BACKUP: |
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You will fly into Perth where
you'll be met by
Jenny,
our local organiser, or another member of staff. From the airport you'll be taken to your accommodation.
During the first few days of your stay you
will also receive an induction at your place of work.
Several days later, once you have settled in and recovered from the flight, you
will begin working at your project.
You have the option to arrange your
own flights or we can assist you with your flight arrangements. If you would
like us to do this for you, we will liaise with you regarding available flights
and dates to suit you. All arrangements for your flight bookings/payments will
be fulfilled by Murray Rogers Travel Limited, ATOL No. 6856.
Where possible, we arrange for two or more people to travel on the
same flight and we will let you have the names and telephone numbers of other
volunteers on your flight, so that you can chat to each other or even meet up
before leaving for your placement.
VISAS:
We will liaise with you about
specific requirements, if any, and make the Visa process very easy.
Where possible, all flights we arrange for you have changeable return tickets because many of our
volunteers choose to extend their stay once they are in their destination
country.
Changeable return tickets enable you to do so, within the limits of your visa
and the level of your air ticket,
of course. If you choose to book your own flights, you should endeavour to get
a changeable ticket.
To read about the excellent Support
& Backup we provide before you leave and during
your programme,
please click here.
We can also arrange your flight
dates
to give you additional time at the end of your project for travelling around and sightseeing - this is a
fascinating and wondrous country!
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