COMMUNITY RADIO WORK EXPERIENCE INTERNSHIP IN PERTH

Gain worthwhile experience on a community radio station that broadcasts primarily to the northern suburbs of Perth, Western Australia, with a focus on the Cities of Wanneroo and Joondalup.

Being a community station, you'll join the dedicated band of volunteers that the station relies on. As they say, "It's a bit like a family with people of all ages and walks of life and, of course, a common love of community radio".

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!
 

On this page:

• About the Radio Station

• Work Content and Responsibilities

• Requirements

• Programme Broadcasting Schedule for a typical Week

• Accommodation: Your Arrival and Introduction to Perth

• Travel & Visas

PROJECT OVERVIEW
If you're planning a gap year or career break and contemplating a career in radio, a work experience placement such as this could be just the thing you're looking for. This type of work experience 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 broadcasting and production experience. Whether you're starting out or taking a career break, 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.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

• An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into Australia and you'll learn about the Aborigine culture that makes this country so fasinating!

• 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!

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OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Jenny Ashworth, Travellers Australia Manager and long-time friend of our UK Team!

Accommodation: 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 be accommodated in a centrally located lodge that is friendly and relaxing, making it ideal for long term stays. You'll most likely 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.

Entertainment at the Lodge currently 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 in the region!

The city centre boasts great shopping, restaurants and pubs or you can head over to Northbridge for more pubs, nightclubs and multicultural cuisine. You'll get to work via bus, which stops outside your accommodation.

Food:  You'll be given a budget for your food. This will usually be on a monthly basis, although it may vary if you are staying for a shorter period of time. The food budget is sufficient to cover basic meals of breakfast and dinner and does not include 'luxuries' such as wine, etc. It does not include lunch but you can make sandwiches in the kitchen at the Lodge or buy your lunch out when you're at work.

You'll receive your first monthly budget when you arrive. Most people stock up on basics, such as butter, sugar, tea & coffee that don't need to be bought as frequently and then budget their money to last until the following allocation.

A little about Perth: 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.