Internships (2)
(1) Communications Intern
- Applications opening date: : 20 Feb 2025
- Applications closing date: : 11:59pm (Brasilia Time), 6 March 2025
- Applications to be emailed to: [email protected]. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Stipend: BRL 1,000 per month, plus transportation allowance of BRL 150 per month
Hours: 25 hours a week (negotiable)
Language
All documents for this position will be available only in English and the selection process – including the interview and test - will also be in English.
Eligibility
University students who are currently studying Communications, International Relations, Applied Foreign Languages or a related field in their fourth semester or above. Only those students with a permit to work in Brazil are eligible to apply. Fluency in English and Portuguese is a must.
Position Overview
The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, delivering an effective and high quality overseas aid program, and helping Australian travellers and Australians overseas.
The department provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian government agencies to drive coordination of Australia’s pursuit of global, regional and bilateral interests.
The Social Media Intern provides assistance on implementing the Australian Embassy’s social communication strategy, including the development, management and monitoring of the Embassy’s Instagram (australianobrasil) and Facebook (fb.com/AustraliaNoBrasil). You will use your knowledge of current social media engagement to suggest improvements to Post’s approach.
The key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Working with the Communications Officer to develop and implement strategic social media objectives in accordance with Embassy priorities
- Developing a forward calendar of key dates and events structured around strategic communications themes, and creating posts to deliver outcomes on these themes
- Monitoring social media and traditional news for trends and developments of interest, and recommending posts to maximise the Embassy’s positive outreach
- Translating Australia-sourced social media and other content, and assisting with the preparations of official communications as needed
- Monitoring and responding to public enquiries received through social media channels, in consultation with relevant teams in the Embassy
- Developing strategies to actively build the Embassy’s follower base
- Analysing, reporting and recording social media activities and performance
- Assisting with the development of content for the embassy website (www.brazil.embassy.gov.au)
- Providing support to the Embassy's political and economic team as required, including for broader public diplomacy activities such as visits, events and presentations
Selection Criteria
- Good understanding of or experience with social media platforms
- Good organisational skills, including the ability to direct efforts to areas of greatest potential return
- Ability to identify priorities and to plan and deliver events
- Ability to monitor the media and under supervision to provide advice on and respond to public queries
- Ability to use image and video editing tools such as Canva, and to develop visual products such as reels and infographics
- Photography and videography skills
- Capacity to record and manipulate data and generate reports
- Aptitude to work collaboratively with colleagues from different teams and backgrounds to achieve shared goals
- Fluency in English and Portuguese
Application
In order to ensure that your application is eligible for consideration, please provide:
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV);
- Contact details for two referees;
- A one-page pitch of no more than 300 words.
Curriculum Vitae
Applicants should prepare a curriculum vitae (maximum two pages) outlining personal details, relevant work experience, educational qualifications, and skills. The Australian Embassy will not provide a template for the curriculum vitae.
Contact details for two referees
- Both references should be from professional or academic referees who can support the application
- If you are currently employed, one must be your current supervisor. We will seek your prior approval before contacting them.
The One Page Pitch
Applicants should prepare a pitch of no more than 300 words outlining how their skills, experience and qualifications makes them the best person for the job. The pitch should focus on how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the key responsibilities and selection criteria of the role. Beyond this, the pitch could also outline what the applicant can offer the embassy, why the applicant is interested in the role and why they want to work for the embassy. Where possible, information should not duplicate the information provided in the applicant’s CV, but should highlight specific examples or achievements that demonstrate their ability to perform the role.
Contact Officer
Further information about the position can be obtained from the contact officer by emailing [email protected]. Please include your full name, your contact telephone numbers and any time periods you are not available to be contacted in your email. Wherever possible, the contact officer will respond to you within twenty-four hours of receipt of your email.
Application Closing Date
Applications for this position close at 11:59pm (Brasilia Time), 6 March 2025.
Applications received after the closing time/date will not be considered.
If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Applications should be emailed to the address listed in this document. Please make sure to include the position you are applying for in the email title. Hard copy applications delivered by mail, courier or in-person will not be accepted.
Security, character and police checks may be conducted during the selection process.
(2) Political Economic Intern
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Applications opening date: 18 Feb 2025
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Applications closing date: 11:59pm (Brasilia Time), 6 March 2025
- Applications to be emailed to: [email protected]. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Stipend: BRL 1,000 per month, plus transportation allowance of BRL 150 per month
Hours: 25 hours a week (negotiable)
Language
All documents for this position will be available only in English and the selection process – including the interview and test – will also be in English.
Eligibility
University students who are currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field with at least two semesters remaining in their degree. The successful applicant would be expected to stay for at least 12 months in the role (preferably longer). Only students with a permit to work in Brazil are eligible to apply. Fluency in English and Portuguese is a must.
Position Overview
The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally.
The Political Economic Team Intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop key professional skills in a supportive and dynamic work environment. The intern will be expected to assist the Embassy’s Political and Economic Section with a range of administrative and policy tasks as required and actively contribute to discussions and analysis of political and economic developments in Brazil. The intern will also contribute to administrative and policy tasks in support of Australia’s participation at COP30. A background in or knowledge of climate change/Brazilian politics will be looked on favourably. The position will also be one of the Embassy’s first points of contact for public enquiries.
The key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Undertaking research, providing analysis, and preparing reports on issues relating to foreign policy, political developments, economic issues, environmental and agricultural issues, and other topics.
- Monitoring Brazilian media and preparing weekly news summaries.
- Assisting the political and economic team with a range of administrative tasks such as managing correspondence and translations, maintaining spreadsheets and databases, seeking quotes, and organising meetings.
- Responding to public enquiries through the Embassy email.
- Providing support to official visits.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of Brazilian politics, foreign, environment and economic policy
- An ability to undertake research and analysis on a variety of topics
- A proactive approach, flexibility and good time management skills
- Sound interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills in English and Portuguese
- An ability to translate between English and Portuguese
- Basic Excel skills
Application
In order to ensure that your application is eligible for consideration, please provide:
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV);
- Contact details for two referees;
- A one-page pitch of no more than 300 words.
Curriculum Vitae
Applicants should prepare a curriculum vitae (maximum two pages) outlining personal details, relevant work experience, educational qualifications, and skills. The Australian Embassy will not provide a template for the curriculum vitae.
Contact details for two referees
- Both references should be from professional or academic referees who can support the application
- If you are currently employed, one must be your current supervisor. We will seek your prior approval before contacting them.
The One Page Pitch
Applicants should prepare a pitch of no more than 300 words outlining how their skills, experience and qualifications makes them the best person for the job. The pitch should focus on how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the key responsibilities and selection criteria of the role. Beyond this, the pitch could also outline what the applicant can offer the embassy, why the applicant is interested in the role and why they want to work for the embassy. Where possible, information should not duplicate the information provided in the applicant’s CV, but should highlight specific examples or achievements that demonstrate their ability to perform the role.
Contact Officer
Further information about the position can be obtained from the contact officer by emailing [email protected]. Please include your full name, your contact telephone numbers and any time periods you are not available to be contacted in your email. Wherever possible, the contact officer will respond to you within twenty-four hours of receipt of your email.
Application Closing Date
Applications for this position close at 11:59pm (Brasilia Time), 6 March 2025.
Applications received after the closing time/date will not be considered.
If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Applications should be emailed to the address listed above. Please make sure to include the position you are applying for in the email title. Hard copy applications delivered by mail, courier or in-person will not be accepted.
Security, character and police checks may be conducted during the selection process.
TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT REGISTER - BRASÍLIA
- Temporary, Full Time or Part Time
- Salary will depend on the job requirement
- Brasília, Brazil
About the position(s)
Temporary vacancies are usually filled on a short-term contract basis from those listed on the Embassy's temporary staff register. Most vacancies are full-time but less than 3 months in length. Types of temporary vacancies include executive/administrative assistant, property/procurement assistant, or analyst roles in policy or economics.
Please note that applications are kept on file for 12 months. Your application will be considered when temporary vacancies arise and decisions are based on suitability and availability. Start dates for all temporary vacancies are subject to satisfactory background checks being completed for all individuals. Only those applicants with valid authorisation to work in the Brazil will be considered for the Temporary Registry.
Applying for Temporary Employment
Applicants for temporary employment must be Brazilian citizens, or have rights to work in Brazil.
How to apply
To be considered for full-time or part-time temporary work at the Embassy, applicants are required to submit via email to [email protected] a resume (in English) with a covering letter expressing interest in one or more of the roles.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What should I include in my resume/CV?
An effective resume/CV is a brief statement of your relevant employment history, qualifications, experience and training, preferably no more than four pages. It should be easy to read, succinct, neatly set out and relevant to the role you are applying for. It should include:
- Personal details—your name, contact email address and phone numbers.
- Education—details of relevant education and qualifications.
- Work experience—detail your work experience and highlight the main responsibilities and achievements that are relevant to the job you are applying for. Organise your employment history in chronological order, starting with the most recent, and indicate actual dates of employment. You should look to explain any gaps in employment where possible.
- Referees—the name and contact details of two (2) referees who can validate and support your application. One (1) of your referees must be your current Supervisor. If there are sensitivities around the department contacting your referees without prior notice, you can indicate this within the application.
Tip – have someone else review your CV/resume. Ask them if the information is clear and the format is simple. Make it as easy as possible for the reader!
What should I include in my pitch?
Your pitch is your opportunity to tell us why you are the right fit for a position with the department. When planning your pitch, you should take into consideration the role and the key duties, and capabilities required.
The committee should be able to clearly identify how your experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications make you a suitable candidate. You should write your application in plain English, spell out any acronyms, and explain any background context that the reader should know about.
You are not expected to detail a different example for each capability. You may only have room for one or two examples, so try to think of situations where you used a number of your capabilities to deliver the outcome.
How will my application be assessed?
Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the committee will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.
What is a merit pool?
Merit pools may be established as part of an externally advertised merit-based recruitment process where there are more suitable applicants than available vacancies. The department can access merit pools for 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised. If a candidate is found suitable via the recruitment process and placed in a merit pool, it doesn’t constitute a formal offer of employment.