Social Media & Digital Comms Intern
Social Media & Digital Comms Intern
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Job Description
Bush Heritage Australias Seeding the Future team is recruiting to fill a fantastic opportunity for a Social Media & Digital Comms Intern.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australias unique wildlife and their habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservationorganisation
- Melbourne Flinders St Office
- $57025(inclusive of super) pro rata remuneration package
- Fixed term contract 6-month part-time (3 days per week)
- On-going invitations to Seeding the Future professional development
- Network building opportunities and continuing connections via LinkedIn
- Access to the Headspace app and Employee Assistance Program
- One-on-one career guidance with a Seeding the Future mentor
About us
For over 30 years weve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term landscape scale impact.
As a national not-for-profit we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Together we can heal and protect the bush now and into the future.
About the role
Bush Heritages 2030 Strategy is to improve biodiversity protection function and connectivity across landscapes. Our Supporters play a central role in our work and our social media is imperative to this. The Social Media & Digital Comms Intern will be mentored across all aspects of Not-for-Profit social media strategies and deliverables.
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What youll need to succeed
You will have your finger on the pulse of the latest social media trends and have experience creating content for a range of platforms (Facebook Instagram LinkedIn).
A demonstrated understanding of social media platforms reporting and best practice and basic digital editing.
You will be organised quick to identify our brand and write in Bush Heritages tone of voice.
A desire to learn develop new skills collaborate and be innovative.
A commitment and passion for nature conservation and the objectives and values of Bush Heritage.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in presenting information in a targeted clear and audience-appropriate way.
Advanced emotional competence with excellent interpersonal skills and capable of working effectively with a diverse range of people (staff volunteers and supporters and representatives of other organisations).
How to apply
To apply for this role simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria.
Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection assessing merit the panel will take into consideration performance or achievement relative to opportunity. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances and career histories.
We can get many applications for internship roles so to give yourself the best chance please consider these tips to assist with your application writing:
- Please answer each question.
- Use the STAR (Situation Task Action Response/Result) method do not repeat answers or only state see resume for details.
- Ensure you have answered all parts of the question.
- Tweak your resume to highlight the relevant experience.
- Do some background research on Bush Heritage before you answer the questions!
If you require further information please contact Lis McLellan (Seeding the Future Career Development Program Lead) at
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often dont apply for roles if they dont feel they meet all the requirements of the job unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.
We strongly encourage you to apply if youre interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!
Applications close: Friday 8th August 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
