First Nations Intern (Identified)

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and communities

• Full-time 8 months paid internship at the Norwest Office, Sydney
• Access to NFP Benefits and Salary Packaging

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person looking to build your skills, grow your experience, or take the next step in a new or existing career?

We’re offering a paid full-time internship based in our Norwest office, where you'll gain hands-on experience in trauma-informed care, knowledge-sharing, and partnership work across two leading teams: OurSPACE NSW and our Knowledge Mobilisation & Practice division.

About the opportunity

This internship is an identified position for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. As an intern, you’ll work alongside our Therapeutic Specialists to support children, young people, carers, and families through culturally safe, trauma-aware practice. You’ll have opportunities to contribute to:

• Building relationships with community and services
• Supporting therapeutic outreach in out-of-home care
• Developing tools, resources and training for professionals
• Participating in reflective practice and supervision
• Learning how practice, policy and research connect to support healing and safety

This is a unique chance to develop skills, contribute meaningfully to programs, and shape future directions for child and family wellbeing.

About the program
This internship sits across OurSPACE NSW and the Australian Childhood Foundation’s Knowledge Mobilisation & Practice team. Together, they support children and young people in out-of-home care through trauma-informed services, workforce training, and practical tools that strengthen carers, professionals, and systems of care. The Foundation is a national not-for-profit dedicated to helping children heal from abuse, neglect, and family violence.

Australian Childhood Foundation
The Australian Childhood Foundation is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children and young people to recover from the impacts of abuse, neglect, and family violence. We provide specialist therapeutic services, advocacy, and education programs underpinned by the latest research in neuroscience, attachment, and trauma. Our work is driven by a commitment to creating safe, supportive environments where every child can thrive.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background
• Commitment to learning about trauma-aware and culturally respectful care
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
• Confidence with basic computer tasks (e.g. Word, Outlook)
• A current NSW driver’s licence (or equivalent)
• Working With Children Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

What we offer

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits
• Guided Supervision – Regular individual and group supervision to support your growth
• Wellbeing Support – Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program
• National Network – Connect with a passionate professional community across Australia
• Values-Driven Culture – Be part of a trauma-informed, child-focused organisation
• Real Impact – Contribute to projects that make a difference for children and families

To Apply:
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to click 'apply'.
For further information or a Position Description, please email HR at HR@childhood.org.au.
Applications will close on 5pm AEST 1 September 2025, unless a suitable candidate is appointed earlier.

Australian Childhood Foundation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment including National Police Check, Working with Children Checks and additional State based program checks.

Australian Childhood Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Members of the LGBITQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.