Are you looking to become a Thinktern ?
We are looking for interns who share our collective passion for projects that deliver positive outcomes for people, places and the planet.
We’re a diverse bunch; ex-journos, filmmakers, social researchers, PR professionals, community engagement specialists, writers, animators, designers, and strategists. We know that great ideas can come from different disciplines, and we welcome interns with diverse skill sets.
Our in office internship days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday. We are happy to work with you to find an arrangement of these days that works for you and your schedule.
Internship Offerings
Are you a current bachelor's or master's student and looking to use your skills to make a positive impact?
You have come to the right place! Think HQ is a fast-growing, award-winning agency committed to positive social change. We are on the hunt for passionate people wanting to dip their toes into an integrated agency and are willing to try new things.
Based in South Melbourne (and a Sydney office in Surry Hill), we work with a range of clients to create positive outcomes for people, the planet, and places. We are a full-service agency, working collaboratively across advertising, PR, content, research, strategy, production, technology, translation, multicultural communication, and community engagement. Our skills are diverse, but we’re united by our uncompromised mission to create a positive today and tomorrow. Our team comes from a diverse background of experiences. We have an ex flight attendant, a dentist, someone who studied veterinary science and a record store owner. There is no right pathway!
This role is all about You! At Think HQ we are truly a diverse and integrated agency and there are so many opportunities to grow and amazing people to learn from.
You could:
- Collaborate with copywriters to craft media articles (an opportunity within the creative team, art and copy).
- Work with a NAATI certified translator to localise English messages for wider accessibility (an opportunity with CultureVerse, language service team).
- Participate in internal briefings and client calls where appropriate (an opportunity with Client Service).
- Work with the team to engage with community partners, ambassadors, and influencers, delivering campaign messages in a convincing and engaging format (an opportunity with the PR team and CultureVerse team).
- Shadow researchers in conducting in-person or online interviews (an opportunity with the Insights and Strategy team).
- And many more opportunities for you to explore! On your first day, we will work with you to develop a scope of work framework to help guide your internship in ThinkHQ.
Our ask of applicants is that they bring enthusiasm, a passion for creating positive social change, an understanding of why Think HQ is so unique and a strong aptitude for communications. In return, we offer the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, work on a diverse range of clients and campaigns and enjoy our industry-leading office.
Applicants are required to be a current student of relevant degree and taking the internship as part of their course.
- Curiosity to learn and ask questions
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to be a strong team player in a diverse and multicultural environment.
- You bring a positive, passionate, solutions-focused attitude.
- Willingness to try new things and step out of your comfort zone.
- A unique passion or interest that you’re willing to share- could be as niche as brilliant baking
- Speak another language can be a bonus if you are looking to work with the CultureVerse and Language Service team.
Don’t worry if you don’t tick every requirement on this list – our priority is a talented and motivated individual with a positive attitude who is willing to learn, grow and collaborate. We’re looking for someone who is a great fit for our team in values and personality.
Location: South Melbourne or Surry Hills
Engagement: Upon confirmation based on the course requirement (approximately 10 weeks)
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract. Our tertiary internship program is not remunerated. It operates within FairWork guidelines. Think HQ is a family-friendly, hybrid workplace.
Alongside your application, we ask that you submit responses to the following questions in any format you feel best expresses your answer. This may be written, visual or even audio or video recorded. If writing, please keep it to 100 words or less.
- Why do you want to intern at Think HQ?
- What’s a social cause you care about working on and why?
Are you looking to try something new or switch careers? Are you interested in how the communications industry works and what the possibilities are? Then consider applying to our Community Traineeship program!
We’re an award-winning, B-Corp Certified agency committed to positive social change. We’re looking for passionate people willing to try new things and get a taste of work in an integrated agency.
Our Community Traineeship is an opportunity for anyone who might be facing barriers in gaining work experience, particularly in the communications industry.
This is an opportunity for people of all ages, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from our multicultural communities, or who speak a language other than English, people with disabilities, older Australians and parents returning to the workforce. It’s a chance to gain work experience in an agency to identify your passion, field of interest, and your strength.
Unlike our Tertiary program, you won’t need any specific skills or qualifications and we will accommodate any access requirements you may have.
We'll find the best fit for you and your interests!
Our ask of applicants is that they bring enthusiasm, a passion for creating positive social change, an understanding of why Think HQ is so unique and a strong aptitude for communications. In return, we offer the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, work on a diverse range of clients and campaigns and to enjoy our industry-leading office.
- Curiosity to learn and ask questions
- Ability to be a strong team player in a diverse and multicultural environment.
- You bring a positive, passionate, solutions-focused attitude.
- A unique passion or interest that you’re willing to share- could be as niche as brilliant baking
- Willingness to try new things and step out of your comfort zone
Don’t worry if you don’t tick every requirement on this list – our priority is a motivated individual with a positive attitude and who is willing to learn, grow and collaborate. We’re looking for someone who is a great fit for our team in values and personality.
Think HQ values inclusion and diversity – it’s the reason we can do the work we do. We welcome and actively encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from our multicultural communities, or who speak a language other than English, people with disabilities, older Australians and parents returning to the workforce.
Alongside your application, we ask that you submit responses to the following questions in any format you feel best expresses your answer. This may be written, visual or even audio or video recorded. If writing, please keep it to 100 words or less. If audio or video recorded, please keep these to one to two minutes.
- Why do you want to intern at Think HQ?
- What is something you’ve created that you’re proud of (could be a cake, an art project, a local community group).