Visa
Student Visa holders are
only eligible to do an internship in the period
covered by their visa. Most student visas have an extra 4
weeks at
the end
of their visa after their study is due to finish. Full-time
internships can only occur during this time. Part-time
internships
(maximum
20 hours per week) are also possible on a student visa.
Visitor visa (Tourist Visa) holders
are only able to do an internship for a maximum
period of 3 months. The holder is entitled to work in an
unpaid
position
as long as the job is not usually a paid position.
Working Holiday Visa's are
for 12 months. The holder can work (paid
or
unpaid) for any one employer for a maximum of 6 months. For
further
information about visas, visit the DIMIA website:
www.immi.gov.au
Internships
Homestay Australia