Role Title: Early Career Intern
Organisation: Indigo Junction
Internship Period: Winter (June - July)
Location: Midland
The primary objective is to develop an Early Career Placement Framework that enables structured student placements within Indigo Junction’s Service Delivery areas. The framework will provide meaningful learning experiences, including rotational opportunities across service areas to build broad understanding of community service practice. Reporting to the People and Culture Manager, the intern will assist in researching best practice placement models, assessing organisational capacity & translating findings into a practical framework aligned with service delivery needs & organisational values.
Key responsibilities include:
- Review current student placement practices and identify gaps & opportunities for improvement
- Research best practice models for student placements & rotational frameworks in community services
- Consult with service delivery teams to understand capacity, learning opportunities, & supervision requirements
- Assist in developing an Early Career Placement Framework, including rotation structure, guidelines & processes
- Contribute to supporting tools such as placement plans, learning objectives & evaluation templates
The placement would suit a student undertaking a degree in community services, social work, psychology, human resources, or related discipline with an interest in workforce development & student learning pathways. The ideal candidate will have strong research & analytical skills & the ability to translate information into practical frameworks
Founded in 1980, Indigo Junction (formerly known as Swan Emergency Accommodation) is a not-for-profit organisation providing homelessness services to youth, families and the local community in the north-eastern suburbs of Perth. Indigo Junction believes that by working together with people we can build self-reliance and foster skills to encourage economic and social participation, resulting in lifelong change.