
MELBOURNE

Melbourne is effortlessly hip, multicultural, liberal, bohemian and progressive.

From architecture to music, Melbourne is a dynamic hub for all types of creativity. This city is packed with galleries, creative hubs, spectacular street art, a thriving live music scene, and a diverse collection of neighborhoods, all infused with the Australian ‘can-do’ attitude that means it never sits still for a moment.

PROGRAM
HIGHLIGHTS


INTERN IN
MELBOURNE
Launch your career with an internship tailored to your career goals.
JOIN THE ABI NETWORK
Attend events and connect with creatives to build your professional community.

INSIDER ACCESS
Our custom city guides will keep you in the know and in the front row.
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY (oral & written)
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Must be an enrolled student or a recent graduate (less than 12 months)
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Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30

FEE
ABI PROGRAM

THE GLOBAL PROGRAM FEE IS US$2950* USD AND INCLUDES:
*For AU students OR International Students on a 500 student visa, please click here for more information about our
Local Program fee.
1 INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT
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An internship tailored to your career goals
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Company interview guidelines
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Mock company interviews with our advisors
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Workplace and internship orientation
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Pre-internship training: business etiquette and main skills sought after by employers
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Career development workshops
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Résumé/CV coaching and review session
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Portfolio review and/or industry professional coaching session
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Soft skill training: networking, online brand and elevator pitch
2 PERSONALIZED COACHING
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Visa processing
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Travel and health insurance arrangements
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Optional housing arrangements
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ABI pre-trip information package
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Optional airport pick-up
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Orientation upon arrival
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On-site support during your stay
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ABI City Guide to the local creative scene
3 TRAVEL SUPPORT
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ABI Networking App for our international network of participants and alumni
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Access to career resources, networking events and monthly job lists
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Webinars with industry professionals
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ABI curated events including gallery tours, shows and gathering
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ABI Guide on the local creative scene
4 THE NETWORK
*$2950 USD program fee is for internships up to 3 months. Internships longer than 3 months require an additional fee of $300 USD per month. This additional fee helps us to continue to curate events and offer on-site support during your stay.
MELBOURNE EXPENSES (ADDITIONAL):
VISAS
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Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) - $850 USD
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Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) - $850 USD
*For Working Holiday Visa and Work and Holiday Visa, the visa fee to be paid to the Australian consulate differs per location (around $495 AUD)
Click here to read more about visa costs from our visa partner Visa Envoy.
HOUSING (OPTIONAL)
Housing costs in Melbourne typically start from $1200 AUD/month and are dependent upon location and size preferences.
LIVING COST
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Transportation - $50 AUD (Myki Weekly Public Transport Pass)
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Food/Groceries - $500 AUD/month
INSURANCE
Health and travel insurance is $65 USD/month
ABI SCHOLARSHIPS
ABI will award selected Ambassador Scholarships of $500 USD as well as Inclusive Scholarships of $250 USD. Read more on our scholarship page!
If you have any questions about the program fee and expenses, please contact us at info@artboundinitiative.com.