Production & Events Internship - First Nations
Sydney Opera HouseJob Status: Full Time, Temporary (3 months)
Salary: Based on $65,171 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions
Applications Close: Sunday 1st March 2026, 11:55pm
Role Enquires: at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
THE HOUSE
For thousands of years, Tubowgule, the land where the Sydney Opera House now stands, has been a place of gathering and belonging. The Opera House continues this rich legacy, embracing and celebrating the diverse cultures of Australia. As a globally recognized icon, it symbolizes inspiration and imagination. Renowned as one of the busiest performing arts centres in the world and an architectural marvel of the 20th century, the Sydney Opera House is also the nation’s most visited tourism destination.
From whimsical musicals to side-splitting comedies, stirring arias to ARIA Award-winners, majestic symphonies to relaxing sundowners, and engaging talks to playful puppet shows. There's something for everyone!
Behind the magic of the Sydney Opera House is a team of passionate and dedicated individuals. Here, you’ll be surrounded by supportive colleagues who are committed to their work and the iconic building itself. There is nothing quite like it. Join us in shaping the future of the Opera House and discover opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a positive impact on our community.
Drawing on the foundational idea that the Opera House was built to serve the community, our Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26 sets out the ambition to be Everyone’s House. To achieve this we are focused on four themes:
- Everyone feels welcome here.
- We better understand and connect with the community.
- We are future ready.
- We lead and inspire positive change.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.
YOUR NEW ROLE
Kickstart your career in live events with a paid internship at the Sydney Opera House.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across key operational areas from lighting, staging, sound and AV, broadcast, stage and production management and account management. You’ll work on real projects alongside experienced industry professionals. This opportunity is designed to build your confidence, grow your practical skills, and give you a valuable insight into the many pathways within production and events, helping you take your next step into the industry.
By the end of the internship, you will have developed skills outlined in this role description.
Apply now for an internship that puts you right at the heart of the action!
ARE YOU THE ONE?
- Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as being an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and accepted in the community.
Recently graduated from a Live Production or Events course in a relevant discipline such as Technical Production, Production and Stage Management, Arts Administration
Eager to gain hands-on experience and learn from industry professionals, while demonstrating strong organisation, reliability, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Based in Sydney for the internship duration.
Good communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within teams and across multiple disciplines to ensure completion of work
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
- 5 weeks’ annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
- Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
- Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (SEALs) and more.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Start Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
- Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us as recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?
We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal.
In your cover letter, tell us which two areas you are most interested in working:
Staging / Lighting / Sound AV / Recording & Broadcast / Account Management / Stage Management / Production Management.
In addition you will be prompted to answer the following targeted question in the online application platform.
- What about this position has motivated you to apply?
To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan.
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.