Operations Intern
EF International Language Campus, Perth
Do you want to work with international students in a multi-cultural environment? Do you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and being part of a team that keeps a language school running smoothly day to day?
EF is an international language school providing students with English classes, activities, transition support, accommodation and more. We are looking for a driven, friendly and enthusiastic Operations Intern to support our team across every part of the student journey — from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave.
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About the role
As an Operations Intern, you'll rotate across our core departments, Accommodation, Student Services, Activities and Academics, gaining hands-on experience in how an international language school operates. The exact focus and duties will depend on your skills, interests and the needs of the school at the time, but you'll always be working closely with staff who can mentor and guide you.
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure to school operations, enjoys working with people from all over the world, and is comfortable moving between tasks and departments.
Responsibilities can include
Accommodation
- Supporting homestay and residence check-ins and check-outs
- Helping conduct room checks and house visits, updating records
- Assisting with host or student communications and basic conflict resolution
Student Services
- Supporting students with transition, welfare and general enquiries
- Helping maintain student records and administrative processes
- Assisting with orientation for new arrivals
Activities
- Helping plan, promote and run the student activities program (social events, excursions, outings)
- Supporting on-the-day logistics — set up, supervision, pack down
- Promoting activities and engagement among students
Academics
- Providing general administrative support to the academic team
- Assisting with classroom or resource preparation
- Supporting academic events such as testing days, graduations or workshops
Requirements you bring
- Independent, adaptable and comfortable moving between different tasks and teams
- Strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working with a diverse range of people
- A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
- Fluent in English
- Available to work some evenings and weekends if required
Applicants must be already in Australia with a visa allowing paid work.
To help us understand your fit, please answer the following in your application, along with a brief summary about you, your motivation and fit for the role:
- Which of the four areas above (Accommodation, Student Services, Activities, Academics) interests you most, and why?
- What are your potential start and finish work dates?
- Do you have any relevant experience (studies, previous roles, volunteering) that connects to this role?
- Are you comfortable with physical or hands-on tasks (e.g. setting up for events, moving equipment)?
EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees will be required to hold or be willing to obtain a Working With Children Check.
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Skills Required
- Independent, adaptable and comfortable moving between different tasks and teams
- Strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working with a diverse range of people
- Proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
- Fluent in English
- Available to work some evenings and weekends if required
- Applicants must be already in Australia with a visa allowing paid work
- Willing to hold or obtain a Working With Children Check
- Comfortable with physical or hands-on tasks (e.g. setting up events, moving equipment)
What We Do
A career at EF is something different. You’ll think boldly, own your job, and create a career you are proud of—and have fun doing it. When you join EF, you will join a global community of creative minds, innovators, and change-makers. Since 1965, we've created programs that help people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn about the world and themselves. People are at the heart of everything we do, and it all begins with the talented and collaborative EFers who bring our mission-opening the world through education- to life across 55 countries and counting.
