Description

Intern in the Sports Department of mainstream High Schools in Perth, working with the Head of Department and the PE Teachers. You'll combine coaching with sports administration, lesson planning, monitoring student performance, and much more.

This excellent Sports Internship is based at a superb school with a well developed Sports Department. There are 1,800 students, who are all encouraged to participate in more than their academic studies alone. The School has a wide selection of specialist programs that run alongside their academic programs. The school is particularly proud of their competitive Swimming program, their sports facilities, and their Gifted and Talented Music program.

ABOUT THE SCHOOLS:
The main school we work with has a superb reputation and excellent facilities. Physical Education takes place twice a week throughout Years 8, 9 and 10. Students can also complement their PE classes with Dance, Outdoor Education, Racquet Focus or extra PE Cricket/AFL (Aussie Rules).

The School is the current Grade A Champions in Swimming and Athletics. Other competitive sports they participate in include Football, Netball, Soccer, Rugby Union, Cricket, Basketball, Cross-Country Running and Water Polo.

WORK CONTENT
You'll get a well-rounded experience and knowledge of how a Sports Department is run in a high-quality, mainstream school in Australia. You'll work with the Head of Department and the PE Teachers.

The areas of work you'll be involved in include:

Assisting the PE teachers with the many various aspects of administration they need to deal with
- Assisting with lesson planning
- Monitoring student performance
- Shadowing the PE teachers
- Assisting with lessons

You'll get a lot of exposure to Australian sporting interests - not forgetting, of course, Aussie Rules football. This sport is extremely popular! However, there are lots of different types of sports available at the school, including

- Athletics
- Football
- Netball
- Soccer
- Rugby Union
- Cricket
- Basketball
- Cross-Country Running
- Water Polo

At times there may also be canooeing, surfing and beach volley ball. School lessons last for 40 minutes and the school day runs from around 8:45 - 2:45 pm.

What's included:
- Arranging the internship,
- Full pre-departure support and assistance,
- Funds protection insurance
- Accommodation
- Meeting you at the nearest Airport
- Transfer to your accommodation
- In-country team support and backup
- 24-hr emergency support
- Certificate of Completion

What's not included: Flights, travel insurance, cost of visa, food, transport to and from your project, return transfer to the airport.

SCHOOL TERM TIMES AND PROJECT DATES:
This project runs during the school terms. The school terms for 2012 are as follows:

Term 1: 1st Feb 6th April
Term 2: 23rd April - 5th July
Term 3: 23rd July 28th September
Term 4: 15th October 18th December
Different sports have different seasons and the main sports are as follows:

February - April: Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Athletics

May - July: Rugby Union & League, Football (soccer) , Hockey, Netball, Australian football

August October: Football, Netball. AFL

October - December: Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country & Football.

FREE COACHING MANUALS:
As a volunteer sports coach with Travellers, you have access to a large number of coaching manuals for each sport - these manuals have been produced in-house by Travellers and are generally very useful in helping you to plan coaching sessions for your students.

Highlights

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into Australia and the opportunity to learn about the Aborigine culture that makes this country so fascinating!

New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.

An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market

And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for helping me arrange my project in Perth. I had such and amazing time and left with an unforgettable experience. I'll definitely advise 'Travellers' to anybody hoping for a similar opportunity and experience! I'm already planning my return to Australia after I finish University! Thank you once again!" Keira Rowsome

Qualifications

You should be studying a Sports-related subject at university or college, or be qualified. You should also be aged 18 or over.

Intern Types

• Education
• Sports

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

3,035 USD

Program Fees Include:

What's included:
- Arranging the internship,
- Full pre-departure support and assistance,
- Funds protection insurance
- Accommodation
- Meeting you at the nearest Airport
- Transfer to your accommodation
- In-country team support and backup
- 24-hr emergency support
- Certificate of Completion

Experience Required

yes

You should be studying a Sports-related subject at university or college, or be qualified. You should also be aged 18 or over.

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

within 5 working days

Post Services Include

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement

Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded

1995