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Welcome to Rowing Australia's Careers Page – your go-to destination for job opportunities across clubs and schools affiliated with Rowing Australia. Whether you're searching for coaching roles, administrative positions, or volunteer opportunities, you’ll find a wide range of listings tailored to the rowing community.

This page is a free resource for Rowing Australia-affiliated clubs and schools to share their vacancies, connecting passionate individuals with rewarding careers in rowing.

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Australian Rowing Championships - Communications Intern

Location: Lake Barrington, Tasmania
Dates: March 24 - 30, 2025
Type: Internship (Short-term)

Are you passionate about sports media, storytelling and based in Tasmania? Do you want to gain hands-on experience at Australia's premier rowing event? Rowing Australia is offering an exciting opportunity for an aspiring communications professional to join us as a Communications Intern at the 2025 Australian Rowing Championships at Lake Barrington.

About the Role

As a Communications Intern, you'll be at the heart of the action, supporting Rowing Australia's day-to-day communications operations. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills by working across various platforms and media initiatives.

This is a fast-paced role designed to immerse you in the exciting world of elite sports communications.

Ideal Candidate

Currently studying a degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, or Marketing (or equivalent).
Passionate about sport and storytelling, with a keen interest in rowing (or willingness to learn).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with social media platforms and content creation (including video and photography skills).
Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic event environment.

Benefits

Hands-on experience at a national-level sporting event.
Mentorship from Rowing Australia's experienced MarComms team.
Networking opportunities with athletes, coaches, and media professionals.
Development of an impressive portfolio of published work.

How to Apply

Send your CV, cover letter, and examples of any relevant work (social media posts, articles, videos, etc.) to media@rowingaustralia.com.au by March 1, 2025.

Please use the subject line: Communications Intern Application LASTNAME-FIRSTNAME – Australian Rowing Championships.

Join us at Lake Barrington and play a key role in sharing the stories behind Australia's top rowing talent!

Rowing Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Rowing Australia - 2025 Australian Rowing Team Managers for Under 23 and Under 19 Teams

Rowing Australia is calling for expressions of interest for the 2025 Australian Under 23, and Under 19 Team Manager positions. The Team Manager must be available to attend the following domestic and international activities for the respective team:

Under 23 Team

U23 (AUS-based) Selection trials - SIRC, NSW - concluding days - 23-25 April 2025
AUS Team Race Camp - SIRC, Penrith, NSW - 22-24 May 2025 (recommended attendance)
U23 World Rowing Championships Tour - ETC, Gavirate, Italy & World Championships, Poznan Poland: Depart AUS 31 June 2025 - arrive AUS 29 July 2025.

Under 19 Team

U19 Selection Trials - SIRC, NSW - 13 - 17 April 2025
U19 World Rowing Championships Tour - ETC, Gavirate Italy & World Championships, Trakai, Lithuania - Depart AUS 20 July 2025 - Arrive AUS 13 August 202

NB: These respective Team Manager roles are not paid positions with Rowing Australia. All travel, accommodation and meals costs during the nominated activities, training camps and touring will be covered by Rowing Australia.

Expressions of interest will close at 5pm AEDT on Monday 10 February 2025. If you have any questions about the information contained in this form or the role of Team Manager, please contact Wayne Diplock at wdiplock@rowingaustralia.com.au

EOI Team Manager Form

Team Manager - Position Description

Junior Rowing News - Australian Rowing Writer

We are seeking knowledgable, passionate people to join JRN and write about the Australian rowing circuit. The role would involve becoming part of our Australian writing team and creating content on the upcoming racing season plus, if willing, joining the team again for the 25/26 season.

About you:
The ideal candidate would be: