CareerSeekers New Australian Internship Program Limited
CareerSeekers New Australian Internship Program Limited (ABN 19 167 509 935) is a non-profit social enterprise supporting refugees, asylum seekers, and humanitarian entrants in Australia by facilitating their entry into professional careers through tailored internship programs[2][3][4]. Established as an Australian Public Company and registered in New South Wales, the organisation has operated since 2014, providing pathways for participants to gain local work experience, industry networks, and professional references[5].

Programs
The organisation serves two primary cohorts:

• Mid-career professionals: Individuals with tertiary qualifications and international work experience who undertake 12-week paid internships to rebuild careers in Australia[4].
• University students: Full-time students placed in paid internships during academic breaks, aligning with corporate internship frameworks[4].

Methods and Impact
CareerSeekers collaborates with employers across industries to design internships that address skill gaps while offering participants practical training, mentorship, and post-internship employment support[2][4]. By focusing on humanitarian entrants, the organisation aims to reduce systemic employment barriers and promote socioeconomic inclusion[3][4].

Governance
Registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), CareerSeekers operates under a structured governance model to ensure compliance and program efficacy[2][5]. Its activities are funded through partnerships, grants, and corporate collaborations[4].

[1] https://careerseekers.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/f93a1f5b-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/f93a1f5b-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/documents/adbaa36d-2ea7-ed11-aad1-00224893b261 [4] https://careerseekers.org.au/about [5] https://abr.business.gov.au/ABN/View/19167509935