The Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA) Internship Program , offered in partnership wth Infront Sports, provides unparalleled work experience opportunities for current and past professional cricketers.

Cricket ACT , in partnership wth ACA and Infront Sports, is offering a  Curation Intern  opportunity to a current, transitioning, or past professional cricketer, who is an ACA Member . 

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with all tasks related to turf and pitch presentation.

• Support the preparation and maintenance of all landscaped areas and garden bed areas as required.

• General mowing and maintenance of training fields and club grounds.

• Learning machinery operation, tuft care techniques, and irrigation management.

• Supporting match-day and training set up activities.

• ​​Keeping work areas and amenities clean at all times.

• Ensuring compliance with all Workplace, Health, and Safety (WHS) and WorkCover requirements.

• Undertaking any other general maintenance as directed and required.

The full position description and contact information for the job is available here.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Opportunities are offered by state cricket clubs, ACA, and Cricket Australia via Infront and the ACA Internship Program early in each calendar year.

• ACA members are invited to apply with an updated CV and cover letter.

• A formal interview process with reference checking provides an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, experience, achievements, and career aspirations.

• Pre and post Interview advice and feedback is provided by Infront.

• Successful candidates undertake a paid work experience placement opportunity of up to 300 hours.

• Flexible timing and hours - part time, full time, off season, in season.

• Fully supported, structured, paid, and insured throughout.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Develop skills within a sporting organisation beyond playing cricket.

• Gain valuable work experience, knowledge, and capability.

• Build confidence and competence in a new work environment.

• Establish contacts, connections, and mentors.

• Contribute to projects and initiatives.

• Develop a high-quality portfolio of work.

• Open current and future work opportunities.

If you are a current ACA Member, you can apply via the 'APPLY NOW' button above, and we look forward to speaking with you!