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Sydney Semester + Paid Summer Hospitality Internship
Get a jump start on your career in hospitality by studying abroad then working in the industry from January through August in Sydney, Australia. Known for arming students with practical knowledge of the hospitality industry, the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) also helps students secure hands-on paid internships at internationally-respected hotels, such as Four Seasons, Hilton, Sheraton and more. During the spring semester students take hospitality-related courses, then during the summer they complete their internship…all while experiencing the best of Australia’s beachside living!
Overview
Study at Australia’s leading hospitality school’s multicultural campus during the spring semester
During the summer, complete a paid internship full-time (up to 40+ hours/week)
Enjoy living in on-campus housing in Manly right by the beach
Experience the famous laid back Australian lifestyle that makes the most of Manly’s magnificent beaches, ideal climate and easy access to the heart of Sydney by ferry across the harbor
Practice wearing business attire to class to prep for life as a professional in your field
Benefit from access to TEAN’s Sydney-based Resident Director and other in-country staff for continued support throughout the program
Program Details
TEAN Staff
Our team works with you start to finish through the study abroad process. Our programs staff will help guide you through the application process to go abroad, then upon arrival in Australia, you will meet our team who will provide assistance during your time in-country. Throughout your semester you will meet with the Sydney Resident Director for informal discussions and excursions. Our staff is readily available and able to assist you with any academic, social, or cultural questions or issues that you may face during your time abroad.
Meet the TeamHousing
TEAN students live on campus at ICMS with more than 200 other students. Accommodation is dormitory-style (single, double, triple or quad) with all meals provided and offers easy access to Manly Beach and shopping district. ICMS also runs a free shuttle bus to the Manly town center. Rooms on campus are equipped with a desk, wardrobe, heating, personal phones and WiFi. All linen is provided and rooms are vacuumed once a week. Each floor has a kitchenette, common bathrooms, toilets and ironing facilities.
University
About ICMS
- The International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) is a leading business school focused in the areas of Event Management, Hospitality Management, International Tourism, Sport Management, Retail Marketing & Property Management.
- ICMS is housed in a heritage listed building over 100 years old, overlooking Sydney’s famous Manly Beach, and only a 15 minute fast-ferry ride to the city.
- Situated on 20 hectares of parkland, students can live on campus in a safe environment with on campus facilities including computer laboratories, library, cafe, bar and full working restaurant, tennis and basketball courts.
- The campus is a five-minute walk to Manly Beach and shopping precinct with its cafes, restaurants and boutiques.
- Strong focus on combining practical work with a strong theoretical foundation.
- Over 1,500 students from over 40 countries. Sixty percent of students are from Australia, with the remainder from all over the world.
- In order to better prepare students to enter the workforce after graduation, ICMS requires students to wear business attire while attending class and their internships.
- Most Faculty members are still employed in the industry, providing real world, current case studies for students. Faculty members include hotel managers, property management experts and event management owners.
CRICOS Provider Code: 01484M
Location
The ICMS campus overlooks Manly beach and is a short ferry ride from Sydney’s Central Business District. Visit the Google Maps link below to see the campus location.
View MapCourses
Courses
Students enroll in 4 courses from the list below (subject to change each year). In addition, students will enroll in WIL201A: Professional Placement (this is the internship). In total, this equals 15 ICMS credits, which usually transfers as 15-20 U.S. semester credits.
EVT110 Introduction to the Event Industry
EVT120 Venue and Hospitality Ops
EVT200 Event Production and Design
EVT210 Legal Issues for Event Management
EVT300 Promotions and Sponsorship
EVT320 International Events
HOS100 Hospitality Operations I
HOS112 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management
HOS120 Rooms Division Operations
HOS200 Hospitality Operations II
HOS210 Operational Management and Cost Control
HOS220 Rooms Division Management
HOS230 Gastronomy
HOS303 Global Trends in Hospitality and Tourism
HOS320 Hotel Management Simulations
HOS330 Global Wine Tourism
MGT202 Service Management and Innovation
MGT203 Applied Leadership
MGT211 Cross-Cultural Management
MGT230 Facilities Management
MGT330 Quality Management & Customer Service
TOU110 Destination Sales & Marketing
ENJOY FLEXIBILITY WITH TEAN FLEX
We’ve partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) to help you overcome common study abroad challenges by adding an ASU Online course to your TEAN program. With more than 2,100 courses to choose from, TEAN Flex minimizes academic challenges, like major requirements and limited course options, so you can make the most of your experience abroad. Once you’ve applied, access the Flex form in your TEAN Student Portal for more information on how to add this to your program and enroll in the course you need.
Internship
Hospitality Internship
During the spring semester, students will take courses related to hospitality. In the summer term, students will work in a paid hospitality role for up to 40+ hours per week. Students will be paid the minimum hourly rate in Australia, which is currently $23.23AUD/hour.
Students will work in general entry-level positions including in guest services (front office/reception) and/or food and beverage departments of major international hotels in Sydney, such as Four Seasons, Sheraton, Sofitel, Hilton, Intercontinental Hotels and Resorts, and Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts.
Upon arrival in Australia, students will meet with ICMS staff to be introduced to their work placement. Prior to your on-site interview with your prospective employer, you will be coached by ICMS staff on what to expect and the Australian work environment.
Students are enrolled in WIL201A: Professional Placement for which there is an assessment. The industry training is designed to provide students with learning in the workplace that supports, illustrates and extends the theoretical and practical learning provided through the classroom environment. Students will experience the workplace, apply and broaden their professional and theoretical skills, and form a network of industry contacts.
Download Course SyllabusPrior to beginning your work placement, you will complete the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course run by ICMS. This two-day course is a compulsory requirement to work in the hospitality F&B service in Australia.
Eligibility
Eligibility
- 2.5 GPA
- Minimum sophomore standing at a four-year institution at the time of participation
- Preference of one-year customer service experience
- A screening call may be required by ICMS prior to final acceptance
Events & Excursions
Activities / Immersion
Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse you in the local culture. These activities are included in your semester program. In addition, if you have a specific interest or hobby, your Sydney-based TEAN Resident Director will be able to point you in the right direction. Below are examples of previous activities arranged for students. Note that activities change each semester.
In addition to the TEAN-organized events, to make sure you don’t miss out on any opportunities, our local staff send out frequent emails letting you know what is happening in Sydney. Ranging from community events to music festivals, we tap you into the local culture right from the start.
Rugby League Match
In Australia, each state has a sport that dominates. In New South Wales, rugby league is the dominant sport. We join the local crowds to see a game and your local TEAN staff provide an explanation of the rules.
Sydney Opera House Tour
Go beyond the typical tourist experience of simply taking a photo of the Sydney Opera House by going inside the famous structure for a behind-the-scenes tour. Our guide will show us the iconic opera house’s secrets as we discover places usually closed to the public and explore the impressive theater that hosts more than 1,600 performances a year.
Learn to Surf
Australians love the beach – being an island nation with beautiful coastlines and 85% of the population living within an hour of a beach, it’s not surprising. Surfing is the favorite pastime of Aussie beachgoers so we introduce you to this sport early on in the semester with a lesson to get you started riding the waves.
TEAN OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Participating in these excursions will depend on your program dates and semester abroad.
SYDNEY WEEKENDER
From the world famous blue water and white sands of Bondi Beach to the iconic Opera House & Harbour Bridge, this adventure is the perfect way to experience the diversity of Sydney. During your long weekend, you will get a birds eye view of the city from the Sydney Tower Eye, explore the Botanical Gardens, hit the waves with a surf lesson, cruise along the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk, and enjoy a spectacular dinner cruise on Sydney Harbor, and so much more. This weekend, designed to expose you to the life of a Sydneysider, will leave you wanting more of Australia’s largest city!
BYRON WEEKENDER
The laid-back coastal city of Byron Bay is paradise for those who want to experience a vibrant and eclectic community of people and beautiful beaches. Surfing is a favorite past time for the locals and tourists alike. Students will have the opportunity to kayak with the dolphins, visit a local organic farm, and check out the farthest eastern point of Australia and the famous Byron Bay lighthouse.
Program Dates
Application Deadlines
TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application anytime from June for Spring applications. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.
Spring & Summer Deadline | Oct 15 |
PAYMENT DEADLINES
Your signed program contract and full payment for the program are due by the program deadline. Please note we do have options for using financial aid and enrolling in a payment plan if you cannot make full payment by the payment deadline. You can find more information about funding your program here.
Spring & Summer Payment Deadline | Nov 1 |
SPRING & Summer 2025
Date of Departure | Jan 25 |
Arrival in Australia | Jan 27 |
TEAN Orientation in Sydney | Jan 27-28 |
University Orientation | Jan 29 |
Classes Begin | Feb 3 |
Classes End | May 2 |
Internships Begin | May 6 |
Internships End | Aug 15 |
Program Ends | Aug 16 |
Fees & Inclusions
Spring & summer 2025
- Tuition and program fees: $19,850
- Housing (on campus): $12,050 – $14,950 (includes meal plan)
What’s Included
- Full tuition (4 courses) and internship course
- Guaranteed, pre-arranged, on-campus housing with meal plan
- Overseas health insurance, plus evacuation and repatriation insurance
- Services of local Resident Directors
- Cultural events scheduled throughout the semester
- Wireless internet access in housing
- Access to competitive airfares and pre-arranged group flights
- Extensive pre-departure counseling and information packets
- University and course selection advice
- Official academic transcripts from host institution
- Credit approval and transfer assistance
- Help with student visa preparation
- Financial aid transfer planning
- Airport pickup and reception in Sydney
- Arrival Welcome packet containing important local contact details and information
- Sydney Farewell Dinner at conclusion of program
- Host university orientation
What’s Not Included
- International airfare ($1,800)
- Domestic airfare in U.S. ($500)
- Student visa ($1,060)
- Books ($365)
- Some meals
- Airport transfer at the end of the semester ($50)
- Travel insurance ($350)
- Travel and personal expenses ($1,500 – 2,500+)
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Background checks and relevant certifications to perform a role (First Aid, CPR, etc.): $25-$75
*Numbers are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.
PASSPORT
PASSPORT
Students must submit a current passport valid for at least 6 months after the program end date for acceptance.
If you do not currently hold a valid passport, please apply for one immediately as processing times can be very lengthy.
VISA
VISA
All students participating in a semester program in Australia (except for Australian passport-holders) are required to obtain a Student Visa prior to departing for Australia.
Students can only apply for their visa after the required documents are received from the host university. Once these documents are received (typically 2-3 months prior to departure), the Program Manager will send students step-by-step visa application instructions. The application is done entirely online, and visas are typically granted within 3 weeks of applying. The cost is $1,600 AUD (approximately $1,060 USD).
Scholarships
We Love ICMS
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Allison Kelley
Senior Program Manager
Sydney Tip
Coastal Walk
It won’t take you long to discover the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee – it has amazing views. It also has a really cool way of always changing and presenting something new. If you’re lucky, you may even see whales off the coast! The Sculpture by the Sea event happens once a year and places beautiful giant works of art along the walk and in the parks.
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Laura Carroll
Resident Director - Sydney & Wollongong
Sydney Tip
Snorkeling Spots
There is so much to see under the sea in Sydney! Some of my favorite snorkelling beaches are Little Bay down past Maroubra, Shelly Beach in Manly and Gordons Bay right next to Coogee Beach. Gordans Bay even has an underwater nature trail (aka a snorkeling map).
What do you do for TEAN and what is the best part of your job?
I am the New South Wales Resident Director working with students who study in Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong. The best part of my job is watching students grow throughout their study abroad experience!
What should be on every student’s bucket list for a semester in Australia?
There are so many things to pick from!! My absolute favorite thing I have done in Australia was go to Rottnest Island in Western Australia. It is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. There are no cars on the island, so you rent bikes and ride around beach hopping. There are amazing snorkeling spots, great beaches to lay out and the quokkas are the absolute cutest!
What are some must-do activities for every Sydney study abroad student?
Everyone should do the Coogee to Bondi Coastal Walk. If you do that and love it, then check out the Spit to Manly Coastal Walk. It’s a bit longer but so beautiful! You can also take the ferry to Manly Beach then, once you get to Manly Beach, walk up to Shelly Beach and go snorkeling. I also recommend heading to Newtown for some of the best vegan food around as well as great shopping and nightlife, wandering through Sydney’s amazing markets, like theGlebe and Marrickville markets, and seeing if there are any shows or concerts you’re interested in while you’re in Sydney – there are some really cool old theaters here!
Besides Sydney, what are some of your favorite places in Asia Pacific?
I loved Thailand for its culture – the people were so lovely, the food was amazing and seeing elephants is hard to beat! Of course, the beaches are gorgeous and I loved all the fun shopping too. I would highly recommend visiting Thailand while students are living in Australia. It’s very affordable and it’s so close!
What is the best meal (or food) you’ve had while traveling abroad?
When I was in Bali, I tried this jackfruit curry dish in Ubud. It was unbelievably delicious and the texture was amazing. This introduced me to cooking with jackfruit, which is now a weekly staple at my house. All the food in Bali was so fresh. I loved how you could buy tempe and tofu wrapped in banana leaves on the side of the road!
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Cate Chase
Resident Director - Sydney & Wollongong
SYDNEY TIP
Great Coffee
Paramount Coffee Project has the best coffee in Surry Hills. There are so many amazing options in the neighbourhood, it’s a pretty tough call to make – but I’m sticking with it.