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Internship Opportunity: Marketing & Events Assistant (2 Days per Week)

EPE is a great Australian success story. As a veteran-owned business, we partner with over 20 Commonwealth agencies to deliver specialist capability, training, through-life support and project management. In 2020, we were honoured with the NZDF Minister for Defence Award for Excellence, and today we continue to expand with strong operations across the U.S., Europe and Southeast Asia.

Many of our team members bring valuable experience from Defence and law enforcement backgrounds. Protecting and supporting people is at the heart of who we are. At EPE, we foster a workplace that is safe, inclusive and enjoyable; a place where people are proud to come to work every day.

About the role

We’re seeking a motivated and creative Marketing & Events Assistant to join our team on a casual arrangement for 2 days per week. This role is ideal for a university student keen to gain hands-on experience in marketing, communications, and event coordination. You’ll support a range of projects, from event planning and promotion to content creation and social media campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning and coordination of events, conferences, and workshops
  • Create and schedule engaging social media content
  • Support the development of marketing materials and campaigns
  • Conduct market and industry research to support projects
  • Assist the team with general administrative and event logistics
  • Assist with onboarding new Channel Partners
  • Assist with Search Engine Optimisation and analystics
  • Research and design of promotional interns

About You

  • Currently studying Marketing, Communications, Business, Event Management, or a related field
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook)
  • Familiarity with Microsoft office suite eg. Outlook, Teams, Excel
  • Willingness to learn other software including Customer Relationship Management System, Word Press etc

What You’ll Gain

  • Practical, real-world experience in marketing and event delivery
  • Mentorship from an experienced team
  • An opportunity to build your professional network
  • A chance to contribute to exciting projects in a supportive environment

Location & Duration

  • Based at our Spring Hill office (free parking onsite)
  • 2 days per week, flexible around university commitments

Why Join EPE?

  • Many company events: Melbourne Cup, Christmas and EOFY Party to name a few
  • Charity team building events
  • Employee discounts on services through our HRIS system
  • Free breakfast, fruit snacks and a coffee machine
  • Pet friendly workplace – you can bring your pet to work!
  • Great work environment
  • Free onsite parking

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’re interested in this role to