Work Placements and Internships

The Push is currently not accepting any work placements or internships. We have a range of opportunities for young people to get involved in our programs throughout the year, so make sure to sign up to our newsletter and keep a look out on our socials for more updates. We also have a news page for the latest info and articles from The Push.

Also make sure to register your interest for our Music Industry Mentoring program and be amongst the first to apply for the next round.

Current Vacancies

Expressions of Interest

The Push is seeking expressions of interest for two (2) vacancies we currently have for young people (aged under 25 years) to join our volunteer Board of Directors. No experience is required but active contribution is essential. Training and mentoring will be provided for incoming members.

We are committed to having a Board of Directors that is representative of the community we serve. As a youth organisation, we are working towards 50% of our Board of Directors positions held by young people by 2026. We encourage applications from young people across Australia, including First Nations young people, young people of colour, young people from low-income households, young people living in regional and rural Australia, young people with a disability, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+.

About The Push

The Push is an Australian youth music organisation and registered charity based in Melbourne. Over three decades we have supported millions of young people with access to contemporary music programs and events. 

Our work is guided by our purpose of giving every young person the opportunity to participate and thrive in Australian music.

As an organisation, we believe in our principles of:

• First Nations culture and community are integral to the way we work with young people in music

• Young people are at the centre of everything we do

• We are representative of contemporary Australia

• Our work has impact, and we capture and measure our success

• We are responsive to challenges and new ideas and ways of working

• We work together respectfully and collaboratively towards a common purpose

Our Strategy

The Push’s work is guided by our current 2022-2025 Strategy. Our organisational goals are to:

1. Promote contemporary music to strengthen our communities and develop all-ages audiences

2. Evolve young people’s career pathways for a more representative contemporary music sector

3. Secure our future, celebrate our impact, and

4. Expand our reach to connect with every young Australian

Our Board of Directors

The Push is governed by our volunteer Board of Directors. Positions on our board are determined by a skills-based approach – ensuring we have the expertise and experience to set organisational strategy and ensure effective implementation – shaping The Push’s capacity for impact and future growth.

Our Board of Directors is made up of a minimum of 8 members at any time and is committed to achieving 50% youth representation (aged 18 – 25 years) by 2026.

As a member of The Push’s Board of Directors, we expect you will:

• Have a passion for fostering a dynamic and connected youth music community across Australia

• Contribute expertise and participate in strategic development across the organisation, aligned with our purpose and values

• Ask questions, take responsibility, and follow through with your roles and responsibilities

• Uphold and inform The Push’s constitution, Statement of Purpose, and alignment with the organisation’s strategy

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the organisation’s programs, core functions, stakeholders and constituents

• Act as a representative of The Push through participation at special events and major functions. As a youth music organisation delivering all-ages events, Board Member visibility at these events is required throughout the year

• Consistently attend quarterly meetings, as well as additional strategic and committee meetings and our AGM (meetings take place in Melbourne and online)

• Commit approximately 10 hours of your time per month, allowing for timely offline engagement

• Serve on and actively participate in at least one sub-committee

• Prepare for meetings in advance by reading and considering all materials including financial statements in advance. Major issues should be brought to the Chairperson’s attention prior to the meeting

• Serve until the AGM following your 26th birthday

• At all times maintain the confidentiality of board business, including not sharing such information with non-board members and media (including social media)

• Disclose any potential conflict of interest with The Push

How to Apply

To apply for one of these vacancies, please upload a short video telling us about yourself and why you are interested in this opportunity, along with a copy of your CV detailing your demonstrated experience, skills and knowledge (including any applicable achievements). 

Applications close 5pm AEST, Monday 14 July 2025

Please note: Successful applicants will be required to participate in:

1. The Push Board of Directors Meeting, Tuesday 29 July 2025, 6-8pm AEST (online)

2. The Push AGM, Thursday 13 November 2025 (Melbourne)

3. The Push Board of Directors Planning Day, January or February 2026 TBC (Melbourne)

The Push provides travel and accommodation for all non-Victorian based board members to attend in-person meetings.

The Push is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.

The Push is a child safe organisation, and the preferred applicant will be required to hold a Working with Children Clearance. Additionally, the preferred applicant will be required to undergo a National Police Background Check.