About AusLEAP

AusLEAP is an innovative program that connects international students in NSW with local, established community, charity, not-for-profit and social enterprise organisations to undertake training and volunteering opportunities.

Connect with local organisations

AusLEAP helps you connect with local organisations to get hands-on experience addressing social and environmental causes. You'll also deepen your understanding of the Australian workplace culture.

Discover

Discover personal and professional opportunities with a community of like-minded individuals across many universities and institutions.

Volunteering training

You'll get volunteering training through tailored workshops, so that you are equipped with the skills and networks to build strong connections with locals, students and other volunteer

 

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Examples of volunteering opportunities

  • Software programmer developing a game
  • Social media coordinator in marketing
  • Events management and planning at a not-for-profit organisation
  • Examining the legal aspects and compliance at a not-for-profit organisation
  • Web and graphic design expert
  • Re-doing a website for at a not-for-profit organisation
  • Volunteer management at a not-for-profit organisation
  • Data analytics at a not-for-profit organisation

Hear from volunteers

Manasa Kotha

UTS became my dream university because of the unique dual degree of Master of Engineering Management Master of Business Administration.

Manasa Kotha

Manasa’s story

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Brought to you by

Brought to you by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) in collaboration with Masy Consultants, and sponsored by City of Sydney, UTS Faculty of Engineering and IT, UTS Student Association. AusLEAP combines practical learning, access to volunteering opportunities with local established organisations, and social activities into an engaging blended program.

Contact us

Get in touch to learn more about AusLEAP volunteering opportunities.