ACA Internship Program 2026 - Cricket ACT - Curation Intern

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!