Interning at Vogue Australia after a career change

Get an inside look at her journey and experiences.

The value of industry internships

Did you know that, according to Forbes, interns are nearly 25% more likely to secure a full-time job within 6 months of graduating, compared to those who didn’t intern?

Internships play a crucial role in launching careers, especially in competitive fields like design. They provide invaluable hands-on experience and help students build essential skills. Internships are practical experiences that allow you to apply your knowledge, develop professional networks, and gain confidence in your abilities.

For Ginny, interning at Vogue Australia while studying for her Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration marked a significant step in her career transition from nursing to interior design. She recognised the opportunity as a vital part of her growth, 'I feel extremely privileged to have been given this opportunity to work with one of the most influential industry powerhouses’, she mentioned.

The significance of interning at Vogue Australia

Interning at Vogue Australia is more than just an impressive addition to a resume, but is a valuable experience that helps you follow your design dreams.

For Ginny, the moment she learned she had been accepted into the internship was both surreal and nerve-wracking. ‘I was overly excited when I received the phone call informing me that I passed the interview’, she shared.

The opportunity to intern at a renowned company like Vogue boosted her confidence and made her believe in her unique individuality. Ginny felt encouraged by the support from industry professionals. ‘It was reassuring that professionals in the design industry see me as someone worth investing their time in’. This validation played a crucial role in securing Ginny that she wass heading towards the right path in her interior design career.

Ginny interning at Vogue Australia office

A day in the life of a Vogue intern

Ginny's daily routine at Vogue Australia was dynamic and filled with learning experiences. On her first day, she arrived at the News Corp building, nervous yet eager, and was greeted by the Deputy Editor of the Vogue Living team. After meeting the team, she was tasked with transcribing an audio interview with Swedish designer Patricia Urquiola. Reflecting on this, she remarked, ‘I was appreciative that they trusted me to generate this content for them.’

Throughout her week, she engaged in various tasks, including creating galleries for articles and drafting content ideas for TikTok. This exposure to diverse tasks helped her develop new skills, she mentioned.

Perhaps one of her most notable highlight, Ginny had the chance to write an article that would be published on the Vogue website, a milestone that filled her with pride. ‘I am very excited about having my name on an article for my portfolio’, she said, highlighting the importance of tangible accomplishments from her internship. Ginny’s experience included valuable feedback from her mentors, who recognised her attention to detail and work ethic.

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Our partnership with Vogue Australia can reshape your career

Ginny’s internship at Vogue Australia was an eye-opening journey that significantly impacted her career aspirations. She gained not only skills and knowledge but also a newfound confidence in her abilities. ‘Interning at Vogue Living has been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’, she remarked.

If after reading this article you feel like this sounds exactly like something you would like to pursue, studying at Billy Blue College of Design can bring you a step closer to this opportunity thanks to our ongoing partnership with Vogue Australia. Together, we’re committed to fostering the creative class of tomorrow, providing invaluable opportunities to experience the industry with a design powerhouse first-hand.