University Intern-Finance

Role summary

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This university internship suits a current finance, accounting, or business student seeking practical hotel experience. Typical requirements include university enrolment, strong numerical and analytical skills, attention to detail, basic knowledge of accounting principles, and confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. The candidate is expected to support finance administration, reconciliations, reporting, invoice and payment processing, record keeping, and other tasks assigned by the finance team. Professional communication, confidentiality, reliability, willingness to learn, and the ability to work cooperatively in a busy hotel environment are important. Previous hospitality experience may be helpful but is generally not essential.

About the employer

Sheraton Melbourne Hotel is part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across many countries. Sheraton is a globally recognised full-service hotel brand designed around welcoming public spaces, business facilities, dining, meetings, and comfortable accommodation. The Melbourne hotel serves leisure travellers, corporate guests, conference participants, and local visitors. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to develop skills across hotel operations, finance, guest service, food and beverage, and administration. Marriott promotes professional development, service excellence, inclusion, and collaboration. As an international employer, it can provide interns with exposure to structured hospitality systems, financial controls, reporting processes, and the daily commercial operations of a major city hotel.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island country offering opportunities in hospitality, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, construction, and education. Melbourne has a diverse, multicultural culture, strong arts and sports scenes, excellent cafés, and generally efficient public transport. The lifestyle combines urban living with beaches, parks, regional wine areas, and outdoor activities, although housing and living costs can be high. International students commonly use Student visas, which permit limited work during study, while graduates may qualify for post-study work options depending on their course and eligibility. Employer-sponsored and skilled migration pathways are also available, but rules change and should be checked with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating usually requires a valid visa, health insurance, tax file number, bank account, and suitable accommodation. Melbourne's variable weather and competitive rental market should be considered before arrival.