Your 8-week agency crash course at alt/shift/

Breaking into the industry is tough. We get it. That’s why we created next/gen/ – an 8 week internship program giving emerging talent real exposure to agency life.

Over the course of the program, you’ll work across Strategy, Creative, Social, and PR – contributing to real briefs, not just sitting on the sidelines. You’ll learn how ideas come to life, how teams collaborate, and what it takes to deliver work that moves people. 

You’ll bring curiosity and a fresh perspective, and leave with the experience, skills, and confidence to make your mark in the industry.

Your capstone project

On day one, you’ll choose a brand or campaign that excites you and begin crafting a project response. Each week, as you learn new skills and tools across the agency, you’ll apply them to your project, learning to shape work the Shifty way: the kind of work that transforms brands
and gets them noticed around the world.

In your final week, you’ll present it back to the entire agency. It’s your moment to shine, and a killer portfolio piece you’ll take with you into the industry.

How to apply

Forget the traditional cover letter. We want your elevator pitch – literally.

Send us a one-minute video telling us who you are, how you think, and why you want to be the next Shifty. Be yourself. Show us your energy. Make it count.

Email your pitch and resume to nextgen@altshift.com.au by the deadline below.

When to apply

Q1 + Q2 Intake (January – June 2026)
Applications open: November 17, 2025
Applications close: December 8, 2025

Q3 + Q4 Intake (July – December 2026)
Applications open: April 20, 2026
Applications close: May 11, 2026

FAQ

How many days a week is the program?
The standard program runs two days per week over 8 weeks. Need to move faster? You can condense it to 5-6 weeks by coming in multiple days a week.

Is it a paid internship?
Yes. We pay a standard rate to our interns to honour your time and contribution to the agency.

Will I get access to team members?
Absolutely. This is a hands-on program – you’ll attend meetings, contribute to real work, and learn directly from professionals across Strategy, Creative, Social, and PR.