ICC Sydney’s new recruit, Emily Howe, completed a Bachelor of Management in Events in 2024 at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), who is ICC Sydney’s parter in the new grad program.
While studying Howe also worked with well-known industry business Funktionality.
“I couldn’t be more excited to put into practice the learnings that I’ve gained through my degree from the University of Technology Sydney by joining ICC Sydney as a new graduate,” said Howe.
“Starting off in a coordinator position in the business development department, I can’t wait to experience the mentoring and interaction with clients that will boost my future career prospects.”
In her paid graduate role, Howe will gain experience across different facets of ICC Sydney’s operations – aside from business development, she will also work on event planning and delivery and receive insights into marketing, customer service, finance and risk.
“At ICC Sydney, we take our commitment to help attract, nurture and develop the future leaders of our industry seriously,” said ICC Sydney CEO Adam Mather-Brown.
“We offer long term, flexible and rewarding careers at ICC Sydney and invest in developing holistic event professionals.
“This initiative delivered in partnership with the University of Technology Sydney adds to our portfolio of programs that ensure career development and future proofs our industry.
“Our team is proud to provide an avenue for more graduates to get the on-the-job experience that is so critical in event management.”
ICC Sydney already runs a graduate program for AV professionals and an internship program for the centre’s kitchen.
UTS Business School’s director of the Bachelor of Management, Dr Meg Hibbins, said ICC Sydney’s new event management graduate program creates “an unparalleled opportunity for our event management graduates to experience working in Australia’s premier venue”.
“Up and coming event managers are looking to put their knowledge into practice and accelerate their careers with a real-world industry experience,” she said.
“This partnership with ICC Sydney provides a clear pathway to gain access into a highly competitive industry that our best and brightest students can aspire to as they complete their studies with UTS.”
