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Launch your career in Sport with the Eels Institute

Next Intake starts in July 2026

The Eels Institute equips students with the knowledge, experience and opportunities to design careers in sport, business & leadership.

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WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES

Learn about the sporting industry whilst being immersed in it. Study in elite facilities alongside high performance teams at the home of the Parramatta Eels.

REAL-WORLD LEARNING

Complete two, nationally-recognised qualifications in 12 months. Develop your knowledge and skills through real-life, industry projects. 

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

Complete up to 100 hours of practical work experience. Build your network and gain experience across a variety of departments at the Parramatta Eels.

Employment Opportunities

Gain access to exclusive employment opportunities with the Parramatta Eels. A minimum of two students per academic year will be offered full-time employment with the Club. 

JOIN US TODAY TO LAUNCH YOUR CAREER IN SPORT

Why the Eels Institute? 

The Eels Institute is at the forefront of post-school education. In collaboration with TAFE Queensland, a leading education and training provider in Australia, the Eels Institute offers innovative, 12 month programs that combine dual qualifications with practical exposure to a professional sporting organisation. 

 

Students at the Eels Institute enjoy exclusive access to the inner workings of the Parramatta Eels through a variety of Guest Speaker sessions, as well as involvement in Game Days, Major Events and Club Projects. Students are an extension of the Club from the moment that they start studying with us, providing them with an authentic and engaging learning experience from the moment their program kicks off. 

Study

1-2 days

per week at the Home of Parramatta Eels

Finish with a

dual

diploma qualification with pathways to university

Complete up to

hours of work experience with the Parramatta Eels

100

Be eligible for one of

2

full-time positions with the Parramatta Eels per year

Upcoming open days + INFO SESSIONS

  • Virtual Information Session
    Virtual Information Session
    Wed, 06 May
    Zoom Meeting (Online)
    Want to study at the Parramatta Eels HQ in 2026? If you've finished Year 12 and are keen to find out more, join us for our virtual information session where we'll cover:
  • Eels Institute Info Session
    Eels Institute Info Session
    Thu, 21 May
    Kellyville
    Join us at the home of the Parramatta Eels, where Eels Institute students will learn, study, train and gain invaluable work experience in a high-performance environment.
Jim Sarantinos - CEO, PARRAMATTA EELS
"We’re incredibly proud to launch the Eels Institute at the James Hardie Centre of Excellence. This initiative offers passionate students a unique opportunity to advance their education in a world-class high-performance environment, while gaining hands-on experience within a professional sports organisation."
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The Eels institute is delivered in partnership with TAFE Queensland. RTO Name: TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275). RTO Codes: RTO 0275 | CRICOS 03020E | IHE PRV13003. Course Codes: Diploma of Sport and Diploma of Leadership and Management (SIS50321/BSB50420) Diploma of Sport and Diploma of Project Management (SIS50321/BSB50820) Diploma of Project Management and Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50820/BSB50420)

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