Finding Work in Australia

Where can you work?

First of all, it is important to decide on the type of job you’re looking for. You should think about whether you would prefer an ‘easy’ job which will allow you to focus on your studies, or if you would prefer work in an organization or area which is more related to your career.

Jobs

It is also a good idea to look for jobs in newspapers as well, and also directly through the companies you are interested in. If you would like to work in retail, pubs or restaurants, it is a good idea to approach them directly to find out if there are any jobs available.

Also, you can check if your educational institution has a Career Advice or Development Office for student assistance. Many of these areas will give advice to students on where and how they can find work.

Volunteer programs

Yet another option is the opportunity to take part in a volunteer program, which can be a very rewarding experience. Australia and New Zealand have many volunteer options available, both locally and internationally. It can be greatly satisfying to participate in a program which makes a difference to the country you are living in.

It is advantageous to have experience like this under your belt, as many companies value an employee who has previously volunteered at something. People who have this type of experience are valued for their sense of commitment, responsibility, and broader vision of the world.

The best place to look for volunteer work is with your educational provider, in a newspaper, or also online. You can easily search the internet for your interests to find a volunteer program that suits you.

Therefore there are many options available to those who seek work as international students in Australia and New Zealand.

Link: www.wwoof-australia.com

Internships

Internships are another avenue which can give you the opportunity for valuable work experience within a relevant organisation, especially while you are studying in Australia or New Zealand. Most universities and institutions will give students the chance to complete an internship program as part of their courses, some of which also give you credit towards your qualification.

This is a wonderful opportunity, and a great advantage to have work experience in your field. Future employers often like to see that candidates have completed work experience in their chosen career before taking them on. Therefore an Internship is a valuable addition to your resume, potentially improving your employment opportunities upon graduation.

If this sounds like the right option for you, it is worth talking to your institution to find out what available internship programs there are.

Link: www.australia-internship.net


Work with your institution

Yet another idea is to gain work inside your university or institution. Universities often hire international students for casual work, and it offers you a great advantage due to the convenient location near where you study.

To look for available work in your institution you should talk to the administrative staff and teachers in your institution for opportunities of available jobs. Most universities also have online resources which list work opportunities available.

A good place to look for work is online, and in newspapers. Australian companies typically rely on recruitment websites to advertise potential positions available.

Popular sites for jobs include:

• Seek
• CareerOne
• Mycareer
• Gradlink
• UniJob