Depending on your skills, location and the sort of work you are looking for, there are many organisations, community groups and government agencies out there to help and support you to find a job.

Wherever you go in Australia, the labour market is different. Some areas are more focused on tourism or farming, some mining and manufacturing, or perhaps education, retail or administration. Remember, the work won’t be coming to you. You need to go after the work.

Getting the job you want

You’ll want to consider where your particular skills will be most valuable and your employment prospects are greatest. It’s also a sensible idea to make sure that your qualifications are recognised and if you need to be registered or licensed. You can find out more details at these sites:

• Employment prospects and careers: jobsearch.gov.au
• All about the Australian workplace: fairwork.gov.au
• Skilled migration: border.gov.au
• Recognition of trade qualifications: traderecognitionaustralia.gov.au

Useful places to find a job include newspapers, trade publications or websites, campus noticeboards or job seeker sites such as:

• seek.com.au
• careerone.com.au

Internships and volunteering

Sometimes getting into a job you enjoy takes determination. Internships can give you exposure and show that you are serious about your career. Volunteer work can also show that you’re dedicated and compassionate, as well as being personally rewarding for you. Visit govolunteer.com.au to find out more.

Student jobs

International students can work up to 40 hours in a two-week period when their education course is in session and during vacations, students can work full time.

Paid employment is a way to subsidise your lifestyle here in Australia and gives you an opportunity to experience other aspects of Australian life. Learn more about your student visa and eligibility to work at studyinaustralua.gov.au

Our three top tips for job seekers

1. Be prepared: You’ll need to make sure that your resumé is up to date and in a simple, easy to read format. You can find a few best practice examples and help at careerone.com.au
2. Be flexible: You may discover your dream job in the most unexpected place.
3. Be honest: With yourself and with your prospective employer.

You can find out more about finding work and applying for jobs in Australia at justlanded.com