Work
Living and working in Australia
International students can work while studying in Australia but the money you earn should not be used as your only source of income. To be granted a student visa in Australia you need to have adequate means of financial support.
International students must know that they are allowed to work maximum of 20 hours a week during the term, and unlimited hours during recognised periods of vacation.
Before Applying for a JobUnder student visa, permission to work is not automatic. Students need to apply for permission to work through The Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs. Click here for information and application of permission to work. You need also to obtain a Tax File Number (TFN) to work in Australia. You can obtain a TFN through the Australian Tax Office. You will need to contact them about their requirements and processes.
Applying for a JobIt is important to know that your working rights are intended to add to your income rather than be the main supporting factor. It is relatively easy to find work in Australia, particularly within the retail, customer service and administrative sectors.
International students must know that they are allowed to work maximum of 20 hours a week during the term, and unlimited hours during recognised periods of vacation.
Before Applying for a JobUnder student visa, permission to work is not automatic. Students need to apply for permission to work through The Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs. Click here for information and application of permission to work. You need also to obtain a Tax File Number (TFN) to work in Australia. You can obtain a TFN through the Australian Tax Office. You will need to contact them about their requirements and processes.
Applying for a JobIt is important to know that your working rights are intended to add to your income rather than be the main supporting factor. It is relatively easy to find work in Australia, particularly within the retail, customer service and administrative sectors.
We can help you through the following ways:
- Refer you to employment agencies
- Help you write your resumes and cover letters
- Help you with preparation for interviews
- Refer you to our contacts in the recruitment industry who will assist you in finding a job and job skills.
Links to Websites with Jobs Available
- Sydney Morning Herald – Most extensive listing of jobs – main newspaper in Sydney.
- Information Technology Jobs
- Australian Job Search – extensive list of jobs available – government site
- Travel Jobs
- Monster Jobs – General Job Site
- Seek – General Job Site
Links to Websites Providing Help with Job Skills and Career Decisions
What to do before you apply?
Please make sure you have read all the relevant information before lodging an application.