Employment

Finding a job is challenging and takes time - get advice

• Your resume should contain information about all work and volunteer work you’ve done and anything you did before you moved to Australia, if you're new to the country.
• The job application should include a letter (maximum 1 page) plus your resume. See attached letter and resume template for examples.

Get ready for your job interview

• Practice your interview with others before.
• Never be late. If you are then call them immediately.
• Switch off your phone during the interview.
• Dress neatly, shake the interviewers hand at the beginning and end, and always look them in the eye to show you are listening.
• If you don’t understand anything, ask.
• Ask them a few questions about the job, e.g. how many people work here? What do they expect from people who work there?

Improve your chances of getting a job

• Productivity Places Program, free training in your chosen area so you can gain new qualifications or upgrade your existing qualification
• Job Placement Employment & Training (JPET), advice for 15 – 21 year olds
• Youth Pathways program, advice for 13 – 19 year olds
• Job Network Agencies

Search for jobs at:

www.seek.com.au

www.mycareer.com.au

Call Wageline to find out if your employer is giving you a fair deal - 1300 363 264