Working in Australia

Working in Australia


Learn what you need to find work in Australia as a local or international student.

Prepare to work in Australia as a student

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Check student visa conditions

If you are an international student on a student visa (subclass 500), you can volunteer and work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying and unlimited hours during study breaks.

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Apply for a Tax File Number

To work in Australia, you must have a tax file number (TFN). You can apply for a TFN online through the Australian Taxation Office for free. International students will also need to determine their tax residency.

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Understand superannuation

Superannuation (or 'super') is a portion of your salary that is invested into a super fund by your employer for when you retire. Understanding how super works will help you manage your finances.

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Know your workplace rights

The Fair Work Ombudsman provides information to help you understand your workplace rights that include protections, working hours, minimum pay rates, and leave entitlements.

Where to find jobs for students in Melbourne

RMIT international students

International student support

Access personalised support services to plan your career and find part-time or casual work in Melbourne.

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Career Connect

Access personalised support to help you to find and apply for jobs, get career advice and improve your resume.

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Career and job resources

Our career, job and employability resources will help you plan your career and stand out to employers.

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Online career resources

Plan your career, improve your skills and perfect your job applications with our online resources.

Online job search

Many online platforms allow you to start your search for casual and part-time jobs, internships, and graduate roles. 

Popular job search websites include:

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Interested in part-time or casual work at RMIT? Work with us on campus for the opportunity to gain paid employment, build skills and gain exposure to industry specific employment and contacts.

Find jobs on campus

Volunteer work

Gain experience through community initiatives or large-scale events to build your resume and develop job-ready skills.

Internships

Gain valuable professional experience, develop your skills in a workplace setting and make industry connections.

At RMIT, students can explore free programs to help launch startup ideas at Activator, RMIT’s hub for entrepreneurship and innovation.

Business Victoria provides guides and templates to help start a new business, calculate your costs and apply for the right licences and registrations.

If you are an international student, make sure to check your visa conditions before you start a business in Australia.

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Moving to Melbourne

Discover everything you need to prepare to study in Melbourne, one of the most liveable cities in the world.

Student accommodation

Explore comfortable and convenient student accommodation options in Melbourne.

Cost of living

Learn about the main everyday costs to live in Melbourne to prepare for life as a student.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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