International OutlookInternational Students
Working in Australia & New ZealandInternational students... Many graduate employment programs are only open to permanent residents of Australia and New Zealand. Below is some 'in-brief' information for international students who are interested in graduate opportunities in Australia or abroad. The careers service and international office at your university will be able to provide further information.
You may like to view GCA's Graduate Opportunities for International Students 2010 brochure, which contains useful information on visas, employers that do recruit international students for work in Australia and New Zealand, and profiles of some international students and the types of graduate employer opportunities they've found.
Some questions that might help in your job search What if...I don’t have permanent residency but I would like to pursue a career in Australia? As you may be ineligible for many graduate programs it is worthwhile gaining advice about obtaining permanent residency. There are a range of pathways through which to apply for permanent residency, including Australia’s skilled migration program. Be aware that there are different categories of application depending upon where in Australia you wish to work, and whether you have a sponsoring family member. The Australian Government is currently working closely with state, territory and local governments, and regional authorities, to provide migration programs that support regional development and help meet the skill needs of regional employers. The programs aim to attract young, skilled, English speaking migrants to areas of Australia where they are most needed. Generally, skilled migrants are under 45 years of age, have functional English, diploma level qualifications or above and relevant work experience.
Another option for you is a 'sponsorship' from an employer. For more information on gaining a permanent residency options visit the following websites: What if...I don’t have permanent residency but I would like to pursue a career in New Zealand? For current information on visa options for students wishing to remain or reside in New Zealand, visit www.immigration.govt.nz . What if...I want to work while I study? In Australia, once you have commenced your studies you can apply for a work permit through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, which is also in charge of student visas. The process is the same for undergraduate and postgraduate students – once you obtain a work permit you can seek part-time employment. Further information: www.immi.gov.au/students/students/working_while_studying In New Zealand, students enrolled full-time in a recognised qualification can apply for changes to the conditions of their student permit to allow for part-time work. Further information: www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/stream/study/canistudyinnewzealand/allaboutvisasandpermits . Further information For full details on all aspects of visa requirements visit:
This article contains edited extracts from previous editions of Graduate Careers Australia's employer directory Graduate Opportunities . |
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