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Four ways to use your current job to build your future career

Your first job is an important stepping stone to your future career.

Australian employers offer advice to young job seekers

Their advice may surprise you...

Getting value from work experience

Lack of work experience is a common barrier to finding a job...

Is further education right for me?

Understand what courses and qualifications will suit you best.

Get work experience by volunteering

Use volunteering as a way to get new skills.

Thinking of moving for study?

Here are some things to consider before relocating for study..

Stay safe on work experience

Even when everyone does their best, sometimes accidents still happen...

I know what I want to do, how do I make it happen?

I know what I want to do, how do I make it happen?

Internships - the why and how

Confused about internships? You are not alone!

Choosing subjects to prepare for your post school studies

Struggling to decide what school subjects to enrol in? Consider this…

Working out what to do after finishing school?

Still deciding what to do when you finish school? Research is the key.

Australian Apprenticeships - FAQs

An apprenticeship is a great way to earn an income while learning new skills.

Increase your chance of being rated suitable

Follow these three steps to improve your chances of being rated suitable for a job.

Know your work preferences

Knowing a bit about yourself will help you understand what you want from work.

Get a head start on your career with a school-based apprenticeship

Start your career before you even finish school.

Unpaid work experience - when is it okay?

Find out when a work experience arrangement is okay - and when it's not...

Australian occupations

‘Occupation’ is the name we give to a specific job, for example, a doctor or mechanic...

Getting to know your chosen occupation

Find out what’s it’s really like to work in your dream job...

How to make a great first impression on employers

It's easier than you think!

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