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Employer Insights - Fast food industry

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Do you want to know what it takes to work in the fast food industry?

Why don’t I hear back from employers about my job application?

Struggling with radio silence after submitting your applications? Here's why...

Job Jumpstart Newsletters

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Can’t find a job? Why not create your own!

Are you struggling to land a job or find one that fits your skills and experience? Have you thought about creating your own?

Why don’t employers call me back after an interview?

It's frustrating not to hear back from employers after applying for a job but there are reasons..

Employer insights - Three ways to find a job without work experience

Think you aren't competitive for a job because you don't have previous experience? Think again!

Preparing answers to common job interview questions

Prepare answers to common interview questions before the day

How to research employers

Do some homework on the employer before submitting your application.

How to address selection criteria

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Tips on how to identify and address formal and informal selection criteria.

Want a casual job over Christmas? Start looking now!

Did you know that many employers start recruiting their Christmas casuals as early as July?

Résumé templates - the why and how

Tips and example templates to help you build the right résumé to get the job!

Video résumés

Employers are increasingly requesting video résumés - find out more!

How to support a young job seeker - Tips for parents

Did you know that parents are the number one influencers for young job seekers?

Make the most of jobs fairs and jobs expos

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Expos and jobs fairs can be a bit crazy, but being prepared can pay off.

So, what do employers want?

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The Business Council of Australia have released guidance on the traits employers look for when recruiting

Tips for applying for jobs online

Be sure your application stands out from the crowd by following these five steps..