Can an international student work in Australia?

Yes, an international student can work in Australia while pursuing their study program, provided they have a valid Australia student visa. You can work 48 hours per fortnight during term time, whereas there are no restrictions for working hours during study breaks. You can also participate in industry experience programs. You can avail the same workplace rights and protections as holders of the standard Australian work visa.
 

International students in Australia can earn approximately AUD 23 per hour through part-time jobs.  
 

As an Australian student visa holder, you can start working only after your study program has commenced. You must apply for a TFN or Tax File Number from the Australian Taxation Office to work legally in Australia and avail yourself of tax benefits there.
 

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Benefits of an Australia student visa

Australia has more than 30 QS-ranked universities offering multiple study programs in engineering, computer science, hospitality, nursing, medicine, accounting, data science, and other fields. You must apply for a student visa to study in Australia.
 

Some of the benefits of an Australian student visa are given below. With a valid Australia student visa, you can:
 

• Work in Australia while pursuing your study program.
• Apply for a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to extend your stay and work in Australia.
• Participate in an industry experience program for practical experience.
• Avail of high-quality education in top QS-ranked educational institutes in various fields.
• Apply for jobs in Australia's skill-shortage sectors.
• Apply for Australia PR through skilled migration pathways.
• Sponsor eligible family members.
• Experience a vibrant culture with scenic landscapes and participate in thrilling outdoor activities.
   

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Requirements for international students to work in Australia

The requirements for international students to work in Australia are given below. You must have:
 

• A valid Australia student visa
• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) in an Australian educational institute
• Proof of required proficiency in English language
• A TFN number
• Adherence with the permissible working hours for international students in Australia
   

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Popular part-time jobs with Australia student visa

International students in Australia can apply for various part-time jobs. Some of the popular jobs are given below.

Job Role	Average salary offered per hour
Aged Care Worker	AUD 35
Delivery Driver	AUD 20
Personal Tutor	AUD 20
Sales Representative	AUD 30
Customer Service	AUD 26
Secretary	AUD 25
Oral Hygienist	AUD 32
Waiter	AUD 24
Personal Trainer	AUD 25
Admin Executive	AUD 30

 

What is an industry experience program in Australia?

The industry experience program in Australia facilitates international students' gain of practical experience through working with Australian employers on industry projects. It is an initiative by Australian higher education institutes to help international students improve their employability prospects after graduating. The initiative develops skills and professional networks in the industry for international students.
 

To search for a position in the industry experience program in Australia, you can check university websites, contact your course coordinator, and search in online job boards.
 

Some of the other popular Australian industry experience programs are given below.
 

• Study Australia Industry Experience Program (SAIEP)
• Monash Industry Team Initiative (MITI)
• RMIT Industry Experiences Program
• STEM Industry Experience Team
• Cadetship Programs
   

The Australian student visa will help you obtain a quality education and boost your career growth with international exposure and multiple job opportunities.
 

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