Work in Australia

Many international students usually have this question in their mind that

“Can I start a business in Australia as an International students?”.

Short answer to that question is Yes!

BUT.

There are requirements and other things you need to be mindful of when starting a business in Australia.

So in this blog, we are giving you detailed information about starting a business in Australia as an international student.

Requirements to start a business in Australia as an international student

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In order to start a business in Australia, these are some of the basic requirements:

ABN

As most of the international students start a business in Australia as a Self-employed Person or a Sole Trader, for that you would need an ABN.

ABN stands for Australian Business Number.

It is a 11 digit number issued by Australian Business Register in order to recognise you as a business.

Basically anyone running a business in Australia must have an ABN.

You can register an ABN under your name like for example John Smith or you can register a business name as well like Overseas Students Australia.

If you want to register a separate name for your business, then you can do it via ASIC.

It’s free to get an ABN to get started with your business in Australia.

If you want to know more about how to get an ABN we got a really useful video regarding that on our channel. Check the video below for more details

If you’re still unsure after watching the video, then you can use the services of an accountant and apply for an ABN with them as well. It usually cost some money.

TFN

It is important that get a TFN as well.

TFN stands for Tax File Number.

This 9 digit number will be used for lodging your personal tax returns.

It is also free to get a TFN. You can watch the video below if you want to get a TFN.

ACN

If want to run a business as company, then you need to register a company in Australia.

For that you will need to get an ACN.

ACN stands for Australian Company Number.

As an international student you can register a company also it is important that one of the directors in the company must be an Australian resident. That person can be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident.

Getting an ACN is not free as there is a fee that need to be paid when registering an ACN.

The cost of setting up a company in Australia can start from around $500 onwards.

You can read more about registering a company from the ASIC website.

Popular types of businesses for international students in Australia

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There are not many limitations in regards to what type of business you can run as an international student in Australia.

It will depend upon your skill set and your interests as well.

You can also look for a gap in the market for a product or service that needs to be fulfilled.

Here are some common types of businesses that International students run in Australia.

Ride sharing services

One of the most common business type is ride sharing services.

It is about providing ride services for driving passenger from point A to point B.

There are some popular apps in Australia like Uber, where you can register yourself as a self-employed person and can choose your own hours to provide these ride sharing services.

Food delivery services

Another popular type of business is food delivery services.

One of the most popular platform for food delivery services is Uber Eats where you can work as a self-employed person to deliver food from the food outlets to the customers.

You can sign up for Uber Eats using this link here.

Cleaning

Cleaning is one of the most popular type of business that many International students run in Australia.

You can get a cleaning franchise or you can get some cleaning contracts yourselves in order to start a business as a cleaner.

You can choose to work in residential or commercial cleaning.

There are many popular apps like Airtasker in Australia for finding cleaning work as well.

Tutoring

Tutoring is another popular business among students where you can provide tutoring services to other students.

It could be providing tutoring services to high school students or for university students.

Freelancing

You can also provide services as a freelancer in Australia. Some of the popular freelancing businesses in Australia includes:

• social media management,
• digital marketing,
• video editing
• photography

Influencers

Some international students also run their businesses as an influences in Australia. Influencers provide advertising services to different brands in Australia or overseas.

Influencers promote the services use different channels like

• YouTube
• Instagram
• TikTok

Trade services

You can also provide Trade Services as a business like

• Plumbing
• Painting
• Carpentry
• Bricklaying

Just keep in mind that when providing some of these services, you will need to have the right certification and licenses.

Selling products

You can also start selling some products as a business in Australia.

You can set up an online business or an offline business by renting a shop.

So, there are no limitations on the type of business you can run as an international student in Australia.

Want to know how you can make money online in Australia? Check more than 16 ideas here.

Work hours when running a business as an international student

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Next very interesting question that get asked quite often is.

“Can I work more than 40 hours per fortnight if I’m running my own business?”.

As you know the international students are required to abide by their student visa conditions and one of that condition is regarding the work limitation.

This visa conditions requires students to work no more than 40 hours per fortnight during their study terms.

However, students are allowed to work unlimited hours during their official school holidays.

Currently, International students are allowed to work unlimited hours until 30th June 2023.

But once those unlimited work hours finishes, regardless of whether you’re working on TFN (as an employee) or an ABN (as a business) you will need to abide by the work hours conditions on your visa.

So you need to make sure that you don’t work more than 40 hours per fortnight even if you are running your own business.

As an employee, your employer have a responsibility to make sure that they give you work hours as per your visa condition

But as a business, it is your responsibility to make sure that you do not exceed the amount of hours you are legally allowed to work, especially when your study is in progress.

Read more about work hours conditions and other work hour requirements here.

Dealing with taxes when running a business in Australia

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The next important question is.

“Do I need to pay taxes when I’m running my own business in Australia?”.

Like any other business owner, you will be responsible for managing your own taxes.

You will need to pay your shares of taxes depending upon your income.

In certain businesses, you are required to pay additional taxes like GST (Goods and Services Tax) as a part of meeting your tax obligations.

so it’s very important that you Lodge your tax returns within the time frame allocated

If you are unsure about taxes as a business, we suggest you speaking to an accountant as they can provide you with advice regarding that and many other things.

And that’s pretty much it in regards to starting a business in Australia as an International students.

We hope that information provided above helped you understanding the requirements for registering, taxes, work hours and some popular type of businesses among international students as well.

If you are planning to start your own business, we would love to hear about it. Let us know in the comment section below.

All the best with your journey of starting a business in Australia as an international student.

Many international students are usually aware of the work restrictions on a student visa when studying in Australia. 

But there are still some common questions about work restrictions like 

• “How many hours can an international student work in Australia?” 
• “Can a student work unlimited hours in Australia on a student visa?”
• “Until when international students are allowed to work unlimited hours in Australia?”

So, in this article, we are going to discuss everything about work hours restrictions for international students in Australia.

Before we get started, here is a quick cheat sheet of the changes that are coming into effect from 1st July 2023.

Can International Students Work Along with Their Studies in Australia?

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The cost of studying abroad is significant. The benefits of working while studying are numerous, and international students studying in Australia are usually permitted to work on their student visas.

During the academic year, students with a valid student visa are permitted to work 40 48 hours fortnight (every two weeks), and they are allowed to work an unlimited number of hours during breaks.

This is done to guarantee that students may maximise their earnings while they are not in school while still focusing on their academics when their study is in progress.

How Many Hours Can Students Work During Their Study in Australia?

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In the past, International Students could only work up to 40 hours per fortnight (every 2 weeks) when their study is in progress.

But since the new update from the Department of Education, international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight from 1st July 2023. There is exception to this as students working in aged care sector can continue working unlimited hours until 31st December 2023.

There are many international students that might think they have unlimited work hours. But, this is not completely true. Usually, students can only work unlimited hours during their official study vacations.

International students studying Masters by research and Doctorate programs can work unlimited hours even when their study is in progress. 

Students studying with the Australia Awards scholarship or Defence students are also required to follow the 48 hours per fortnight work limitations during their studies and unlimited work hours during their official school holidays.

But the Australian government has offered a temporary easing of working hours due to worker shortages. As a result, students are now permitted to work more than 48 hours every two weeks until 30th June 2023.

Can Students Work Unlimited Hours In Australia?

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From 1st July 2023, with a valid student visa, international students in Australia are allowed to work up to 48 hours per fortnight (or 24 hours every week) while courses are in session. There are no limitations on how many hours they can work during officially recognised school breaks.

However, as per the new update in the budget 2023 announced on May 9th 2023, international students already working in the aged care sector on 9th May 2023 can continue to work unrestricted hours until 31st December 2023.

To avoid confusion about the work week, in Australia, the work week starts from Monday and ends on the next Sunday.

But currently, these work restrictions have been lifted which means students can continue to work unlimited hours until 30^th June 2023.

Until When International Students Can Work Unlimited Hours In Australia?

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To help with the labour shortages, the restrictions on student work hours on visa have been temporarily relaxed. These relaxed rules for unlimited work hours will expire on June 30, 2023.

All current students, new student arrivals, and secondary candidates (arriving along with students) are permitted to work over 40 hours per week in any industry until June 30, 2023.

A student visa holder’s ability to work will be limited to a 48 hours per fortnight after June 30, 2023 (except students working in the aged care sector, as noted above) as the Australian government wants students to prioritise getting a high-quality Australian education and credential.

International students must ensure that they are informed of any changes to visa requirements, including work restrictions and hours.

Can International Students Come And Work In Australia Before Their Course Commencement?

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Australian government relaxed rules regarding students commencing work before their course commencement during the pandemic period. Students were allowed to come before the start of their course and start working even before the course commencement.

But since last update from the Department of Home Affairs, there is no mention regarding this on their website and students are advised to confirm this change regarding starting work before course commencement with their university, agent or the department.

Students can check their visa conditions also to see if they can or can’t commence work before the course commencement.

But after 30^th June 2023, as the restrictions on work hours will be back, students can only commence work after the start of their official study period.

In the past, students were not allowed to begin working until after their studies had begun, and they were allowed to arrive in Australia up to 90 days prior to the commencement of their degree.

Can Students Work After Completing Their Studies in Australia?

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Students who are studying in the major city areas, i.e. Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne, can get up to two-year post-study visa work.

Students studying in regional areas can obtain a three to four year post-study work visa, allowing them to remain in Australia after their graduation.

But the new suggested changes by the government mean there will be additional time for post study work visas for international students studying in the areas of verified skills shortages.

Students completing eligible qualifications and in high demand occupations will be able to apply for additional 2 years of post study work visas. You can read more details about these eligible qualifications here.

Apart from that, you can also keep an eye on the website of the Department of Home Affairs for further details on this.

How Many Hours Can My Dependent Family Member Work on My Student Visa in Australia?

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Currently, the dependent family members of the student visa holders (subclass 500) can work unlimited hours until 30th June 2023.

Usually, the dependents of some student visa holders are required to follow the work hours restrictions as well.  

However, if you are studying a Master’s degree (by coursework or research) or Doctorate degree in Australia, then your dependents are allowed to work unlimited hours even when your study is in session.

Dependents of the students studying other courses (than the listed above) will need to abide by 48 hours per fortnight work restrictions after 30th June 2023.

Can International Students Work Unlimited Hours During Holidays?

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Yes, international students are allowed to work unlimited hours during their official holiday or term break.

Sometimes employers may ask you to provide a letter regarding your official term break while studying on a student visa.

In that case, you can ask your university or school to provide you with a letter or certificate for official school term break.

How Many Hours Can International Students Work in Australia After 30th June 2023?

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As per the latest news update from the Department of Home Affairs, international students can only work 48 hours per fortnight after 30th June 2023 (except students working in the aged care sector, as noted above).

It means the work restrictions for new and existing student visa holders will restart from 1st July 2023.

International students visa holders are expected to abide by these work restrictions during their study period.

What Happens if Students Work More Than 48 Hours per Fortnight After 30th June 2023?

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International students (except students working in the aged care sector, as noted above) will be required to follow the 48 hours per fortnight work limits after 30th June 2023.

Any students working more than the work restrictions will be in a breach of their student visa conditions. It can also lead to the cancellation of the visa.

So, we recommend that you always abide by the student visa work restrictions.

Can International Students Work 40 Hours?

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Until 30th June 2023, international students can work more than 40 hours per week on a student visa in Australia.

After 1st July 2023, if international students work 40 hours in a week, then they must ensure that they are not in breach of their 48 hours per fortnight work restrictions in the fortnight.

It is a student’s duty to keep regular account for how many hours they are working in a fortnight.

Why Australian Government is Bringing Back the Work Restriction For International Students?

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In January 2022, Australian government announced unlimited work hours for international students in Australia to address the labour shortages due to pandemic.

Since then the slow economic growth and opening of Australia’s international borders has helped to reduce the labour market shortages. And government wants to also make sure that student focus on getting a quality Australian education and qualifications.

While student visa holders can work during their study and holiday period, the main aim of the student visa is to get a high quality education.

So Australian government has decided to bring the work limitation of 48 hours per fortnight for international studenyts from 1st July 2023.

Comparing Work Hours For International Students in Australia, Canada, UK And USA

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Now let’s look at the comparison of work hours for international students in some of the most popular study abroad destinations.

Australia

While classes remain on, international students in Australia with a valid student visa are permitted to work up to 40 hours per fortnight, with no restrictions on how many hours they can work during officially recognised school holidays.

There are no such restrictions on the level of study when it comes to work hours for international students in Australia. The student visa holder dependents can also have work rights as mentioned above.

Students can also work as a self-employed person like Uber Eats in Australia. 

United Kingdom (UK)

In the UK, during the academic year, you are permitted to work a maximum of 20 hours per week with a student visa for full-time degree-level study. There is a weekly cap of 20 hours for any work—whether it is paid or unpaid—done for one or more organisations.

If you are studying qualifications below degree level, then you can work only 10 hours per week during study term.

There are also restrictions on type of work like you can’t be self-employed or engage in any business activity and many others.

Canada

International students in Canada can work 20 hours a week during their study term. During scheduled study breaks, students are allowed to work more than 20 hours per week. Although students in Canada are allowed to work as self-employed people. 

If you work more than that, then you are in breach of the terms of your study permit. If you do this, you risk losing your student status and risk having future requests for a study or work visa denied. You could even be asked to leave the nation.

United States of America (USA)

International students who are enrolled for full-time studies and holding F-1 status in the USA, are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during study period and up to 40 hours during vacations. 

Students who hold a valid F-1 status cannot be employed off-campus without meeting eligibility requirements and obtaining official authorisation. International students also need to agree that the position they are taking on campus doesn’t replace a job for the US resident.

There are more terms and conditions on what students can and can’t do in the US when they are on their student visa. You can read more details here. 

Overall Summary of Work Hours in Australia

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Here is a quick summary of work hours for international students in Australia before and after 1st July 2023:

Timeframes	When The Course Is In Session	When The Course Isn’t In Session
Until 30th June 2023	Unlimited work hours	Unlimited work hours
After 1st July 2023	48 hours per fortnight	Unlimited work hours

So, this is what you need to know about student work hours in Australia. If you want to know more about work in Australia for international students, then you should check this guide here.

If you are planning to work in Australia, you will need either a TFN or an ABN or maybe both.

As an international student, it is very important to understand the difference when working with TFN and ABN.

In this article, we are going to be discussing the difference between ABN vs TFN.

What is TFN?

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 “TFN” stands for Tax File Number. It is a 9-digit number that identifies you as an employee and a taxpayer in Australia.

Anyone who wants to work in Australia will need to have a TFN. It is a unique number for everyone, and you only get it once in your lifetime.

Learn how to apply for your TFN here

What is an ABN?

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“ABN” is an abbreviation for “Australian Business Number.” It is an 11-digit number that identifies you as a business in Australia.

Every business operating in Australia must have an ABN. You can work as a sole trader using ABN as well.

Learn how to apply for your ABN here:

ABN vs TFN

1. Employment Status 

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When you are working with TFN, you’d have to sign a contract that signifies you as an employee of the business.

If you are operating under an ABN, either as a contractor, freelancer, self-employed, or gig-economy worker, you will be considered a self-employed business in Australia.

2. Pay

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With TFN, the employer pays you salary or wages every week or every fortnight, which usually goes directly into your bank account.

As an ABN holder, you don’t get paid a salary or wages. You will have to create your own invoice and send it to the business, and they will pay your invoice.

With an ABN, you get paid based on the contract of agreement you have with the business.

3. Taxes

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When working under TFN, your employer deducts taxes from your salary before it gets paid into your bank account.

And at the end of the financial year, you receive a payment summary in MyGov that includes the amount of money the employer paid you during the financial year and the amount of taxes deducted from your salary.

This information in MyGov will help you with your tax return. Here’s a tax return guide for international students in Australia:

For ABN holders, the businesses you work with will pay you the invoice in full. They don’t deduct any taxes from that, and if your business is registered for GST, you will have to charge that to your customers.

So, you are required to pay and manage your own taxes when working with an ABN. 

4. Superannuation

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When you are working under TFN, your employer is responsible for paying you superannuation, which is added to your wages and salary.

At the moment, it is 10.5% of your salary and that goes directly into your superannuation fund account.

If you are working with ABN, you do not get any superannuation paid by the businesses you work with. However, as an ABN holder, you can contribute money to your own superannuation.

5. Insurance 

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If you are working under a TFN arrangement, your employer will cover you for work cover and personal indemnity insurance.

They have to pay an insurance premium for having you work with them. It is to make sure that you are covered for any accident or any other personal indemnity issues that might occur at the workplace.

However, with an ABN, you are responsible for getting your own insurance, whether it is work cover insurance, or personal indemnity insurance or any other relevant insurance..

6. Leave 

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If you are working as a casual employee, there is no leave entitlement for you, which means there is no annual leave or sick leave. But if you are working on a part-time or full-time basis, you are entitled to annual and sick leave.

If you are working with an ABN, you are your own boss, so there are no holiday entitlements for you.

Can you work with ABN and TFN at the same time?

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One of the very common questions among international students is, Can I work on both ABN and TFN at the same time?

The answer is Yes!

Let’s explain that using this example:

Now let’s say due to the pandemic, James lost a few work hours in the restaurant, so he decided to become an Uber Eats delivery person.

He can work on both ABN and TFN at the same time, but no more than hours allowed on his student visa. 

Sham Contracting

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It is very important to understand the difference between working with an ABN or TFN because some employers may ask you to get an ABN when you should be working as an employee on a TFN. 

That is known as Sham contracting.

A Sham contract is when an employee tries to disguise an employment relationship as an independent contracting arrangement.

Some employers try to do that so that they won’t have to worry about your taxes, superannuation, insurance, annual or sick leave, and other entitlements.

To find out more about your work rights in Australia, you can visit the Fair Work Australia website.

We also have a detailed article on how to avoid exploitation at work in Australia, you can read it here. 

A resume is one of the most important documents for any job application.

Most recruiters and employers receive thousands of resumes each day for job applications. And every single applicant tries their best to stand out.

But still we notice that many students don’t pay attention to these common student resume mistakes when submitting their job applications. 

So in this article, we are going to talk about the 9 most common resume mistakes to avoid in Australia.

1. Typos and Grammatical Errors 

The majority of international students in Australia are from non-English-speaking countries, and while many students are confident in their English levels, there is always the possibility of some minor errors or mistakes in their resume. 

We have seen local students who are well versed in English language making these mistakes as well.

The best way to avoid grammar and spelling errors is to proofread your resume before sending it for any job application. Make sure you read every single line in your resume and check it thoroughly. 

If you are not confident enough, you should get someone else to proofread your resume for you before submitting it for any job application.

If you need help, you can ask your tutors or support staff team in your university or institution.

2. Not Customising Your Resume

Most students, when they apply for jobs these days, use ready-made resume templates for their job applications.

That is perfectly fine as a starting point, but many students use this same resume for every job application.

That is certainly the wrong thing to do. 

If you are really serious about getting a job, you should be customising your resume for each job application.

This is important because these days, resumes are not first read by human beings; they are usually first read by automated machines and software, and if your resume passes the test by the software or machine, then it gets passed to the Human Resource Manager.

It is critical to understand that your resume must be tailored to the job advertisement you see on the website.

We recommend that you read the job advertisement thoroughly, go through some of the keywords that are in the job advertisement, and make sure you customise your resume based on those keywords.

That would certainly give you an edge over other applicants. 

3. Including Unnecessary Information

Your resume should not be more than 2 or 3 pages. In those 2 or 3 pages, you want to highlight the best things possible on your resume.

Try to avoid any unnecessary information that is not relevant to the job you are applying for.

For example, if you have already completed graduation, then you don’t need to include information about your Year 8 or Year 10 information.

And when it comes to adding experience to your resume, add only experiences that are applicable to the job application.

For example, if you are applying for an IT job, then including all of your previous experience in hospitality jobs might not be a big help.

If you don’t have any experience in the IT industry, then you might include the most recent experience in the hospitality industry.

Try to look for some volunteer or internship opportunities, so you can include relevant work experiences.

4. Wrong Sequence of Information

Most students already know that they should always include their experience first in their resume, followed by their educational background and other information.

One of the things you should always keep in mind when it comes to experience is that you should always consider what type of job you are applying for.

For example, you might be applying for a job as a graduate accountant, and your recent job experience might be working as a cashier at McDonald’s, while you also did an internship last year at an accounting firm.

In this case, you should highlight your internship experience even though it might not be your most recent work experience, as long as it is relevant to the job application.

That experience should be listed first in your experience section, and you can include your McDonald’s experience after that.

That sequence of information is very important when applying for a job.

5. Ignoring Volunteer or Unpaid Work

As an international student in Australia, it is very difficult to get a job right away in your own industry or field.

One of the mistakes that students make in their resume is that they might have done some unpaid work or volunteer work in Australia, but they do not include that in their resume.

Volunteering could include helping the local charity or the local football club, or any of the other volunteer work that you have done in Australia. It is always good to include that in your resume.

Not only does it demonstrate that you are a person who loves to help the community, but it also shows your ability to work with teams, your communication skills, and many other soft skills.

So, when it comes to unpaid work or volunteering, it is highly recommended that you include it in your resume; Australian employers love to see it, especially if you have no work experience at all.

And if you are looking for some volunteer work, then we suggest you check websites like Seek Volunteer and Go Volunteer.

6. Not Having a Visually Appealing Resume

Many international students don’t pay attention to their resume aesthetic, that is, the layout, spacing, font, or colours in their resume.

There are plenty of applications available for you to create your resume for free. You can also download a free resume template from our website here.

We make sure our resume templates stand out in terms of aesthetics, and they are visually appealing as well.

Before you submit any resume for any job application, make sure it follows the basic formatting standards.

In a standard Australian Resume, you do not need to include your photos or personal information; your culture, your religion, the country you come from, your gender, etc.

If you make your resume stand out visually, that would definitely give you an edge over other job applicants.

7. Providing Wrong Contact Information

This is one of the biggest sins you can commit on your resume, that is, providing wrong contact details on your resume.

It is very important to provide your contact details on the resume. Your contact details usually include:

• Your postal address
• Your phone number
• Your email address
• LinkedIn profile URL (optional)
• Your website (optional)

If any of the contact details you are providing on your resume is wrong or outdated, then it could mean that you might miss out on the job.

Imagine an employer picking up the phone to call you for an interview to only find out that the number is wrong, it might put them off contacting you as they might consider it a very negligent act on your part. 

So, make sure to check your contact details before submitting your resume for any job application. 

8. Not Providing Any Data or Statistics

Gone are the days when employers will accept any generic resumes for the job applications. 

These days you need to stand out among thousands of job applications.

Including specific numerical data or statistics or results you achieved in your previous jobs are going to make a clear statement about yourself as an applicant.

So let’s say you worked in the hospitality job as a supervisor, and you want to include some recognition from that job role in your resume.

In that case, you can use some specific quantified data or numbers like “I helped to increase the restaurant sales by 15% by introducing Instagram influencers into our social media strategy”.  

You can talk about statistics or numbers regarding customer satisfaction rates, sales, profit, cost savings, etc. 

9. Not Including Academic Achievements

It is quite fair to say that students who just completed their graduation recently will not have a ton of experience on their resume.

The good thing is that employers and recruiters know that too.

So while there might not be many work-related achievements on the resume, it is critical to include any academic achievements in the resume. Which is often underestimated by many students. 

Academic achievements could include:

• High grades
• Specific subject achievements
• Certificates of recognition from school or teachers
• Testimonials or reference letters from lecturers or tutors
• Group project achievements
• Other academic achievements

Summary

In the summary, we can conclude that doing any of the common student resume mistakes we discussed above could mean getting rejected for your job applications.

So, our suggestion is to pay attention to these mistakes, and before you submit your resume for any job application, proofread it and check that you are not making these mistakes.

Australia is one of the few countries that allows international students to work for 20 hours per week or 40 hours per fortnight while studying.. 

Working in any of these job roles means that you can easily earn decent money to cover some of your expenses as an international student in Australia.

In this article, we are going to discuss 7 high paying jobs in Australia for international students.

1. Security Jobs 

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As an international student, you can work as a security guard or as a security officer in Australia. 

To become a security officer, you will need a certification known as a “Certificate II in Security Operations.” It is a short course, and you could be paying anywhere from $150 to $250 to do this course. 

You can easily earn more than $25 per hour if you are working as a security guard in Australia. 

As a security guard, you can work in commercial spaces like shopping centers and supermarkets, and construction sites as well. 

You can also work as a security guard at events. If you work during the events, you can even earn more than $35 per hour. If you are working in the evenings or in the nights, you could also be getting more than $35 per hour for this job. 

2. Cleaning Jobs 

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As an international student, there is certainly a possibility of you working as a cleaner. 

As a cleaner, you are obviously required to clean different facilities. You can work in a variety of settings. You can work in commercial settings like offices or residential settings like private homes. 

Without a doubt, you can even run your own business in the cleaning industry. You can easily earn more than $25 per hour as a cleaner in Australia. And occasionally you can even charge more than that as well. 

For this specific job role no certification is required, you can get started with some training from your workplace and can start working as a cleaner right away. 

3. Construction Jobs 

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You can do construction jobs in different industries  like residential building constructions and commercial building constructions 

Some popular jobs in the construction industry among international students include construction cleaning and casual laborer. You don’t need to  have any special course for working in the jobs mentioned.

Just be mindful that if you are going to work in the construction industry, you will need to have at least “White card training” (construction induction training).

Read everything you need to know about White Card for international students in Australia

You need to complete this short course before you start working in the construction industry, and it will cost you anywhere from $150 to $250. 

You can use one of the links below to register: 

White card course for $175 here: 

• NSW: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1414 
• VIC: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1413 
• QLD: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1408 
• TAS: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1407 
• WA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1406 

Working in the construction industry means you can easily earn more than $30 per hour.

Usually there is a physical work involved in these sorts of jobs, but many international students prefer to do these sorts of jobs these days because they are quite well paid. 

4. Specialised Hospitality Jobs

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 Specialised hospitality jobs means that you have some sort of special skills  to work in this industry. 

You can work as a waiter or waitress in this industry but these jobs doesn’t  require any specific training for that  but if you want to earn some extra money in the hospitality industry, it might be a good idea for you to do some specialized courses. 

For example, you can become a bartender in this industry and to become a bartender you would need an RSA course.  

Becoming a bartender means you can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour. And if you’re going to work in the evenings or late nights, you can even earn more money in that sort of job role.

RSA course for international students from $49 (online) here: 

• All Australia except NSW, VIC: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1403
• VIC RSA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1412 
• NSW RSA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1404 

To become a barista, you don’t need a specific course, although there are some short courses available for that as well., But there is no specific requirement that you must have a barista course in order to become a barista.. 

You can also become a cook, in that case you might need some certification and some training, also. These sorts of job roles can easily get you higher money or top dollars in the hospitality industry.

In current circumstances because of  shortage of staff in the market, many hospitality venues are paying top dollars for any of the job roles in this industry. So even if you’re getting some basic sort of job role as a kitchen hand or as a waiter, you can  expect to get more than $25 per hour.

5. Personal Trainers 

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As a personal trainer also known as PT.

As a personal trainer, you will be responsible for giving instructions and training to people for their health and well-being, and you can easily earn more than $35 per hour as a personal trainer. 

To become a personal trainer, you will need a certification. You will need at least Certificate IV in Personal Training to get started.

If you just want to work in existing gym facilities then you can do “Certificate III in Personal Training” only.

You can even become a yoga instructor if you have the right skill set and the right certification for it.

6. Dog Walkers or Pet Sitters 

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As people being so busy these days with their own life, there are plenty of jobs for people who can walk their dogs or their pets or can become a pet sitter for their pets. This is one of the popular jobs among international students these days.

There is no formal qualification required to become a dog walker. But having a qualifications like Certificate III in Dog Training and Behaviour or Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services can help in getting a job.

With this sort of job roles, you can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour for mostly walking around people’s pets and if you really love pets then this is the job for you. 

7. Delivery Drivers 

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We can divide delivery drivers into two categories: one who delivers food and the other ones who do courier work (non-food). 

Food delivery persons

Obviously there are plenty of food delivery platforms in Australia and you can sign up with any of these platforms and start delivering the food. You don’t need to have a car, motorbike or van in order to deliver food. You even can get started on a bike as well. 

You can become a delivery partner with food delivery services like Uber eats Obviously we can’t work out a specific hourly rate for these sorts of job roles as they vary from one city to another, , timing of the delivery and many other factors. 

But if you are delivering during peak times, you can certainly make some good dollars from these sorts of job roles.

You can learn more on how to sign up as Uber eats delivery partner here.

Courier delivery persons

The second category of delivery drivers is couriers  who usually deliver non-food items. You would need a car or motor van in order to become a courier  driver. 

In this job role, you would be mostly responsible for delivering parcels, posts, letters  etc. ou 

 can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour. 

In order to do a delivery using a car, motorbike or van, you would need a driving license, but there are no formal qualifications required for any of these delivery jobs. Overseas licenses are valid for certain times in certain states, so make sure to check those details in the state you are arriving in. 

So these are the top high paying jobs in Australia for International Students. Let us know which high paying job you are planning to do in Australia?

If you’re looking for a side gig with plenty of flexibility or additional income while in college, consider using the Uber app as an independent driver partner today.

Driving with the Uber app is an easy gig to pick up, as the sign up process is straightforward, as we’ll go over in the article below. You also have full liberty of how much and when you drive as a driver-partner, subject to applicable driving time limits.

Without wasting any time, let’s get started!

What you need to know about driving with the Uber app in Australia

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Before we begin the process of guiding you on signing up to use the Uber driver app, the following are a few things to keep in mind when deciding if this is the right fit for you:

• First and foremost, as an independent driver partner, you will be your own boss. You have the freedom to earn and drive based on your own schedule. Although being your own boss has its perks, this requires self-discipline if you have set out your own goals to achieve.
• You must meet all the current rideshare driver requirements of your state or territory in Australia. Generally speaking, this includes that you be 20 or older, meet applicable accreditation requirements, and have at least one year of licensed driving experience in any Australian state or territory under your belt (exceptions apply in certain states and territories). If you do not fulfil these requirements, you might want to consider alternatives, such as delivering for Uber Eats.

What is Uber?

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Uber is a ride request app which connects riders and drivers and is available in more than 900+ cities across 69 countries on 6 continents.

Driving with the Uber app has several perks

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If you’re wondering about the positives of driving with the Uber app, we’ve listed them below:

• Use the app’s 24/7 online support team to receive answers to your issues.
• Drive whenever you want, whenever it is convenient for you.
• Earnings are released on a weekly basis and can be withdrawn at any moment.
• Set up work schedules that aren’t rigid.
• Makeup and uniform are not required.

Infographics – Steps to Sign Up as a Driver Partner with Uber App

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Steps to Signing Up as a Driver Partner

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To get started on driving with the Uber app, you must first complete the signup process which is simple and easy to follow. This includes demonstrating that you meet the statutory qualification requirements that vary by city as per the local laws and regulations. Please refer to the driver guides for each state for more details.

1.    Meet requirements

Before signing up, ensure that you meet the following requirements to drive with the Uber app.

• Meet the minimum age requirements
• Have access to a vehicle that meets Uber’s vehicle requirements
• Hold a valid full driver’s license in your state or territory
• Have held a full driver’s license in any Australian state or territory for at least 12 months (exceptions apply in certain states and territories)
• Provide all the necessary documents required in your state or territory
• Be listed as an insured driver for the vehicle you plan to drive

If you don’t own a car or vehicle that meets Uber’s requirements, Uber can connect you to vehicle solutions providers who have special offers for driver-partners through Uber’s Marketplace. Refer to the city guides for vehicle requirements in each state:

• NSW: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/sydney/vehicle-requirements/
• VIC: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/melbourne/vehicle-requirements/
• QLD: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/brisbane/vehicle-requirements/
• WA: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/perth/vehicle-requirements/

2.    Sign up to drive with the Uber app

You can sign up to drive with the Uber app in Australia if you match the above requirements.

You’ll be asked some basic questions about yourself and your vehicle. You can complete this process in a few minutes.

3.     Upload your documents and get driver accreditation

After this, you will need to upload your documents, including your driver’s license. Once everything is in order, you can download the Uber driver app.

You will also need to obtain your Driver’s Accreditation. Government regulations require driver partners to hold the right driver accreditation, which you can learn about here. You can get this online and it will allow you to take trips with the Uber app.

4.    Background and VEVO checks

After starting the signup process, you’ll be required to pass a background check. Processes for driver-partner background checks vary by city. This process is done online through National Crime Check via the Uber website.

At the time of writing, background check costs around $36.45. Your criminal and driving records may be examined, depending on the state in which you live.

5.    Download the Uber Driver app

It can take Uber a few days to review your documents. In the meantime, you can download the Uber Driver app while you wait!

6. Get a vehicle inspection

You must next get a vehicle inspection to make sure that your vehicle is roadworthy.

Each city has its unique approach to a car inspection. You’ll get an email with your location details, but you can also find them on the Uber website.

Since your car will be checked for general safety issues like tyres, lights, and body damage, it’s nice to get them reviewed beforehand or do your safety checks.

And we are done!

These are the easy steps you must follow to start driving with the Uber app in Australia.

What are potential costs to be mindful of?

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There may be some expenses you need to keep in mind which we’ve listed below as you get started driving with the Uber app:

• Car Purchase/Loan/Rental Costs: If you don’t already have a vehicle, car purchase or rental costs will need to be factored in.
• Insurance: You must have mandatory third-party insurance and third-party property damage insurance that covers rideshare driving.
• Registration costs: If you own the car, you will need to pay a yearly car registration fee.
• Fuel Costs: Your fuel costs will depend on how many hours you drive and how fuel-efficient your car is. Uber’s rewards program Uber Pro offers fuel discounts that you can take advantage of.
• Car Maintenance: Cost of keeping a car in good condition, like replacing the tires and getting oil and filter changes. This is dependent on how old your car is, what kind it is, how often you use it, where you live, and how you drive it.

What is the best time to drive with the Uber app?

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In order to make the most of your time when driving with the Uber app, it might be better to pick peak hours in your local city or town. While this may differ across cities, peak hours are often around:

• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) 6 am to 9 am
• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) 4 pm to 8 pm
• Weekend (Saturday and Sunday): All day

Apart from peak hours, you can also focus on specific locations such as:

• Airport
• Inner city areas (e.g CBD)
• Events
• Tourist attractions

How much money could you make by driving with the Uber app?

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Since each driver’s earnings are distinct, estimating the average Australian Uber driver’s income may be difficult.

Average earnings may be significantly affected by several factors, including but not limited to number of trips, trip fares, time of day and location, and earnings are not guaranteed.

We recommend checking Uber’s earning calculator on their website to get a better estimate.

Is it worthwhile to drive with the Uber app in Australia?

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Although this is an entirely personal choice, if you are considering earning extra income or a side hustle that provides flexibility around your study schedule, then driving with the Uber app might be the right fit for you.

We discussed some factors above including costs, timings, and the perks of being your own boss and we hope those might help you decide if driving with the Uber app is the right fit for you.

We hope you found this article helpful, and all the best of luck if you decide to start driving with the Uber app!

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