{"id":23457,"date":"2024-01-15T10:21:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T02:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=advice&p=23457"},"modified":"2025-12-10T13:56:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T05:56:19","slug":"can-i-get-a-job-in-australia-after-i-graduate","status":"publish","type":"advice","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/advice\/can-i-get-a-job-in-australia-after-i-graduate\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I get a job in Australia after I graduate?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You\u2019ve made it to graduation \u2013 congratulations! Thanks to your hard work and dedication, you have reached an incredible milestone \u2013 one that is especially significant as an international student. For you, this achievement doesn\u2019t just mark the successful completion of your course; it\u2019s a symbol of your personal growth, resilience and ability to navigate the world around you.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, it\u2019s time to ready yourself for a new journey: the start of your career. As you prepare to step away from study and into the workforce, you may be wondering: can I get a job in Australia after graduation?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Australia offers multiple pathways for international graduates to pursue their careers. In this article, we\u2019ll discuss eligibility requirements and the most commonly considered visa options. We\u2019ll also talk about how you can boost your employability for the Australian job market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working in Australia: a look at your visa options<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the primary ways international graduates can work in Australia after completing their studies is through the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)<\/a>, often known simply as the \u201c485 visa\u201d. The 485 visa is specifically designed to allow new international graduates to gain work experience in Australia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 485 visa offers two streams: the Graduate Work stream<\/a> and the Post-Study Work stream<\/a>. The Graduate Work stream is available to graduates with skills and qualifications that are relevant to specific occupations on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List<\/a>. This stream allows you to stay in Australia for up to 18 months after finishing your studies (correct at the time of publication). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Post-Study Work stream is available to international graduates who have completed a bachelor\u2019s degree or higher in Australia. The duration of this stream varies depending on your qualification, but it\u2019s usually between two and four years.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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You can learn more about the Temporary Graduate visa as well as other long-term visa options via the Department of Home Affairs<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your postgraduate working rights in Australia<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As an international graduate in Australia, you are entitled to the same minimum wages, leave entitlements and workplace rights as Australian citizens and permanent residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are also eligible to seek the same workplace support and guidance as Australian citizens and permanent residents. The Fair Work Ombudsman<\/a> (also known as the FWO) is Australia\u2019s national governmental body, providing assistance and education to employers, employees and organisations while promoting compliance with workplace laws. The FWO can help you if you have concerns about your pay, your treatment in the workplace and more.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to boost your employability<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s certainly possible to work in Australia after graduation, it\u2019s important to remember that completing tertiary study in Australia doesn\u2019t guarantee employment. To secure a job in your chosen field, you should actively work on your employability. Here are our top tips for standing out in the job market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n