Australia is one of the most preferred study abroad destinations among Indian students. The country has some top universities, a wide range of courses, Scholarship options and part-time and post-study job opportunities. The affordable living costs and comparatively lower tuition fees than other leading studies abroad destinations make it the third most preferred study abroad destination.

One of
the most asked questions by our Indian students is about the Part-Time Jobs for
International Students in Australia. Indeed, a Part-time job plays an important
role in a student’s life as it enables him to support his studies and manage
his finances during his stay abroad.

This blog
will help you learn about the part-time jobs you can do in Australia and the
eligibility criteria for acquiring part-time jobs in Australia. 

Working
hours and pay scale

Students can work in
different sectors in Australia, such as hospitality, service or industry, and
retail, and can work for 20 hours per week during semesters and unlimited hours
during vacations. There are various kinds of skilled and unskilled part-time
jobs in Australia, and the pay scale for each of the occupations differs based
on the location of the job, demand, and type of work. The minimum wage students
earn in Australia is around AUD 20.

Eligibility
Criteria

Requirements for
part-time jobs in Australia:

• Valid student Visa 
• The student must be admitted to an Australian Government approved full-time study program.
•  Students must fulfil the University’s minimum attendance and academic prerequisites.
• A student should hold an overseas student health cover.

How
to find Part-Time Jobs in Australia

International students
can find a job in Australia in this way:

• Inquiring with friends or colleagues
• Websites for online job postings
• Professional recruitment agencies
• The institution’s alumni groups
• Dedicated university or college websites and job
  posting boards
• Browse sources like references, online portals,
  newspapers, etc.

Part-Time Jobs for International Students in
Australia

Become a Tutor

One can
be a private tutor if he has immense knowledge in a particular field and wants
to impart it to others. By becoming a tutor, you can earn a handsome amount of
money and work at your convenience. As a tutor, you can earn AUD 20-40 per hour
based on your expertise. 

Customer Care Centres

The
other kind of part-time job that you can take up is at the 

Customer
Care Centre. The job doesn’t require you to have too many skills; you have to
answer customers’ questions about the company’s goods and services. Students
can earn between AUD 25-32 per hour by working at the Customer Care Centres in
Australia.

Cashier

In
businesses, there is a high need for accountants and cashiers and Indian
students studying in Australia can take up these jobs and earn between AUD
20-30 per hour. Students who have some basic computer skills can claim these
jobs with ease. 

In stores

International
students in Australia can work at the supermarkets as these supermarkets
require employees to manage the customers and fill in the shelves. Students
usually earn between 20-25 AUD per hour working at the stores, and the payment
differs according to the size of the store, number of employees and customers.

Jobs at Cafes and Restaurants 

The
hospitality industry is one of the best for Indian students to work for as it
needs no additional qualifications, and the jobs are also in very high demand
offering students an excellent chance to earn between 20-25 AUD per hour.

Driver

If you
like driving and exploring new places and have a valid driver’s license and
clean driving history, you can work part-time as a personal driver in Australia
and earn between $20 to $25 per hour.

Delivery person

As a
student studying in Australia, you can work as a delivery person. It is one of
the best jobs that students like to take up as they can work whenever they
want. To work as a delivery person, you need to have a bicycle, bike or car and
drive safely, keeping in mind you keep the delivery package damage-free. You
can earn between $18 to $25 per hour if you work as a delivery person.

Cleaner 

If you
are looking for a high-paying part-time job and love cleaning, you can be a
cleaner and earn between $20 to $25 per hour. Initially, you can work at a
cleaning company, and after gaining some experience, you can work at private
homes, hotels, restaurants, etc. There are no basic requirements to be a
cleaner, and you can work at your convenience.

Conclusion:

We hope that this blog has helped you get crucial information about Part-Time Jobs for International Students in Australia. Canam Consultants is your trusted Study abroad consultant in India that helps you explore study options and study in Australia and other leading studies abroad destinations including Canada, USA New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Singapore. Canam Consultants have partnerships with some of the most prestigious institutions colleges and Universities, making It easy for students to get admission into their favorite institution and study their favorite program while living their best life.

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