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• Steps
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The Australian labor market is among the strongest in the world. However, the process of finding a job in a foreign country is quite complicated.Fear not - read the step-by-step guide to finding a job below.

Steps

1. 1 Get a work visa. If you require a visa to work in Australia, first apply to the appropriate embassy. Potential employers will ask about your immigration status and visa availability (or at least whether you have already applied), which are a prerequisite for most jobs. Priority visa is given to those who have skills, qualifications or experience in scarce professions. You can check in the List of Required Professions to see if your specialty is listed.
2. 2 Check the relevance of your qualifications in Australia. Check the Australian Government Approved Professions Information to determine if the relevant authorities need to certify your qualifications. Depending on your profession and place of study, special courses or study of additional subjects may be required. When applying for a job, it will be important to state your qualifications in Australian equivalents. For more information on qualifications in Australia, visit the Study in Australia website.
3. 3 Select an industry or economic sector. If you haven't decided what industry you want to work in, choose wisely. The main industries in Australia are agriculture, mining, tourism and light manufacturing. Industries with high growth rates are mining, financial services, tourism and telecommunications. Look in the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship List for information on scarce occupations.
4. 4 Methodically and persistently search for vacancies. Time to start looking for jobs. Millions of vacancies are posted on the Internet. The largest site for SEEK professions. Other major sites include Job Guide and CareerOne. There are also specialized sites such as Alumni Careers in Australia (for alumni), Job Search in Australia (for IT / Computer Professionals), and Work in Tourism Australia (jobs in tourism).
   • Some ads are not published on the internet, so check the newspapers. Appendices with a list of works are in The Age (Melbourne), Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney), The Courier-Mail (Brisbane) and The West Australian (Perz).
   • To inquire about vacancies at a particular organization of interest to you, refer to the recruiting department on their home page. Look at the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Australian Forbes for a list of companies in your industry.
5. 5 Consider alternatives. If you have recently graduated from college, you may want to consider graduate announcements. They are usually published on the company's website or presented at a local regional art fair. Check out Alumni Careers Australia for more information.
6. 6 Write your resume in Australian style. It is important that your resume (called “résumé” in Australia) is Australian style. For more information, see the Australian Style Resume Writing Guide on CareerOne or the Top Margin Resume Writing Guide.
7. 7 Take the time to write your cover letter. Please note that you have received (or are in the process of obtaining) a work permit in Australia. If possible, include your Australian mailing address and telephone number on your resume.
8. 8 Use your contacts. About 70% of vacancies are not advertised in the media, so personal connections are key. Take advantage of the network and expand your network of acquaintances by joining professional associations. If you have established contact with the company, notify the contact person that you are applying for a job - this will help to consider your resume in the first place.
9. 9 Submit your resume and cover letter. Send them to every potential employer and recruiting agency in the region where you intend to settle. Speculative (“cold”) offers are common in Australia, so apply even if the job is not required by your employer. To find company contact information, visit the Yellow Pages website. For a list of recruiting agencies, visit the Recruiting and Consulting Services Association (RCSA) website.
10. 10 Move on. If you have not received confirmation of your request, please contact the recruiting department. Also, feel free to contact the company if you haven't received a response after a couple of weeks. This is a common practice in Australia and is not considered inappropriate (on the contrary, it demonstrates your enthusiasm).
11. 11 Schedule interview visits. If you are invited for an interview, try to come to Australia for a personal meeting. Very few employers will hire candidates without meeting in person (although it is a good idea to offer a Skype interview if you are unable to come to the meeting). Remember to make copies of your work visa and recommendations in order to show them to employers.
12. 12 Consider your options. Unless you're looking for a full-time job, another common option in Australia is to gain work experience. Visit the Internships Australia website to find new ideas. In addition, there are many options for volunteering. There are sites with the most complete information about this: SEEK Volunteers, Environmental Volunteers and Travelers.

Tips

• Maximize your chances of getting a visa. If you are not a qualified migrant, you may have some difficulties in obtaining a visa. If so, consider pursuing professional development or gaining work experience before applying. If English is not your first language, you can take language courses from a trusted agency. It will also help you when applying for a settlement in an area where there is little competition for vacancies.
• When it comes to interviewing, research results show that Australian employers value punctuality, optimism and the ability to provide specific examples to illustrate their point. Therefore, be on time for your interview, in a good mood and with ready-made examples.
• On average, it takes eight weeks to get a job, so start your job search early. However, it is possible to start searching too early. Do not apply more than 12 weeks before you are ready to start work.
• Do not expect to receive the same or higher salary than your home country. Research the cost of living and assess your financial situation before negotiating your salary. (Don't forget to add taxes to your calculations).