This section contains information for migrants about obtaining work in Australia, including trades recognition.
Australian Labour Market Update is a quarterly publication which explains the labour market for those seeking jobs in Australia, particularly migrants.
The Australian Skills Recognition Information (ASRI) site provides information on how to get an assessment of occupational qualifications, skills or experience gained overseas. Also included are state-specific licensing and registration requirements for practicing occupations in Australia.
If you are a job seeker from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, Job Network can help you.
The Migration Occupations in Demand List includes occupations identified through DEEWR research as being in national demand and with sustained employment prospects.
Australian Education International (AEI), through the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR), provides official information and advice on the comparability of overseas qualifications with Australian qualifications.
If you want to come temporarily to Australia and work, it is important to obtain a visa that allows you the right to work. Please note - there are no rights to work if you are travelling to Australia on a visitor visa (that is, as a tourist).
The Working Holiday and Work and Holiday programmes aim to promote international understanding, through helping young people experience the culture of another country.