Where to look for work
Find out where jobs are advertised online, what opportunities may exist in the gig economy, and how to set up job profiles and alerts.
Job search websites
Online job search websites such as Seek, Career One, LinkedIn and others not only list vacancies but provide helpful advice on how to:
- search for jobs using keywords and filters
- set up job alerts
- create a profile or store a resume online.
The Australian Government Workforce Australia website also provides hints and tips to:
- help your job search
- make your resume and cover letter stand out.
Learn more about finding jobs and what employers are looking for at Workforce Australia.
Company websites
If there are specific employers or companies you’d like to work for, visit the careers section of their website or one of their social media channels, like Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter.
Even if there are no suitable jobs advertised, you can often register your interest and preferences, and be notified if a role that matches your criteria becomes available in the future.
Recruitment agencies
Employment or recruitment agencies are companies that match people to jobs. Some specialise in particular kinds of roles or industries.
Visit their websites to search for available roles and other job finding resources.
If there are no jobs that match your skills and experience, you can often upload your resume or register an expression of interest.
Jobs in government
There is a wide range of jobs, careers, professional development options, as well as training and education opportunities offered across local, state and federal governments.
Jobs in government cover many areas of work, including:
- business or community services
- communications and human resources
- economic development and infrastructure
- science and the environment
- finance and treasury
- tourism and recreation.
You can find general information, application checklists, vacancies and more resources for jobs in:
- Local government - careers at council
- NSW State Government - I work for NSW
- Commonwealth Government - Jobs Hub.
Gig or collaborative economy roles
The gig economy is when customers and service providers come together via a digital platform such as a website or mobile app. The Uber ride sharing service is an example.
People offering their services in the gig economy are sometimes known as contingent workers. They usually work on a temporary or on-demand basis.
The work can often be an interim measure to earn income until a more permanent or preferred role comes along.
Apart from the likes of Uber, other gig-type work could include:
- Airtasker, an online peer-to-peer marketplace to outsource small jobs, find local services or hire flexible staff
- short-term freelancing or business consulting roles
- hospitality and on-demand labour hire
- caregiver roles that look after the elderly, or babysitting and even pet sitting
- renting out a spare room or home on Airbnb.