Useful links for school leavers
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this resource is correct at the time of publication. This resource contains links to third party sites. The Vocational Education in Schools Directorate is not responsible for the condition or the content of those sites.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander assistance
| www.indigenous.gov.au/prog_serv.htm | Australian Government programs and services for Indigenous people. |
| www.nicp.dewr.gov.au | National Indigenous Cadetship Program. |
| www.aboriginalemploymentstrategy.com | Not-for-profit organisation that places and mentors Aboriginal people into employment. |
Additional Assistance
| www.immi.gov.au/tis | Translating and interpreting service. |
| www.jobaccess.gov.au | For all matters on the employment of people with a disability. |
| www.adcet.edu.au | Entitlements for people with a disability enrolling in post school education and training. |
Australian Qualifications Framework
| www.aqf.edu.au | Explains the range of qualifications you can get in Australia. |
Australian Apprenticeships
| www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au | Lists the Australian Apprenticeships Centre in your region. |
| www.gtaltd.com.au | Group Training Companies provide apprenticeship employment opportunities. |
Career Research and Job Finding Websites
| www.jobsearch.gov.au | Find the right job, make the right career choice, explore TAFE and University options. Use the Australian Apprenticeships section to search for current apprenticeship and traineeship vacancies around Australia. |
| www.myfuture.edu.au | Explore career options, plan career pathways and manage work transitions. |
| www.jobguide.dest.gov.au | Research jobs in growth areas, tips and advice on finding work. |
| www.schooltowork.com.au | Includes resources for parents, carers, family and community to help with young people’s career questions. |
Commercial job vacancy websites
| www.careerone.com.au | Find a current listing of job advertisements. |
| www.mycareer.com.au | Find job advertisements, resume and job seeking advice. |
| www.nowhiring.com.au | Find job advertisements, resume and job seeking advice. |
| www.seek.com.au | Find job advertisements, resume and job seeking advice. |
Employment rights
| www.studentsatwork.org.au | Students as part time workers. |
| www.youngworkers.com.au | WorkCover NSW - Young workers site. |
| www.industrialrelations.nsw.gov.au | Includes Young People at Work section. |
Government Support
| www.centrelink.gov.au | Government financial assistance for jobseekers. |
| www.deewr.gov.au/Employment/JSA/ | Job Services Australia is the government’s new employment and recruitment organisation. |
| www.australia.gov.au | One portal for all government information and services. |
| www.youth.nsw.gov.au | Portal for NSW young people and youth workers. |
Job Placement and Training Services
| www.workplace.gov.au/jobs | This job placement service fills more than half a million jobs a year. |
| www.centerlink.gov.au | Find out if you are eligible for additional services and assistance, and register to be eligible for various government programs. |
| www.harvesttrail.gov.au | Combine seasonal harvest work with travelling around Australia. |
| www.ruralskills.com.au | Find jackaroo, jillaroo or seasonal harvest work in rural Australia. |
| greencorps.greeningaustralia.org.au | A service provider offering Green corps training in NSW. |
| www.greenfutures.com.au | A service provider offering Green corps training in NSW. |
| www.defencejobs.gov.au | Australian Defence Force jobs and training. |
NSW Department of Education and Training
| www.det.nsw.edu.au | Research all matters concerning the NSW Department of Education and Training. |
Private education and training providers
| www.acpet.edu.au | Australian Council for Private Education and Training. |
Start a business
| www.business.gov.au | Helpful information on running a business. |
| www.innovation.gov.au | Build enterprise skills and develop innovative ideas. |
| www.yaa.org.au | Young Achievement Australia's Business Skills Program. |
| www.enya.org.au | Supports the active participation of young people in enterprise. |
Tips and advice for school leavers
| www.year12whatnext.gov.au | Tips and advice for school leavers. |
| www.schools.nsw.edu.au/leavingschool/next | Online magazine for school leavers. |
Scholarships
| www.uac.edu.au/equity | Commonwealth and Institution Equity Scholarships. |
| www.myfuture.edu.au/services | Find a range of scholarships available for all students. |
TAFE NSW
| www.tafensw.edu.au | Technical and Further Education TAFE NSW . |
| www.oten.edu.au/oten | Study distance education through TAFE's Open Training and Education Network OTEN. |
Travel
| www.smarttraveller.gov.au | Travel advisories from the Australian government. |
| www.connexions-direct.com | Careers and travel advice for people with disabilities. |
| www.myfuture.edu.au | Links to overseas work programs. |
University
| www.uac.edu.au | Universities Admissions Centre. |
| www.goingtouni.gov.au | Extensive government site includes higher education providers across Australia, fees, loans, scholarships and course search. |
| www.ola.edu.au | Study university through distance education (Open Learning Australia). |
| www.gooduniguide.com.au/School-Leavers | Course searches, information and rankings for universities in Australia. |
Volunteer Work
| www.volunteersearch.gov.au | Volunteer opportunities in Australia. |
| www.australianvolunteers.com | Work overseas or with indigenous Australians in rural areas. |
