Discover how working while you study can enhance your learning experience & support your career goals.
Work Opportunities During Your Studies
Working while studying can significantly enhance your learning experience by helping you build professional networks and career references, and offering opportunities to develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Wherever you work, you’ll be able to apply aspects of your academic learning in a practical setting, which can help you succeed in your role.
Enjoy the Benefits of Combining Study and Work
Enhanced Cultural Experience: Working offers opportunities to interact with people from diverse backgrounds, enriching your cultural exchange and understanding and supporting cross-cultural communication skills.
Professional Development: Gain valuable professional experience and develop transferable skills like teamwork, time management, problem-solving, and customer service to enhance your employability in the global job market.
Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network beyond the academic realm. Connect with professionals in your field of interest, attend industry events, and explore potential career pathways, which can open doors to future job opportunities.
Career Exploration: Gain exposure to different industries, roles, and work environments to help you explore your interests and career aspirations and gain insights into the job market in Brisbane and beyond.
Important Information for International Students
To be eligible for a Student visa (subclass 500) in Australia students must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover their tuition fees and living expenses for the duration of their stay.
International students holding a Student Visa may be allowed to work a limited number of hours during their studies, in accordance with the conditions of their visa.
Students should not rely on work during their studies as a means of supporting themselves or their family. Work undertaken while studying is intended to supplement a student’s experience, not to fund their cost of living or tuition expenses.
Student visa holders must comply with all work-related conditions attached to their visa. Failure to comply with these conditions may result in visa cancellation or other consequences under Australian migration law.
Students are encouraged to refer to official government sources for current and detailed information on student visa conditions, including work limitations and obligations:
