Find out everything you need to know about the volunteer and industry experience opportunities Australia offers during your studies and how to prepare for success.
Volunteering can provide a range of social and community benefits for international students studying in Australia.
Volunteering means donating your time to help an organisation or person in need, for no financial gain. This can take place through a charity, not-for-profit, community organisation or even through your education institution to help build your skills and become job ready.
Volunteering can:
Australia's workplace laws and regulations protect the rights of all workers, including international students working part-time on a student visa. These laws are designed to ensure you:
Download the fact sheet and checklist to help you get ready to work while you study.
There are a range of benefits from choosing to volunteer while completing your study in Australia.
If volunteering is something that interests you, visit the Go Volunteer website for details about where to volunteer, and how to find the right volunteer opportunity for you.
Expand your work experience and prepare for success through these volunteering opportunities.
Expand your work experience through volunteer work and internships
There are also charities and non-government organisations which offer volunteer work for students - a great way to meet people, gain hands-on work experience and contribute to the community.
For more information, start here: govolunteer.com.au.
For volunteer opportunities in each state and territory visit:
Your education provider will usually offer a range of internship, work experience and volunteer opportunities. Many cities and states also develop and manage internship programs or student entrepreneurship programs to get you on your way to start your own business. Austrade's Innovation in Employability report summarises these programs and shares some great success stories.
