Understanding Australian workplace culture can be a great help when you are looking for work. The best way to do this is by getting exposure to Australian workplaces.

Here’s how:

Internship and work experience

If you are currently enrolled in a tertiary course or have recently graduated, you may be eligible for an internship or work experience program.

These programs provide paid and unpaid opportunities to:

• Get professional work experience,
• Gain exposure to professional work environments
• Develop skills.

Discuss the opportunities that are available to you through your education provider.

Networks

It is a great way to grow your networks too. Make sure you stay in touch with your work experience or internship colleagues.

Volunteer placement opportunities

Volunteering is a great way of getting workplace exposure.

 Being a volunteer:

• Provides you with Australian experience
• Helps you create a professional network and opportunities for mentorship
• Can turn into your first job in Australia
• Gives you exposure to the Australian work environment
• Allows you to meet people outside your own ethnic group
• Gives you Australian references.

Many employers consider volunteer work to be equally as valuable as paid work experience. The most effective type of volunteering for job-seeking purposes should be relevant to your professional skills.

Check out the links below to find out how you can get involved in volunteering:

• City of Stirling Volunteer Program and opportunities
• Volunteering WA

These following agencies can help you get volunteering experiences in your field of choice.