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Employment
Looking for work is never an easy thing. Whether you're looking for casual
or full-time employment in retail or showbiz, you can find something useful
at the following links. Most of these sites even allow you to promote
yourself on the internet.
How to find your dream job and snag it!
- NTG Jobs - If you fancy working
for the NT Government.
- Defence Recruitment
- If you are after a job in the defence force, this is the place to
go.
- My Future
- This is a collection of resources, provided by the Commonwealth Department
of Education, Science and Training, to assist career exploration and
decision- making, job search preparation, and career-related education
and training. Ths collection is organised in a number of sections, to
provide access to career guides, occupations' information, career education
in schools, colleges and universities, professional resources and more.
- Getting
a Job - This booklet is a useful guide if you are completing schoo,
considering career options or searching for your first job. It can be
used by you or as part of a group.
- Job Juice
- The Australian JobSearch team at the Department of Employment and
Workplace Relations have created this employment portal specifically
aimed at young people. The site includes the JobSearch search engine,
links to mycareer, an online career quiz helping young people discover
a career, and a resume builder!
- Job Guide
- Career planning for young people aged 15 to 20 years, primarily
school leavers and people registered with centrelink.
- Career One
- To help you find the job for you, Career One offers 'Resume Builder'.
Resume Builder helps you compile and design your resume online, in a
format that suits you. Best of all, you can access and update it anytime!
- Australian
IT
- Centrelink
- Information on benefits available to young people.
- Work Site
- Seek - This site
has a Virtual Interviewer that will shape up for that important job
interview as well as on-line career coaching and job searches. Worth
checking out.
- Careers
Online - If its international fame and excitement you seek than
this is the link for you. There are jobs on offer here from all over
the world accessible through 250 job search engines.
- IT Skills
Hub - this site brings together some of the best resources and expertise
in Australia's IT industry. The IT Skills Hub provides information and
resources on education, training, development and services for anyone
interested in IT. There's also a Youth Hub with information specifically
for young people. So if you're interested in a career in IT, check out
this site!
In April, federal Workplace Ombudsman Nicholas Wilson launched a new
fact sheet to inform young people about their workplace rights. The
fact sheet, 'Don't
get ripped off!' covers topics such as workplace
agreements, correct rates of pay, holiday entitlements and tips on
what to expect when finishing up with an employer. To download the
fact sheet, visit the Workplace Ombudsman's website, click
here.
Starting your own business?
Deciding to be your own boss is a big step. It is riskier than being
an employee but the benefits can potentially be more rewarding too. Boost
your chances of success by checking out these web sites.
- Territory Business
Centre - Contains essential information you will need to know before
setting up your own business. Also has a list of useful business contacts
to assist you with your business queries.
- The Enterprise Network
for Young Australians (ENYA) - has set up this great website to
provide young entrepreneurs with access to advice and support in setting
up and running a business. Check it out for information and inspiration!
- AusIndustry
- Click on “Products and Services” to find out what AusIndustry
can do for you.
- Commonwealth
Business Website - Click on “Starting a Business” to
find grants and courses available.
- Idea Cafe -
An incredible source of business information and advice, written in
simple to understand terms. Helpful advice on financing, marketing and
human resources.
- Inc Com - Great reading
for business owners. This website has tools to help you in every area
of your business.
- The Entrepreneur
Magazine - website features inspiring and informative articles about
real-life entrepreneurs who started small but made it big.
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