Temporary migrants face extra barriers job-seeking during COVID-19

The pandemic’s economic fallout has the Reserve Bank of Australia predicting the unemployment rate is likely to rise to 10 per cent by the end of the year, affecting not just local workers, but many temporary migrants whose job hunting efforts have become more challenging than ever.

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Highlights

• Migration agents encourage temporary migrants to state their visa conditions for work when applying for jobs.
• Recruiters say candidates who are open to short-term contracts and able to work remotely have higher chances of getting a job.
• Job-seeking international professionals are connecting virtually during isolation for advice and support.