Settlement Guide: 5 barriers for young migrants finding work

a woman searches for jobs on a computer Source: AAP

1. Low levels of English language proficiency.Image

2. Experience discrimination in looking for work and in interview and selection processes.Image

3. Lack of relevant occupational skills or evidence of past experience.

This includes limited work experience and lack of recognition of prior learning and qualifications.

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4. Limited knowledge around Australian systems, workplace culture and how to get a job.Image

5. Lack of social networks.Image

The Victorian Government’s Youth Central website contains jobs and career advice including resume writing skills and how to apply for jobs. The NSW Government’s Family and Community Services website includes youth jobs and career links. The Federal and State Government’s myfuture website is a job search portal providing advice on occupations, courses, industries and companies.