1) You can only work in Australia if you hold an Australian Student Visa or Subclass 500.

2) You can only begin to work when the teaching of your course has officially started.

3) The third condition is that your primary priority should be your academics, and you should be fully committed towards it.

4) You have the option to choose between two categories of jobs:

1. On-Campus
2. Off-Campus

1)As an international student, you can work for a maximum number of 48 hours per fortnight while your classes are in session.

Note: One fortnight is a period of 14 days beginning with any given day.

2)International students can work unlimited hours on vacations.

3) Although there is an exception for students who are enrolled in master’s by research or doctoral programs. They can work for unlimited hours while taking their classes.

Note: There are certain conditions under which you can exceed the 48-hour work limit.

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1) As an international student, you have the right to minimum wage in your area of employment. The list of minimum wages for various employment can be found on the following site: Fair Work Ombudsman Website.

2) You have the right to a safe and healthy workplace that does not pose any kind of danger to your health.

3) Your employer and co-workers cannot discriminate against you based on race, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability or religion.

4) You have the right to stand against bullying or any kind of sexual harassment act towards you.

5) You have the right to file an application against unfair dismissal with the Fair Work Commission within 21 days.

6) You must be issued a payslip within one working day of getting paid, as it keeps the record of your earnings as well as taxation.

7) Your employer must have insurance for you in case you get sick or hurt while working.

Note: For any updates on part-time work rights as an international student, you can visit the government site known as Study Australia.

1. Are international students allowed to work part-time in Australia?

Yes, international students can definitely work in Australia, but they have to have access to an Australian Student Visa (subclass 500 visa) among all visa requirements.

2. When can I begin working after arriving in Australia?

You are not allowed to begin work until after your course of study has started, as indicated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) document. Work before this time is not permitted.

3. What does "48 hours per fortnight" mean?

A fortnight is basically any period of 14 days, commencing on any day of the week. You have to ensure that your average working hours per fortnight do not exceed 48 hours at any given time.

4. Are there any students who can work unlimited hours during their study periods?

Yes, students undertaking master's by research or doctoral courses or PhD can work unlimited hours if they start their course of study.

5. Do I qualify for minimum wage as an international student?

International students do have the same minimum wage rights as Australian employees. Minimum wage rates are determined by the Fair Work Ombudsman and differ based on job and age.