Australia Job Search Flowchart

Step-by-Step Guide for US Skilled Workers

🚀 START
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1
Define Career Goals
• What role/industry?
• Short-term contract or permanent move?
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2
Research Demand in Australia
• Check skill shortage lists (Tech, Healthcare, Engineering, Trades)
• Review salary benchmarks & location demand
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Is Your Role on the Skills Shortage List?
YES ➡️ Continue
NO ➡️ See Right
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Consider upskilling or exploring related roles
3
Check Visa Eligibility
• Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491 visas)
• Employer-Sponsored Visa (482)
• Working Holiday/Student Visa (if under 30)
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Do You Meet Visa Requirements?
YES ➡️ Continue
NO ➡️ See Right
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Explore pathways: education, certification, state/employer sponsorship
4
Prepare Job Search Tools
• Update US resume to Australian CV format
• Write tailored cover letters
• Verify credentials (degrees, licenses, certifications)
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5
Build Networks
• LinkedIn (target Australian employers & recruiters)
• Join US-Australia professional associations
• Leverage alumni or expat networks
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6
Search & Apply
• Australian job boards (Seek, Indeed AU, LinkedIn)
• Direct company websites
• Specialist recruiters in your sector
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7
Interviews
• Adjust for Australian work culture & communication
• Be ready for timezone differences (remote video calls)
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8
Job Offer
• Review contract terms (salary, superannuation, relocation)
• Confirm sponsorship/visa pathway if applicable
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9
Visa Application & Relocation
• Secure sponsorship or submit skilled migration visa
• Plan housing, banking, healthcare, tax file number (TFN)
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🇦🇺 START WORK IN AUSTRALIA