Paid part-time or casual work not relevant to my degree
If you are looking for part-time or casual work to keep your bank account healthy while you study, these positions are now advertised on MyCareerPlan jobs database.
Positions such as bar, shop, hotel, domestic, telemarketing, and administration that do not require any previous knowledge or training are covered in this category.
Before starting any type of work in a company or organisation it's a good idea to clarify any concerns with the employer. This may help prevent problems or misunderstandings during your employment.
You will need to be aware of time management when you undertake any part-time or casual positions which could impact on your study workload. Managing your time and workload provides information to help you in managing your study and working commitments.
It is expected that any casual work will be dealt with in the same way as full employment, that is, in accordance with the conditions imposed by the Australian Taxation Office, Superannuation, Immigration Department, relevant state and federal industrial awards and Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
The following websites will help you find out more about your work rights and provide assistance with employment issues:
- SafeWork SA – For all sorts of useful information and help with industrial relations matters, workers rights, awards and enterprise agreements, etc.
- WageNet – For information about industrial awards, wages, conditions of employment and more.
- The Equal Opportunity Commission of South Australia
- Office of the Employee Ombudsman – Responsible for South Australian workplace relations laws, assists if you feel you are being treated unfairly at work.
- Workplace Ombudsman - This organisation has national responsibility for Federal workplace relations laws.
- SA Unions – The Young Workers Legal Service, for assistance in employment issues for under 30s.
- Workplace Authority - this organisation exists to help people to interpret and understand their workplace agreement.
International students are particularly advised to seek information on employment from:
- StudyAdelaide – A useful resource for international students.
- Department of Immigration and Citizenship – For information about work visas and other important information for international students.