Posted on November 08 2024

Can I convert my student visa to an Australian work permit with a job in Australia?

By
Anshul Singhal
, Editor

Updated November 08 2024

Australia offers post-study work permits for students willing to work and stay after completing their studies in the country. After getting a job offer in Australia, you can apply for any post-study work permit depending on the industry and type of job offer you have received. Some common post-work permits in Australia include Temporary Graduate Visa, Temporary Skills Shortage Visa, and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa.

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Post-Study Work Permits in Australia

International students who have completed at least 2 years of degree courses in Australia and have the relevant skills to work in their respective fields are eligible to apply for post-study work permits in Australia. The following are the most common type of Post Study Work Permit in Australia:

With these visas, you can stay and work in Australia for up to 5 years. Upon eligibility, you can even apply for Australia PR.

Jobs in demand for recent graduates in Australia

The in-demand jobs in Australia for recent graduates are listed in the table below:

Occupation In-Demand	Average Annual Salary (in AUD
Medical Practitioners	150,000 - 300,000
IT Professionals	80,000 - 150,000
Engineers (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)	70,000 - 180,000
Accountants	55,000 - 120,000
Nurses	60,000 - 100,000
Dentists	100,000 - 250,000
Teachers (Primary and Secondary)	110,000 - 250,000
Construction Managers	65,000 - 100,000
Electricians	60,000 - 100,000
Plumbers	55,000 - 85,000
Chefs	55,000 - 85,000
Architects	65,000 - 130,000
Pharmacists	65,000 - 100,000
Veterinarians	60,000 - 95,000
Physiotherapists	60,000 - 90,000
Psychologists	70,000 - 110,000
Graphic Designers	50,000 - 85,000
Marketing Specialists	60,000 - 100,000
Human Resource Managers	80,000 - 150,000
Financial Analysts	70,000 - 130,000
Software Engineers	80,000 - 150,000
Data Scientists	90,000 - 160,000
Web Developers	60,000 - 110,000
Civil Engineers	70,000 - 130,000
Mechanical Engineers	70,000 - 120,000
Electrical Engineers	70,000 - 120,000
Mining Engineers	100,000 - 250,000
Agricultural Scientists	65,000 - 100,000
Biomedical Engineers	65,000 - 95,000
Environmental Scientists	65,000 - 100,000
Geologists	90,000 - 180,000
Urban and Regional Planners	70,000 - 120,000
Social Workers	60,000 - 90,000
Occupational Therapists	60,000 - 90,000
Speech Pathologists	60,000 - 90,000
Dieticians	60,000 - 85,000
Audiologists	60,000 - 90,000
Podiatrists	60,000 - 90,000
Chiropractors	60,000 - 100,000
Osteopaths	60,000 - 100,000
Optometrists	80,000 - 120,000
Dental Hygienists	60,000 - 85,000
Radiographers	65,000 - 95,000
Sonographers	70,000 - 110,000
Paramedics	60,000 - 90,000
Fire-fighters	70,000 - 100,000
Police Officers	70,000 - 100,000
Legal Professionals	70,000 - 200,000
Accountants	55,000 - 120,000
Auditors	60,000 - 110,000

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