For individuals Parent Pathways A new voluntary service supporting parents of young children starts 1 November. Finding a job If you're looking for a job, a career change or guidance, these programs may be able to help you. Becoming an apprentice or trainee If you're considering becoming an apprentice or trainee, this information and support can help you understand what's involved. Finding regional jobs These programs and initiatives can help you to find jobs in regional or rural Australia. Career options for 45 years and older If you're 45 years or over, discover these programs and support initiatives that can assist on your job path. Job opportunities for under 25s If you're under 25 years old, these programs can help you prepare for and find a job. Help preparing for a new job Get job ready with these programs and initiatives. Support for Indigenous Australians Discover the programs and initiatives that can help you with finding a job, preparing for work and getting extra skills and experience. For businesses Hiring staff If you're looking to hire staff, discover the government services and programs you can use to help you understand what you need to do. Employing apprentices If you're thinking about employing an apprentice or trainee, find extra support through government programs that can help your decision. Financial incentives for businesses Check your eligibility for the programs and initiatives that can help you with the cost of hiring employees. Finding regional employees Find employees in regional areas with these programs and resources. Supporting staff with disability The government can help you to support employees with ill health or disability. Hiring under 25 year old staff Find the programs and incentives available so you can recruit and hire young people for your business. Hiring overseas workers or migrants If you're looking to hire overseas workers or migrants, find programs and resources to help you out. Self-employment Support for self-employment If you're starting a business, find out what support is available and connect with local services. Here's a range of support and programs the Australian Government offers to support your business development. For Net Zero Supporting worker transition through the energy system changes The Australian Government is ensuring that the regions that have powered the nation are not left behind. Regional Workforce Transition Officers Regional Workforce Transition Officers (RWTO) connect people in their region to local initiatives. Workplace rights Understand your workplace rights These resources can help you to understand your rights, entitlements and responsibilities in the workplace. Working in Australia on a visa These resources can help you understand your rights and protections while working in Australia on a visa. Governance and data Employment research Discover employment reports, data and research. International Engagement on Employment issues The Employment group informs the department's domestic policy work through multilateral engagement, conducting research and bilateral engagement. Employment services reform Information and updates on the Australian Government’s work to reform the employment services system. For employment services providers Providers If you're an Employment Services Provider, use these resources to apply for programs and to understand their requirements.
