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  • This free quiz will help you discover the Australian industries and careers that are right for you. This quiz is unique because the results will tell you about real Australian companies that you could work for. Here at Explore Careers, we have partnered with hundreds of Australian employers to help high school students learn what job suits them. Click the start quiz button above and learn what job you should have.

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  • The Skillsroad Career Quiz is a self-assessment tool that will help identify key personal skillsets and helps you understand your work values in order to help you find careers best for you.

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  • The best way to find a career you crush on is to study something you love. Take this 5-minute quiz to reveal how your crush persona can help you get your dream job.

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Big Ideas,
Real Impact.

Activities and resources to support students’ career learning

Help your students expand their horizons and develop the skills and knowledge they’ll need to succeed in whatever career path they pursue.

Our new infographics for primary and secondary school educators suggest classroom activities and related resources aligned with the DOTS Model of Career Development (Law & Watts, 1977).

Secondary students

Term 1: Self-awareness  

Term 2: Opportunity awareness 

Term 3: Decision-making 

Term 4: Transition 

Starting Work

Explore options to gain work experience, earn while you learn, and kick-start your career while still in school or after you leave. Whether you’re looking for part-time, full-time or casual work, there are many ways to get started - including apprenticeships, traineeships, and volunteering opportunities.

Ways to Gain Experience

Employers value real-world experience — and there are plenty of ways to gain it outside of paid work.

Get experience through:

  • Work experience and structured workplace learning

  • Volunteering with local councils or community organisations

  • Participating in community groups or events

Discover Different Industries

Apprenticeships & Traineeships

Continue learning after school while earning an income. Apprenticeships and Traineeships combine work and formal training to build your skills in a practical, real-world environment.

Explore your options:

  • Learn on the job while being paid

  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification

  • Pathways into full-time careers in a variety of industries

Information & resources:

How to apply for work

Resume, Cover Letter and Interviewing

To apply for a job, you’ll need a resume and cover letter. There are free tools and templates available to help you get started. Once you have created these and customised them to the role and company you’re looking to apply for, search job listings, look up job hunting tips, and learn how to network to find opportunities.

  • The world of work is changing fast. These resources explore emerging careers and skills that will shape the future job market.

    Explore future trends:

  • Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a growing role in how people apply for and get jobs. From resume screening to video interviews, AI tools are used by most large employers to make recruitment faster and more data driven. For students and jobseekers, understanding how these systems work can improve your chances of success in the modern job market.  

    Benefits and challenges  

    AI brings both advantages and challenges for job seekers. The technology speeds up hiring, reduces bias in screening and allows candidates to apply from anywhere in the world. But it also creates competition, with tools that let applicants send many applications in minutes, employers now receive hundreds of submissions per role. AI’s objectivity can also miss elements such as creativity or personality, making authentic and targeted applications even more important.  


    Practical tips for you  

    • Use specific keywords from the job ad description so your resume aligns with AI Application tracking system filters.  

    • Save resumes in simple formats (like Word or PDF) and avoid images or tables that may confuse ATS software.  

    • Practice with video interview applications with video recording features to grow comfortable speaking to a camera.  

    • Focus on soft skills, such as communication, body language, teamwork and adaptability, which employers increasingly assess through AI supported video tools.  

    • While AI tools can be helpful, over-reliance on them may raise concerns for some employers, especially if your application lacks a personal touch or sounds overly generic. Applications generated primarily by AI often fail to stand out, making it harder for employers to differentiate one candidate from another. 

    Looking ahead 

    The role of AI in recruitment will likely continue to expand. Experts suggest that AI will not replace human decision making but rather support it by handling repetitive tasks and helping recruiters focus on people rather than paperwork. For students, preparing for future careers, learning how these tools work can give you confidence and a practical edge in a changing job market.  

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