Australia Careers

When a sprinter is crossing the line first to claim Olympic gold or a League player is converting the winning try – the last thing on their minds is what career they will pursue once their sporting prowess fades and the next generation steps in.

For "show me the money" career inspiration, check out our list of 7 of the best-paying jobs in Australia right now plus what study path it takes to get there!

Fitness is a booming industry with a bunch of career options; it's not all about personal training. It's also a great industry for those who want to be their own boss, love social media marketing and don't mind a freebie or two!

Always wanted to be a professional writer? From copywriting to screenwriting, we list 10 day-jobs for the modern wordsmith.

Kurt Fearnley, who was recently interviewed on the Career FAQs site, has won the Gold medal in a close finish in the wheelchair marathon.

Many of the one million Australians living and working overseas are professionals who have packed up their extensive skills and taken them abroad gaining invaluable career and life experience.

International Volunteer Day celebrates one of the most honourable jobs in the world – being a volunteer.

Nicki Bloom, playwright and Artistic Director of production company nowyesnow, is the 2008 recipient of the prestigious Patrick White Playwrights’ Award.

Bushfire season is upon us. Your help and the support of the community are needed to ensure the firies can successfully battle through one of the toughest times of the year.

Christmas is the season of giving and what better gift to give than your time! We've put together a list of volunteer ideas, from gift wrapping to becoming a digital mentor, to get you in the warm and fuzzy Christmas spirit.

\'Every now and again when players are misbehaving, or the match is particularly close or tense for some reason, I feel some pressure, but I don\'t think it\'s any different to any other job, I just have to deal with it.\'

Being cooped up in an office all day isn’t for everyone. But it’s the only way to pay the bills, right? Wrong. For all you active and outdoorsy folk, there are plenty of jobs that’ll get you out and about and away from cubicle culture.

Success and its people come in many different shapes and sizes, but what are the common traits that they all share. Is it that successful people put in the extra hours? Do they have a better routine? Or is it just a case of luck ...

If you could work for any company, which one would it be, and why?

Completing an online degree or course can land you some of the best paying salary gigs in Australia. We've rounded up 7 jobs that you can study for online to get paid the big bucks!

In recent years, social media has been revolutionising the way people find jobs. Social media is now becoming a job in itself, with many people turning their blog or website into a viable moneymaker.

Airbnb started out as a blow-up mattress on the floor, Facebook started up in a college dorm room and Google was born in a garage. We put a spotlight on the wonderful world of start-ups, and show you how to kick-start your own entrepreneurial dream.

Studying law offers you the chance to develop a wide range of skills and explore different aspects of human life, businesses, and society. Here are a few more reasons why studying law in Australia is an excellent choice.

There are extreme jobs, then there are SERIOUSLY extreme jobs! Give your career the adrenaline rush it craves and take a peek inside at some of the world's most exciting, dangerous and extreme jobs.

Dog surf instructor, professional cuddler, fortune cookies writer - read all about these and other weird and interesting jobs. How surprised will you be by what's inside ....

Ever wondered about the career you would have had if life hadn\'t gotten in the way? Answer these 10 simple questions to find out which celebrity career you were destined for.

Doesn't matter where you're at in your career journey, these quotes from some of the world's most successful and wise people will give you the inspiration and motivation to power your career.

Before they were famous Harrison Ford worked as a carpenter, Vera Wang was an ice skater, Martha Stewart worked on Wall St and the Pope was a bouncer! See what other celebrity career changes will surprise you

Are you one of those people who’s always known what you want to do when you grow up – like become a doctor, policeman or vet?

To celebrate Children’s Week, we find out what the Career FAQs team dreamed of becoming when they were were youngsters with skinned knees and bigs dreams.

The turmoil on Wall Street has heavily impacted mortgage repayments and petrol prices, and now the financial crisis is hitting Australian employment. The economic slowdown is expected to put pressure on the jobs market with the Reserve Bank predicting a j

It’s the day that gets Australian workers out of the office and into the pub. No, not Friday, it’s Melbourne Cup Day.

‘I am passionate about teaching people not so much how to cook but how to eat, how to plan a menu for the week, how to stock up their pantry, how to use seasonal produce.\'

Work in your PJs, skip the commute, set your own hours. From social media management to software development, landing a work from home job is easier than you think.

Read about Renee's career change and inspirational work helping her community as part of First Impressions Clothing Exchange - an initiative by women, for women to help put together a look that'll get them the job!

The career path you take doesn't have to be a generic one. There are some crazy careers out there. How does getting paid to sleep, steal, play video games or taste ice cream sound?

As you wake on Christmas Day, spare a thought for those who have to work this Festivus. Here are some stories from those who get in uniform on Christmas Day, and why they’re happy to do it.

Don\'t wait for redundancy, think about starting your own business now!

Here are some tips on creating a killer showreel.

Got a big idea and want to turn it into a reality? Are you a natural leader and self-starter? Do you hate the idea of working below someone else? Then you're just the type of person who needs to be their own boss!

Whether you’re happy in your job or are itching for new opportunities, signing up to LinkedIn and exploring its features can open up many opportunities for your career down the track.

Regional cities are booming with job opportunities ripe for the picking. Is regional Australia where it’s at?

Do you feel professionally stale and unmotivated, like you’re going nowhere? Sounds like you’re in a rut – see what Jo has to say about getting your career mojo back.

We can often find life advice in the most unconventional of places. Vivien goes digging around the jaw-breaking gaming phenomenon, Candy Crush, to find some hidden career lesson gems (hard rock candied gems, to be precise).

There are plenty of jobs out there that will literally take you places. To mark World Tourist Day, we highlight some careers that can make you the ultimate professional world traveller.

Are you satisfied with your career? What\'s holding you back? In our latest guest post, author Maria Simonelli helps you discover your career \'sweet spot\'.

Employers are starting to feel the vicious bite of the global financial crisis and many are cutting back on costs and staff. Don\'t panic, but do prepare yourself so you\'re not the first to go if your company decides to downsize.

If you are fascinated by all things gastronomic, then you can’t miss this weekend’s Good Food & Wine Show at Sydney’s Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Educating the minds of tomorrow. It’s a big responsibility, it's also one of the most rewarding careers and an industry that's on the rise. Not convinced? Here are five reasons why you should think about kickstarting your teaching career

Public relations pros love what they do. It's an exciting and rewarding industry and whether you like to write, pitch, research or strategise there's a role for you. We take a look at the different areas of PR, most popular jobs, income guides and the best courses to take for a carer in public relations.

Dread Mondays? Don’t know where to go and what to do next? A career coach or counsellor can help you find purpose in life. In this quick read, understand the difference between a career coach and a career counsellor.

Looking for a job to get you out from behind the desk? From interior design to social work, here are some of the best careers to get you out of the office.

The key to finding a career that will weather all manner of economic hurricanes, is to find a job that will stand strong despite the economic downturn caused by the 2008 world financial crisis.

Valuable soft skills like leadership, good communication, problem solving and positivity are increasingly becoming in demand. Learn how these skills can have a strong impact on your career and pay cheque.

Want to ask your boss for flexible hours but don’t know how? Here are some tips on how to broach the topic from career advisor Jo Messer.

Mortgage stress, rent increases, fuel costs and rising food prices mean Australia is experiencing a moonlighting boom as we sign on to more than one gig to supplement our income.

Research shows that people who have had a mentor are more likely to perform better at work, get promoted and be more satisfied overall in their job and career.

So you’re underpaid, underappreciated, and you’re just not going to take it anymore! Career advisor Jo Messer is here to dish out some tough love.

The holidays are over. The year looms ahead. The January blues a weight around your neck. Get your spring back and plan your annual leave smart. Find out here how to get the maximum holiday for the minimum annual leave.

Universities have expressed serious concern over the NSW government’s proposed new HSC benchmarks for teachers.

A few years back, a Commonwealth public servant was caught faking lung cancer in order to get out of work.

Looking back on her brush with the boss from hell, Josie reflects on what she learned from the experience.

Does the thought of speaking in public get you quivering in fear? Jo has some practical tips for how to overcome your jitters.

When looking to fill vacant positions, businesses want to hire the best possible candidate. Often this means that people with disability are overlooked in favour of those who may appear to be more fit and able.

Do you feel like you\'ve hit a bit of a wall in your career and want to advance but don\'t know how? Here are some tried and tested tips to get you on your way.

Perhaps the global financial crisis is the catalyst you need to get your career into peak performance.

Are you fighting fit and achieving your goals, or have you lapsed into professional complacency? Whether you’re on the starting blocks of your career or already well on your way, these helpful tips will ensure you’re on track for professional success.

YouTube is great for screaming goats, but can there be some career gems among the Jimmy Fallon skits and X Factor clips? Here are the top 10 career lessons from YouTube for your viewing pleasure.

Don’t throw away your twenties, hoping that stuff will work itself out. Claim this defining decade of your life and set your career up for later life!

Dreading going in to work the next day? Feeling tired and burnt out? How to recognise the signs that it\'s time for a career change.

These are exciting times here at Career FAQs! We’ve just launched our new website, re-designed to make it easier than ever to find course and career information. Take a tour through our new site and discover all the additional features and improvements.

Your 30s are a great time to invest in yourself so you can continue to reap the rewards later on in your career. Here are 8 career goals to kick when you\'re in your thirties.

Smash it in the \'rush hour of life\' with these 8 career goals to tick off in your 40s!

If you find yourself dreading the sound of the alarm, dragging yourself into work and wishing your day (and life) away, it might be time to think about changing jobs – and maybe even totally transforming your career.

Whether they are arranging roses or dreaming up prose to go inside gift cards, there exists an entire industry or workers dedicated to making Valentine\'s Day as romantic as possible for starry-eyed lovers.

Online networking is the new-age way to maintain contact with friends, find dates and while away the hours. Now ‘Generation Facebook’ is beginning to use it as a means of finding not just a real job, but an unreal job.

It’s not often that a single person can transform an entire industry and alter history.

What do Stephen King, Mick Jagger and Giorgio Armani have in common? They each made a transformational career change. Is it time for you to do the same? Here are 5 telltale signs

Making the switch from traditional to digital marketing might seem confusing, but actually, it’s super easy! Find out how you can take your marketing career digital

There are many lessons – good and bad – that we can take from the rich and the famous, including a wholesome reminder that success doesn\'t always come easy.

There are plenty of jet-setting jobs out there to choose from – so if travel is your passion, why not make it your profession as well! See what benefits living abroad can have on your professional and personal life.

To make sure you get off on the right foot this year, we take a look at some work-related New Year’s resolutions that will see you catapulting your way to happiness, health and success.

Saying yes too often at work can really hurt your career growth. With an endless to-do list, sky-high stress levels and colleagues that seem to treat you like a doormat you might be wondering: “Do I say "yes" too much?”

Dreaming of a career change? Don't know what you want to do? Or you have a cunning career plan already? Whatever your situation, a career coach can help. In this article, find out what exactly a career coach can do for you.

Career coaches can be a great help in your career; they can help you maximise your potential and opportunities and help you navigate challenges and obstacles smoothly. Find out more about how a career coach could help you.

Where are you right now in your career? Are you a career shifter or career starter? Our Career Personas will help you define where you are on your career path and the next step to take!

Do you know exactly the career you want and how you're going to get there? No. You're not alone. In this article, we explore how a career counsellor can help you find a new focus to pursue a career you will love.

Armed with just a microwave, a trusty old sandwich press, and a whole lotta ingenuity, we’ve created 5 super easy lunch ideas in the Career FAQs kitchen that’ll get your stomach from Monday to Friday!

\'The adage out of sight, out of mind certainly holds true in the workplace.\' Climbing the career ladder can be a downright unfair pursuit.

With your support, we now have over 500,000 people reading our newsletter each month, which is jam-packed with career advice, study tips and job trends. These were some of your favourite articles over the last year.

Do you feel like you’ve fluked your way through your career? Turns out you may not be alone. Find out more.

Emotional intelligence is crucial for building successful relationships, both in the office and out. Multiple studies have shown that a high level of emotional intelligence can really pay off in your career. Here are 5 tips to improve your EQ.

\'Love what you do, don\'t do what you love\' is the motto of Ben Chestnut, CEO and co-founder of MailChimp.com. Watch Chestnut discuss his success and tips for a creative workplace in this talk for CreativeMornings.

It\'s a direwolf-eat-direwolf world out there. Could the oft-bloodthirsty politics of the leaders of Westeros hold the key to getting ahead?

Stress is no fun at all, and when it starts to build up in the workplace it can influence all areas of your life.  Find out how to manage stress at work right here.

Avoiding a case of the munchies in the office is critical to your work performance. But not all food is created equal. Here are our tips for making it through 3:30itis.

Social media. A proactive tool for personal branding or a one way ticket to self-destruction? Our writers go head-to-head.

Sitting on your gluteus maximus all day in the office can be hard work and even harder on your health. We road test some desk exercises to help you counteract the dangers of prolonged inactivity.