Any helpful information about work opportunities in Australia/ NZ ??
I am planning to travel across the waters to Australia and New Zealand in the new year, partly to TRAVEL but also to hopefully gain some priceless experince working abroad in Sport Science support.
I am planning on writing to State intitutes and Sports teams and inquring about the possibility of a 3-6month work opportunity / experience.
Does anyone have any helpful advice to help me achieve my aspiration, and help build that CV of experience.
Thanks
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Rob Robson
Co-founder, iStadia.com
If you're looking for paid work in your field, that may be tricky unless there's a specific demand for your skills. Even then, jobs normally have to be advertised to local people before employers can go abroad. Most of these jobs are manual, like chefs, mechanics etc. Volunteering to gain experience is something quite different, and it may be dealt with differently. On a visitors visa you can't work, but I'm not sure about volunteering.
There's lots of info at http://www.australia.gov.au/, and Australia House in London will be able to advise you on your particular case (I would call rather than write).
Keep us updated - I'm sure others (including me) have considered this as well. I spent a year in Australia a while back and it's a great experience if you get the opportunity.
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Rob Robson
Co-founder, iStadia.com