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Resumes and Cover Letters

Australian resumes and cover letters have specific formatting expectations that differ from many other countries. Our comprehensive guides help international students create job applications that get noticed by Australian recruiters and hiring managers.

Learn the Australian resume format, understand whether to use one-page or two-page resumes, and discover what recruiters in different industries actually prefer. We provide templates and examples for retail positions, warehouse and factory jobs, and IT/tech roles specifically tailored for international students without extensive local experience.

Our guides explain how to write compelling cover letters for casual jobs, list overseas degrees and experience effectively, and avoid common mistakes that international students make on Australian resumes. Learn powerful verbs and phrases that impress recruiters, and master the skill of tailoring your resume to different jobs in under 10 minutes.

We include real examples of good and bad resumes and cover letters, show you how to present your international education and work history positively, and provide a printable checklist to ensure your applications are complete and professional.

Stop sending generic resumes. Create Australian-style applications that showcase your skills and open doors to interviews.

How to Tailor Your Resume for Different Jobs in Australia in 10 Minutes

November 29, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
How to Tailor Your Resume for Different Jobs in Australia in 10 Minutes

Need to tailor your resume quickly? Real 10 minute guide from a Melbourne student.

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Power Verbs and Phrases for Australian Resumes to Impress Recruiters

December 1, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Power Verbs and Phrases for Australian Resumes to Impress Recruiters

Want to impress recruiters? Real guide on power verbs and phrases from a Melbourne student.

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How to List Overseas Degrees and Experience on an Australian Resume

December 1, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
How to List Overseas Degrees and Experience on an Australian Resume

Have overseas qualifications? Real guide on how to list them from a Melbourne student.

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Resume Checklist for Australian Job Applications: Printable Guide

December 1, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Resume Checklist for Australian Job Applications Printable Guide

Need a resume checklist? Real printable checklist from a Melbourne student.

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Real Examples of Good and Bad Cover Letters for Australian Employers

December 1, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Real Examples of Good and Bad Cover Letters for Australian Employers

Need cover letter examples? Real good and bad examples from a Melbourne student.

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Australian Style Resume Guide for International Students: Format and Examples

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need an Australian style resume? Real guide with format and examples from a Melbourne student.

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One Page vs Two Page Resume in Australia: What Recruiters Prefer

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

One page or two page resume? Real guide on what recruiters prefer from a Melbourne student.

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How to Write a Retail Resume for Australian Jobs with No Local Experience

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need a retail resume but no local experience? Real guide from a Melbourne student who’s done it.

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Sample Resume for Warehouse and Factory Jobs in Australia for Students

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need a warehouse resume? Real sample and guide from a Melbourne student.

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Strong Resume Template for IT and Tech Jobs in Australia for Graduates

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need an IT resume template? Real template and guide from a Melbourne student.

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How to Write a Cover Letter for Casual Jobs in Australia: Step by Step

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need a cover letter for casual jobs? Real step by step guide from a Melbourne student.

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Common Resume Mistakes International Students Make in Australia

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Making resume mistakes? Real guide on what to avoid from a Melbourne student who’s seen them all.

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