Graduate Work Rights

Career Pathways

Build your graduate career in Adelaide.

Whether you’re looking to take on postgraduate education or embark on a successful professional path, there are many opportunities for you to build your career in Adelaide.

Graduate Visa Options
Finding a Graduate Program/ Internship

Graduate Visa Options

If you choose to stay in Adelaide after graduating, you may need to get a new visa. Some of the visa options that may be available to you include:

Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
General Skilled Migration Visa
Sponsored or Nominated Work Visa

Find out more about migration pathways for South Australian graduates.

Finding a Graduate Program/ Internship

Many large organisations and government departments in South Australia offer graduate programs to recent graduates. These programs can offer you employment after you complete your degree. Graduate programs are a way for you to start your professional career in a supportive environment with an emphasis on on-the-job training and mentoring.

Many programs will offer you the chance to work in several different roles, giving you a ‘taste’ of the various opportunities available in your industry. There are many places where you can look for graduate programs, including: