Working in Australia from Malaysia on a Student (subclass 500)

Joaquín’s 408 PALM application was approved in Manila on a Wednesday. By the following Monday he’d been matched with a Mareeba mango farm and was packing for the wet season.

If you’re in Malaysia and you’ve got — or are about to get — a Student (subclass 500), this page tells you exactly what work rights you have, what kind of jobs are open to you in Australia right now, and how to start applying before you fly.

Live Student (subclass 500) jobs you can apply for from Malaysia

• Bakery Apprentice — Margaret River, WA
• Front of House Staff — Mackay, QLD
• Cellar Door Sales — Margaret River, WA
• Hotel Concierge — Busselton, WA
• Surf Instructor — Busselton, WA
• Warehouse Picker — Bunbury, WA
• Restaurant Server — Margaret River, WA
• Catering Officer — Longreach, QLD

FAQ for applicants from Malaysia

• Can I apply from Malaysia? Yes — applicants in Malaysia can lodge for the Student (subclass 500) before arriving.
• Where do I see live jobs? The list below pulls only roles open to Student (subclass 500) holders.