Transition to Work

To participate in Transition to Work you must be:

• Between 15-24 years old
• Either:
  • an Australian citizen, or
  • an appropriate Visa holder 

It will also depend on your individual circumstances, including whether you:

• Have a Year 12 certificate or equivalent, such as a Certificate III.
• Have been employed within the last six months.
• Are receiving an income support payment such as Youth Allowance.
• Are participating in another employment service including Workforce Australia.

Transition to Work providers can help build your skills and confidence to continue your education or get you ready to start a new job. They work with you to find the best mix of activities and services to help you achieve your goals. This may include: 

• capability development and adult life skills 
• career guidance 
• access to job-specific training, work experience and internships
• job search and interview preparation and support 
• networking with local employers 
• supporting you and your employer to help you stay in a job
• connecting with local support services, such as housing assistance or mental health support. 
   

Transition to Work providers ensure young people meet employers needs and are supported to settle into a job by:

• Providing pre-employment skills training that meets the needs of local employers and the labour market.
• Providing work experience placements or internships to see if a potential employee is suitable for the job.
• Negotiating Youth Bonus wage subsidies of up to $10,000 (GST inclusive) if you offer ongoing employment to Transition to Work job seekers.
• Providing post-placement support to make sure your new employee settles into their job.

For more information,

• Call the National Customer Service Line on 1800 805 260.
• Visit the Find a Provider page to search for your local Transition to Work Provider
• Call the Employer Hotline on 13 17 15 *. 

* Call charges apply to ‘13’ numbers from mobile phones.