International Student Resume Template
An Australian-format resume template for international students looking for part-time work while studying.
See the resume →International Student Cover Letter Template (Australia)
For international students applying for part-time or casual work while studying in Australia.
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Minh Tran
04xx xxx xxx | minh.tran@example.com | Parkville, VIC
[Date]
The Hiring Manager
XXXX Store
Melbourne, VIC
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the part-time Customer Service Assistant position at XXXX Store. I am a second-year commerce student in Melbourne, and I enjoy helping customers and working in a friendly team.
I currently work as a casual café assistant, taking orders, handling payments and serving customers during busy lunch periods. Before moving to Australia, I worked as a sales assistant in an electronics store, where I helped customers choose products and regularly met my sales goals. I speak fluent English and Vietnamese, and I am used to balancing study and work.
I hold a student visa with work rights and am available for part-time shifts during semester, with more availability during university breaks. My resume is attached, and I would be glad to come in for an interview. Thank you for considering my application.
Kind regards,
Minh Tran
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Should I mention my student visa in my cover letter?
A short line saying you have work rights and when you are available is helpful. You do not need to give your visa number or other details.
What if I have no Australian work experience?
Use experience from your home country, volunteering, university activities and study. Show you are friendly, reliable and keen to learn.
How formal should my cover letter be?
Polite and professional but simple. Clear, short sentences are better than complicated language.
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