What are the Job Opportunities After IELTS?

International English Language Testing System is a high profile English Test that is conducted in order to check the proficiency of migrants in the English language. Even in order to assess your capability in your own country or to learn a new foreign language, an IELTS test can be taken. It opens up a wide range of job opportunities in our own country or any foreign English-speaking country.

This article will particularly focus on the diverse job or work opportunities after the IELTS test. To mention here, the results of the IELTS test are accepted by universities or academic institutions, government agencies, companies and industry bodies etc.

The job sectors where probable opportunities are available are the teaching sector, engineering, law, medicine, etc. Following is the list of various nations where different job opportunities are available.

➡️ Job Opportunities In Canada

Canada becomes the first choice to migrate to, in every person’s mind as soon as the beauty and standard of living tempt them. From business to engineering or medicine to media, any and every sort of job is available. A huge need for talented and skilled workers always remains in Canada. Basically, Canada is a hub of all the migrants who are expected to contribute much to the economy of the nation.

IELTS test is a platform by which the doors to migration to Canada open. Canada is an English-speaking country and in order to migrate, you must be eligible to prove your proficiency in the English language. The IELTS test aids you in this particular desire.

Expected salary bar in Canadian provinces

The data given below shows the actual salary of the employees according to the provinces.

● Newfoundland and Labrador $55,508

● Nova Scotia $48,470

● New Brunswick $49,511

● Manitoba $49,661

● Saskatchewan $54,371

● Québec $51,735

● Ontario $55,524

● Alberta $61,865

● Prince Edward Island$45,912

● British Columbia $53,416

● Yukon $61,812

● Northwest Territories $77,670

● Nunavut $87,355

➡️ Job Opportunities In New Zealand

New Zealand invites and accepts a huge number of migrant applications in order to increase their employee power in the nation. It is one of the countries where a high number of jobs and flexibility of working hours tempts the migrants the most. The part-time working hours schedule comprises 20 hours per week.

Talking about the jobs, sectors, where jobs are available, are technical, management, public service, media, law, and others.

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PARTICULARS

WORKING HOLIDAY VISA

ESSENTIAL SKILL VISA

WORK TO

RESIDENCE VISA

SKILLED MIGRANT VISA

Duration

12 months

5 years

2.5 years

-

Application

Online

Online

Online (after 2 years

eligible to apply

for residence)

EOI and ITA

Costs (in NZD)

280

495

635

EOI- 530 Application- 2,710

Processing Time

Within 32 days

Within 64 days

Within 76 days to

4 months

Within 15 months

Eligibility

Age- 18-35 Enough money for a return ticket Visiting primarily for holiday, with getting the job a secondary intention

Proof of Identity, Good Health, Offer of Full-Time Work, Proper qualification for the work offered

Age- till 55,

Proof of Identity,

Good health

Job Offer Holding Long,

Term Skill Shortage Visa

employed in New Zealand

since 2 years

(Skills Shortage)

Age- till 55 Proof of Identity Good Health Fluency in English Proper qualification for the work offered Work experience EOI

Job

Not Required

Required

Required

Required

Accompany of Partner/Children

Not Allowed

Separate Visa Required

Separate Visa Required

Allowed

Permit to Public Services

No

Healthcare & Education

Healthcare & Education

Healthcare & Education

Websites that have part-time job listings in New Zealand:-

A relatively small population in New Zealand makes it difficult to find suitable work in New Zealand. However, a fair probability of getting a part-time job is that you should follow all the standards. Websites where you can search for part-time jobs include:

● Student Job Search,

● Trade Me Jobs

● Seek

● SJS

● Jora

● My Job Space

Websites that have full-time job listings in New Zealand

There are a variety of job portals that may come to your help while you are searching for employment opportunities in New Zealand. On these job portals, you can look for various posts, required skills, salaries per different works and potential employers based on your previous experience.

● workhere.co.nz/

● newkiwis.co.nz/

● seek.co.nz/

● trademe.co.nz/jobs

● applydirect.co.nz/

● getaflex.co.nz/

● hays.net.nz/

● haystack.jobs/job-board/

● jobgurus.co.nz/

● jobify.co.nz/

Top Recruiters in New Zealand

International students coming to New Zealand for higher studies grab the best job in the industry right after graduating in the fields of technology, banking, law, management, media, sales, engineering and other top professions. The top recruiter of New Zealand hiring international students are as follows:-

Datacom Group

Technology

PwC

Accounting & Advisory

Orion Health

Technology

ANZ

Banking and Financial Services

Fletcher Building

Construction and Property Services

Beca

Engineering Consulting

Gallagher Group

Technology

NDA Group

Technology

Douglas Pharmaceuticals

Technology

Powerco

Mining, Energy, Oil and Gas

Accenture

Management Consulting

Tait Communications

Technology

Ministry of Education

Public Service and Utilities

Fonterra

Retail, Sales and Consumer Goods

Microsoft

Technology

Temperzone Group

Technology

Magic Memories

Technology

Xero

Technology

Fisher & Paykel

R&D and Manufacturing

Air New Zealand

Transport and Logistics

Clemenger Group

Media and Communications

Magic Memories

Technology

Chapman Tripp

Law

➡️ Job Opportunities In Australia

Australia ranks fifth among top countries with the highest average income. Hence, a large number of international students are pursuing Business, Management, and STEM fields due to their job prospects and higher potential salaries.

● Based on surveys conducted, listed below are a few starting salaries of jobs related to the popular fields of study.

Human Resource

51,000 to 90,000

Business Manager

65,000

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

92,482

Engineering

60,100

Health Care and Social Assistance

84,183

Humanities and Social Sciences

50,000

Work Options in Australia: International Students

Some of the industries have flexible hours and a large number of opportunities for international students. These include:

● Retail - including supermarkets and department stores

● Hospitality - restaurants and delivery services

● Farming and fruit-picking (seasonal work)

● Services – childcare and aged care

● Teaching

Finding Jobs in Australia

Ways for international students to look for part-time work or full-time employment include:

● Asking friends or colleagues

● Searching on job websites

● Notice boards in the college or university.

● Professional recruitment groups.

● Alumni groups at the institution.

● Freelance work by asking students with prior experience in fields like writing, designing, etc.

● Volunteering work at several NGOs to help in various works. International students can apply for various volunteers.

Top Companies recruiting International Students (Glassdoor.com):

AECOM

Mathematics, IT and Computer Sciences, Property and Built Environment

89,329 - 101,346

PwC

Accountancy and Advisory, Banking and Financial Services, Consulting, IT and Communications

53,217 - 78,652

EY

Accountancy and Advisory, Banking and Financial Services, Consulting, IT and Communications

52,425 - 62,327

KPMG

Accountancy and Advisory, Consulting

77,170 - 120,000

Google Australia

Engineering, R&D and Manufacturing, IT and Communications

52,000 - 178,000

Herbert Smith Freehills

Law

57,000 - 182,000

Allen

Law and Legal Studies

82,482 - 101,406

ResMed

Engineering, R&D and Manufacturing

69,000 - 120,000

Goldman Sachs

Banking and Financial Services

55,000 - 171,000

➡️ Job Opportunities In India

India stands at second position in terms of population in the whole world. The higher the population is, so is the demand. Many Indian students or people desire to migrate to other foreign countries. That is why, they pursue the IELTS exam, in order to study or work or migrate to other countries.

There are many jobs which are available in India which can be taken after the IELTS exam. These jobs can be categorized as follows:-

▶️ IELTS Academy

In India, as the demand for IELTS invigilators, IELTS examiners, IELTS trainers is high, so one can think of establishing an IELTS academy in order to work or pursue a job in the particular sector.

Also there are many foreign embassies in which a job can be taken and the expected salaries are also higher in this sector.

▶️ Digital Marketer & Content Writer

Another sector where jobs can be pursued in India after the IELTS exam is the sector of digital marketing and content writing. The sector basically demands a lot of knowledge on the conduction of the IELTS exam, IELTS Exam Format, mock tests conduction, and any content related to the IELTS exam.

▶️ Tips to find a job

Finding a job is not a cup of tea. It requires your patience and your sweat to sustain in one particular job. However, having a job makes your life smooth and stable. Now you know the various opportunities by which you can find a job in the above-mentioned countries after the IELTS exam. Some tips will be discussed to help you in finding the job.

✔️ Research

● First of all, it is essential that you should research jobs as per your area of interest.

● Research about the potential employers in your dream country.

● Research for your expected salaries and the part-time or full-time availability of the jobs as per your requirement.

✔️ Build a CV

As we all know, the first impression is the last impression. So in case, if you are looking for a job the first impression is left by your CV (Curriculum vitae). Some of the things to remember before building a CV are:-

● Do not fake it. Write all of your true achievements and your true personality should be reflected from your CV.

● Mention every detail in brief and do not forget to mention about your qualifications in detail.

● Choose the attractive templates of CV from the different websites or you can also download a resume builder for the structure of the CV.

✔️ Make connections

Another important tip which is highly recommended to the person who is looking for a job is to make connections. Connection building is one of the important aspects of looking for a job.

What are connections?

Connections are basically links that provide you with the path to follow your dream full stop. For example, if you are looking for a job in the management sector, connections can be built with the different business persons for the managers of big companies.

✔️ Prepare for the interview

Not a tip but a necessity that you must prepare for the interview before you are appearing for it.

✔️ Tips to remember

● Picture of your body language. Groom yourself personally and be in your good looks.

● Carry your CV along with you as it is an essential requirement before appearing for an interview.

● Prepare for a good and effective introduction beforehand and practice it many times.

● Remember that what you are speaking should match with what you have written in your CV.

IELTS is an international exam that opens up many opportunities and as it is known that IELTS scores are valid for 2 years, so it leaves you with enough time to utilize and to look out for your area of interest. I hope that the above-mentioned information gives you an idea of available jobs, prospective employers and salary bars of different nations abroad.

Dr. Roma

Content Writer