Upcoming dates:
- Thursday 28 August: 12PM – 5PM AEST
- Thursday 25 September: 12PM – 5PM AEST
- Thursday 30 October: 12PM – 5PM AEST
- Thursday 27 November: 12PM – 5PM AEST
- Thursday 11 December: 12PM – 5PM AEST
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If you’re an international student working in Victoria and facing challenges at work, our free legal advice clinics can help. These drop-in sessions are run monthly at the Study Melbourne Hub and offer confidential, one-on-one legal advice tailored to your workplace issue. Each session last up to 60 minutes total.
What the clinic offers:
You’ll speak with a qualified employment lawyer who can help you understand:
- Whether your pay and conditions are fair
- What to do if you’ve been dismissed unfairly
- How to handle workplace bullying or harassment
- What your contract means for your rights
Who can access this service?
This service is for international students in Victoria who are currently dealing with a workplace issue. It’s not for general career advice, migration support, or other non-work matters, but we can refer you to the right place if needed.
How to attend:
- Just drop in – no booking needed
- First come, first served
- Bring all relevant documents (e.g. contracts, payslips, messages from employer)
- Complete a short form on arrival
- Interpreters can be arranged
Location:
Study Melbourne Hub, 17 Hardware Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
Clinics run monthly – ask Study Melbourne or check this page for dates
About Work Ready:
This program supports international students to understand their rights and navigate the Australian job market with confidence. By providing legal advice and early support, Work Ready helps students make informed decisions and avoid workplace exploitation. Supported by Study Melbourne.
