Getting Started with Woolworths Applications
Applying for your first job can feel confusing, but this guide will walk you through it step by step.
How to Apply for Woolworths Jobs through My First Job
Woolworths is one of Australia’s biggest first job employers. This guide shows you step by step how to apply through My First Job, using a priority link that makes the process simple and clear.
We help you prepare for the application on the Woolworths site by completing your My First Job Job Fit and profile. This gives you a clear picture of your skills and achievements and helps you practice for the types of questions Woolworths will ask in the application and interview process.
Step 1: Register on My First Job
Create a My First Job account (or log in if you already have one). Once you are logged in, complete:
- Your Job Fit – this helps match you with the right jobs.
- Your My First Job profile – this includes your “About me” blurb, experience, and any achievements.
Why this matters: Even though Woolworths doesn’t need a resume for this role, building your profile helps you practice writing about your skills and can be used again for other jobs.
Step 2: Find and review the Woolworths role
Once you have completed your profile, click Browse Jobs. If you are matched to a Woolworths role, click on the job listing to read the details.
Take time to review:
- The job info
- What Woolworths is looking for
- Hours and availability
Tip: Check the Woolworths company page within the listing to learn more about the business, the perks of working there, and what skills they value. This will help you give stronger answers when you apply.
Step 3: Start your application
Click Apply now and you’ll be redirected through a priority link to complete your application directly with Woolworths.
- Note: you will need to create an account on the Woolworths careers page
Step 4: Complete the Woolworths application
You will be asked to complete:
- Personal details
- Confirm you are 15 or older
- Your availability
- Your working rights (Confirming you are legally allowed to work in Australia)
Tip: The more availability you list, the better your chances of being hired for a casual role. Woolworths values rostering flexibility, so try to include a mix of weekdays and weekends where possible. Find out more about availability here.
Step 5: Review and submit
- Check your spelling and answers.
- Submit your application.
- Save or screenshot the confirmation page.
Tip: Make sure your name is written with proper capitalisation (for example: John Smith, not john smith). This is a simple way to show attention to detail, which employers value.
Step 6: After you submit
- Keep an eye on your email for the next steps from Woolworths. A chat interview is usually sent within 5-10 minutes of applying.
- For more information and help on what to expect next, view Woolworths Application – What Happens Next.
If you need any help with this process, please reach out to us at contact@myfirstjob.au Include the subject line 'Woolworths – [Store you are applying for] – [Your Name]'
FAQs
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No. Woolworths does not require a resume for entry level roles. However, completing your My First Job profile (which creates a bonus resume) will help you practice writing about your skills and achievements and prepare you for interview questions.
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You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a Woolworths role.
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It's best to use your personal email address. School email accounts can sometimes block external messages or deactivate once you graduate. Using a personal email means you’ll continue to receive important updates about your job, even after school finishes.
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The more availability you have, the easier it is for Woolworths to roster you. This improves your chances of being hired. Aim to include both weekdays after school and evenings, as well as at least one weekend day.
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When applying for a seasonal role, list the times you will be available to work during the school holidays. If you are successful, you can then update your availability to suit your school commitments once classes return.
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Working rights mean that you are legally allowed to work in Australia. Australian citizens and permanent residents automatically have working rights. If you are on a visa, check that it allows you to work.
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You will usually receive a chat interview by email within 1 hour of applying. Keep checking your inbox and follow the instructions carefully.
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Double check spelling, grammar, and capitalisation (for example: John Smith, not john smith) before submitting. If you realise after submitting, you may need to wait until the next stage to correct or explain.
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If you need any help, email contact@myfirstjob.au. Use the subject line “Woolworths – [Store you are applying for] – [Your Name]” so we can support you quickly.
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