Information on the financial incentives available to you when you employ an eligible young person can be found at: jobsearch.gov.au/employer-info/wage-subsidies
You can access a wage subsidy if:

• you have an Australian Business Number
• you have not previously received a wage subsidy for the same person
• you are not an Australian, state or territory government agency
• the position you offer is ongoing and for an average of 20 hours per week over the six months of the agreement
• the work complies with employment standards for the position (for example, is suitable work and pays the national award wage as a minimum).

Businesses who choose to take on a candidate as an apprentice may be eligible for a wage subsidy and up to an additional $4,000 through the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program. Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au for more information.