My first job

Generally, you will need to be at least 15 years of age to apply for employment with Coles. For some brands, other minimum age requirements apply. For example, for Coles Services, you will generally need to be at least 16 years of age to apply for employment.

For Liquor and distribution jobs, you will need to be at least 18 years of age. Minimum age requirements differ by state and territory. For more information, refer to the Minimum working age - Fair Work Ombudsman website.

You will be required to provide your date of birth, which will be verified as part of the recruitment process. In some cases, we may need your parent or guardian's written permission to allow you to start working with us. 
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Yes, all team members who are employed must have the right to work in Australia. We will request documentation from you during the application process to demonstrate your right to work in Australia. You will need to upload original documents to your profile, which may include:

• an Australian or overseas passport; or
• an Australian birth certificate and photo ID; or
• an Australian citizenship certificate and photo ID

When submitting your Expression of Interest (EOI), you can add a preferred location to help us match you with roles near where you live or want to work. You can also explore opportunities at your local stores by using our search functionality to find jobs by distance from your current location.

On your first day, you should wear a plain black t-shirt with black pants and closed-toe black shoes while awaiting the arrival of your Coles polo. Two polos are provided, and ordering details are shared during onboarding.

We want you to feel confident when applying. Store Team Members don't need a resume, but preparing for your interview can make a big difference. Check out our Top Interview Tips and learn more about our Recruitment Process so you know what to expect.