About us

Helping every school leaver find their direction.

We built RooKi because starting your career shouldn't depend on who you know or where you went to school.

Mission

Career clarity for every Australian school leaver.

RooKi exists to close the gap between finishing school and starting a real career. We give Australian students the tools, guidance and connections they need to take their first step, free always.

The problem

Too many school leavers don't know where to start.

Career advisors are stretched thin. Recruitment agencies charge thousands. Job boards weren't built for people with no work history. School leavers are left guessing, and too many end up in the wrong role, or no role at all.

Founder story

Built from lived experience.

RooKi came from seeing just how many students are left trying to figure out what comes next after school.

Over the years, Prudence was often asked to help with resumes, job applications, interviews and career decisions. Parents were asking for advice for their children, students were asking for help, and it became clear that there was a real need for somewhere they could go to get practical help and explore their options.

As a mum of two daughters, Prudence has also seen first hand that there is no single path to a successful career. What works for one student won't necessarily work for another.

RooKi was created to give students a place to start. A place to discover what suits them, explore different career and study options, build the skills they need and take their next step with confidence.

Team

A small team with a big mission.

We're based in Australia and building for Australian school leavers first.

Product & Engineering

Building the technology behind RooKi, from the career assessment, resume builder powered by AI and student profiles to the tools that connect students, employers and training providers.

Employer Partnerships

Working with employers to create genuine opportunities for students and help businesses connect with the next generation of talent.

Training & Education

Working with TAFEs, RTOs, universities and other education providers to help students discover courses and training pathways that could be right for them.

Values

What we stand for.

Free for students. Always.

Discover careers, build your resume, complete your career assessment, apply for jobs and explore training opportunities, all completely free.

Designed for school leavers

RooKi was created specifically for people starting their careers. Whether you're finishing school, looking for an apprenticeship, exploring further study or searching for your first job, RooKi helps you take the next step with confidence.

Verified employers. Genuine opportunities.

Only verified employers can advertise on RooKi: every employer verifies their business (ABN) before they can post, so you can be confident a listing comes from a real organisation.

Your career starts here, and grows with you.

Your RooKi profile evolves as you gain experience, complete qualifications and achieve new milestones, creating a living career profile you can use throughout your working life.

Your career starts here.

It only takes a few minutes to discover careers matched to your strengths, interests and personality. Join a growing community of Australian students preparing for their future careers. Always free.