Get free career advice

Talk to a career expert

The Direct Career Service is run by the Ministry of Social Development.

The Service is intended for New Zealanders who are currently unemployed or facing displacement from work, and who need advice to plan their career and find work or training.

The Direct Career Service can help with:

• making an informed career decision and a personalised career plan
• exploring training and study options
• gaining confidence
• looking for job opportunities
• writing and updating your CV, cover letters and online profiles
• preparing for job interviews.

• Connected website - find out more about the Direct Career Service

How to request a career advice session

Face to face

• Select your region on Connected.govt.nz. Check the “Free career advice” listing to find out how to book.

Phone

• Call 0800 222 733 to request a session.

Email

• Email direct_careers@msd.govt.nz to request a session.

Other career support services

Job Hunters’ Workbook

Download our free, interactive Job Hunters’ Workbook for practical tips and activities to help you get work.
It’s available online in English, Māori and Pacific languages.

• Job Hunters’ Workbook

For more career support services visit Connected.govt.nz – Careers advice, CVs and more.