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Helping your young person match subjects, talents and interests to career ideas

Finding a career for your young person is a matching game. Get tips on how to match talents, interests and strengths with career ideas.

Career exploration through work experience, expos and online research

Your young person can make their career exploration enjoyable if they use these tools.

How do I encourage my daughter to consider a STEM career?

Continuing our Q & A series – answering questions from parents about their young person's work and learning choices.

Sign up for tips to help young people with study and career decisions

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Help your young person choose a career they'll love

Continuing our Q & A series – answering questions from parents about their young person's work and learning choices.

Start tertiary or workplace learning while at school

Discover how you can combine NCEA with tertiary study and get work experience while at school.

Fishery Officer | Āpiha Hao Ika

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Fishery officers gather information on all aspects of the fishing industry and enforce fisheries laws.

Meteorologist | Matapae Huarere

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Meteorologists study the atmosphere to understand and predict weather and climate.

Energy/Carbon Auditor | Kaitātari Pūngao/Waro

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Energy/carbon auditors assess the amount of energy used and carbon produced by organisations. They also recommend ways to increase energy efficiency.

Osteopath | Kaiwhakamaimoa Kōiwi

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Osteopaths diagnose muscular and skeletal injuries and treat them using manual techniques such as stretching, massage and manipulation.