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A step-by-step guide to finding a job in New Zealand

How you look for work in New Zealand may be quite different from what you are used to. This guide will help you through the process of looking for work and applying for jobs.

Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) | Kaiako Reo Pākehā (ki te Hunga Kōrero Reo Kē)

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Teachers of English to speakers of other languages (ESOL teachers) teach people from non-English speaking backgrounds how to speak, read and write English.

Roading Construction Worker | Kaimahi Hanga Rori

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Roading construction workers make surfaces such as roads, airport runways and driveways, and control traffic around road construction sites.

Chemist | Kairarau Matū

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Chemists study the make-up and behaviour of chemicals, and may use their findings to develop new products and processes.

Chiropractor | Kaikorohiti

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Chiropractors treat disorders related to the spine and nervous system to relieve pain and improve the function of nerves, muscles and joints. 

Industrial Designer | Kaitātai Ahumahi

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Industrial designers design and develop innovative products for use in homes, businesses and industry.

Motor Vehicle Salesperson | Kaihoko Waka Huarahi

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Motor vehicle salespeople sell new or used cars, trucks, and other vehicles.

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Copywriter | Kaituhi Pānui

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Copywriters design and create print, digital, social media, video, television and radio advertisements.

Journalist | Kairīpoata Pepa

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Journalists research and produce stories for websites, print, radio, television and other media.