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Aim for skilled, creative work with a human touch – let AI do the rest

Continuing our future of work series – we discuss how artificial intelligence will take over some roles, and complement the work of humans in others.

Make a career decision

How to choose the right career for you.

5 jobs created by climate change

Find out about jobs that help us understand and deal with climate change.

Environmental Engineer | Mataaro Taiao

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Environmental engineers assess and reduce the impact of engineering projects on water, soil and air. They also plan and design systems to treat and remove waste.

Urban/Regional Planner | Kaiwhakamahere Tāone/Rohe

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Urban/regional planners develop and administer plans for physical, environmental, social and economic development of urban and rural areas.

Gain real-life work experience through a STEM internship

Find out how STEM internships give you useful work experience.

Civil Engineer | Mataaro Metarahi

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Civil engineers plan, organise and oversee the building and maintenance of structures such as dams, bridges, sewerage systems and roads.

Flooring Installer | Kaiwhakauru Uhi

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Flooring installers lay, replace and repair floor coverings such as carpet, linoleum, vinyl and timber.

Find a new way of working: entrepreneurship and portfolio careers

Continuing our future of work series – we talk about opportunities for self-employment in the new gig economy.

Financial Adviser | Kaiwhakatakoto Kaupapa Pūtea

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Financial advisers give advice about financial planning, investing, insurance and other financial services.