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Education | Mātauranga

Education might be for you if you are interested in:

• using te reo Māori in your mahi
• helping children, young people or adults to learn
• planning programmes and classes
• working with people from different backgrounds and cultures
• combining research with teaching tertiary students.

Parsons' theory

Frank Parsons developed the idea of matching careers to talents, skills and personality.

Personal Development Plan

Having a career action plan can help you to remain focused. It can help you assess where you are and monitor your progress.

Infrastructure | Whakahaerenga Hanga

Infrastructure jobs may be for you if you are interested in:

• planning and designing large projects
• interpreting and following diagrams and plans
• using technical, mechanical or engineering skills
• using practical skills, including working with your hands, tools or heavy machinery.

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Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative | Māngai Taiao Ahuwhenua

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Agricultural/horticultural field representatives sell products such as farm equipment, and advise clients on crop and livestock management. 

Orchard Farmer/Manager | Kaipāmu Uru Hua Rākau/Kaiwhakahaere Uru Hua Rākau

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Orchard farmers/managers plan and manage fruit and nut production in orchards.

Dairy Herd Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Māpu Kau

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Dairy herd managers run daily dairy farming operations such as feeding and milking cows, monitoring animal health and environmental management.