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Tools and tips for facilitators and helpers

Want to help people with career planning or job search but don't know where to start? Get tips on how to approach these topics and find useful tools including videos, exercises, interactive tools, quizzes and links to key sources of information.

Thinking about leaving school without NCEA?

Are you sure leaving school without NCEA is the right thing for your career? Check here.

Get ideas for your career

Find out about the world of work and how to explore career ideas.

Help save the planet with a hi-tech career in the food and fibre sectors

Study science and technology to help feed the world and protect the environment.

Why employers need to engage with school learners

Talk to schools to find future workers before you get short staffed.

Teacher Aide | Kaiāwhina Kaiako

Job

Teacher aides assist teachers in a classroom by working with students on a one-to-one basis, or in groups. 

CareerQuest FAQs

Get answers to frequently asked questions about CareerQuest.

Māia video series

Go behind the scenes to get tips on the skills you need to succeed in awesome Māori businesses.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer | Mataaro Whakatika Waka Rererangi

Job

Aircraft maintenance engineers keep aeroplanes safe. They install, inspect, maintain and repair aircraft, aircraft radio, avionic (electronic), navigation, communication and electrical and mechanical systems.

Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor | Kaiārahi o Waho/Kaiwhakaako o Waho

Job

Outdoor recreation guides and instructors teach or guide outdoor activities such as rafting, kayaking, canyoning, skiing, hunting, climbing, caving and mountain biking.