For career seekers
THERE ARE GENUINE CAREER PROSPECTS IN NEW ZEALAND'S TRADES AND SERVICES FOR BRIGHT, YOUNG, MOTIVATED PEOPLE.
If on-the-job training sounds like the right move, you'll need to find a job in an industry covered by an ITO with an employer who is willing to invest in your training. First, choose a career. Then, work on landing that job.
How to choose a career
Know yourself
There are much better ways of choosing a career than simply going along with your friends or following in the family footsteps. Take the time to recognise your own personality, interests and abilities.
Know what employers want
Finding a job can be difficult in the current environment, especially with limited experience. But, there are certain attributes that employers look for in a would-be apprentice or trainee. And, the more of these qualities you possess, the better your chances are of landing the job.
How to find a job
There are great tips on how to build a CV, prepare for interviews, and plan for success on a number of sites. Our favourites are:
Manufacturing & Technology
Manufacturing & Technology
Technology touches every part of our lives and the products and services we use. From design and production to distribution and maintenance the scope of opportunity is vast. For those interested in making, using and doing it could be just right.

Construction & Infrastructure
Construction & Infrastructure
The demand for construction and infrastructure professionals in New Zealand is providing challenging and rewarding careers for those who like to get stuck in.

Services Industries
Services Industries
We're not kidding when we say the services sector can take you anywhere. Skills developed in this sector are core skills, able to be transferred to any role, any where. The sector offers excellent career pathways too.

Social & Community Services
Social & Community Services
The social and community services sector is a growth sector in New Zealand. We have an aging population and more demand on our healthcare and community services than ever before. A career in this sector is both challenging and rewarding.

Creative Industries
Creative Industries
Creative industries offer a rewarding pathway where you can combine your creative talents with practical, and social, career opportunities. Also check out Manufacturing & Technology for some careers that span both the creative and tech sectors!

Primary Industries
Primary Industries
Careers in the Primary sector are many and varied. If you're interested in science and technology, production, new product development then joining a sector driving New Zealand's export economy could be for you.
