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Project Kāmehameha

Project Kāmehameha is a programme of research to inform design and delivery of career resources for Māori.

Career development – Year 7 and 8

Learn how teaching career management competencies helps Year 7 and 8 students manage their life, learning and work, and assists them with decisions at key transition points. Find out how all teachers can contribute to career development through a school-wide approach.

Benchmarks and supporting resources

The career development benchmarks and supporting resources help schools and tertiary organisations self-review their career development programmes and services.

5 steps to ace an informal interview

Having a coffee with a potential employer might help you get your next job.

Conversation tips for NCEA subject choice time

A conversation guide to help your young person choose NCEA subjects.

How to stand out on LinkedIn

Could a LinkedIn profile be the key to getting your next job?

How to soothe your job interview nerves

Do job interviews make you cringe with nerves? Here’s how to soothe your interview anxiety.

Malaga: Pasifika planning for success

Malaga: Pasifika planning for success helps teachers deliver career education that reflects the identity and culture of Pasifika learners.

Network into a job with the perfect elevator pitch

Learn how to create your elevator pitch – a spoken summary of the experience and skills you can offer an employer.

Write a cover letter

Use our interactive guides and templates to write a cover letter tailored to the job you want.