Work experience is a great way to try a job.

Secondary students and school leavers

This section provides you with information to help you while you’re at school, or making decisions about leaving.

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Choosing school subjects

What to consider when making your subject choices at school and information about NCEA. more

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Leaving school

Find out about your options for training and employment, how to arrange a gap year, and if it pays to stay at school. more

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What do I want to be?

Take a quiz to find out where you are at and get some friendly advice on how to find your ideal career. more

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Entering trade training

Thinking about a trade? Find out all of your options and follow our step-by-step guides to apprenticeships and industry training. more

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Entering tertiary study

Thinking about study? Here’s a guide to tertiary student life and the cost of tertiary education. more

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World of work

Looking for a job? Get some essential information for job hunting, use the CV wizard, and follow our step-by-step guide to getting work experience. more