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Finding a job in New Zealand can feel overwhelming when you don't know where to start. Not all job sites are worth your time — some are great for beginners, some better once you have experience. In this guide, Zeducation walks you through the six best places to find work in NZ, what each platform is good for, and three simple tips to help you stand out and get hired faster. Whether it's your first job or something new — this one's for you.

A partnership between Spark NZ, GirlBoss and Zeducation, the Turama Pathways Cadetship helped 10 young women build the confidence and belonging to step into tech. The result: 6 job placements and 100% finishing sure there's a place for them in the sector.

Simione Uhatafi came to Auckland with a farming background, a traffic control job, and a dream of becoming a social worker. He had no qualifications, no experience, and a family depending on him. Here is how he went from volunteer translator to Clinic Coordinator at Langi Malie Tongan Health Association.

Over the past 22 months, Zeducation has helped 85+ Māori and Pacific jobseekers find real, sustainable employment across Auckland. Here's what we've learned about the five barriers keeping talented people out of work—and how we're solving them.

Joseph Gaee spent four years as a stay-at-home dad, dedicating his time to raising his young son. When his son started primary school, Joseph decided it was time to return to the workforce. What followed was a challenging period of relentless job searching.

A partnership between Spark NZ, Waikato Tainui and Zeducation supporting Māori rangatahi into tech careers through culturally grounded training, internships and pastoral care.

Mauora joined the Te Whānau o Waipareira Employment Hub shy and unsure. Through Zeducation’s practical workshops she built confidence, learned time management and real-world budgeting, and stepped outside her comfort zone—gaining the habits and direction to move toward work or further study.

After moving to Auckland, Simone Uhatafi struggled to find work—until a TikTok video led him to Zeducation’s Voyage to Success programme. Now, with renewed confidence and the right tools, he’s ready to turn challenges into opportunities.

Kumi, a mother of seven, struggled to find work—until she joined Zeducation’s Voyage to Success programme. With 1-on-1 support and a community of learners like her, she’s now confident, connected, and career-ready.

After moving from Kiribati to New Zealand, Yvette Teauli faced the uncertainty of starting over. Through Zeducation’s Voyage to Success Programme, she gained the skills, confidence, and support needed to pursue her passion for healthcare. Now, with job offers in hand and a new sense of purpose, Yvette’s journey is a powerful reminder of what happens when we invest in Pacific talent.

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