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Employment and careers support

Find a job and build your career with free support services and resources.

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Career Development and Employability Services (CDES)

Our Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) team supports you to navigate your career alongside your studies in New Zealand. They can help you understand the local job market, build your employability skills and connect with employers through workshops, online tools and events.

Annisa, an international student, tells us about support for your future career as a student at the University of Auckland.

Our career support services

You will have access to free, specialised, support services and resources when you need them – during your studies and for three years after you graduate, including services tailored for international students. 


Whether you need advice on finding work, help with job applications and interview preparation, or support to build your confidence and skills, the CDES team is here to help.


We can also help you connect with potential employers, so you can start building your professional networks from day one.

We can also help you connect with potential employers, so you can start building your professional networks from the time you start studying.

Help at all stages of your career

Stand out in the job market

Improve your professional writing skills using our online learning guides, receive personalised feedback from our career consultants, and learn to promote your skills and knowledge in a way that makes you stand out from the crowd. 

Prepare for job interviews

Build confidence for job interviews with our collection of specially designed online resources and tools. The CDES team provides personalised advice and tips on interview techniques, and can help you practice with simulated interviews to help you prepare and perform at your best.

Connect with employers

Connect with employers through our recruitment events, expos, and presentations to build valuable professional relationships. Gain experience through internships and volunteering, and explore job opportunities tailored to your skills on the NZ Uni Talent portal.

Work in New Zealand

Join our workshops that focus on finding job opportunities, networking and making the most out of LinkedIn.

Workplace Insights Programme

Through this award-nominated programme, you can learn how to boost your employability and prepare for New Zealand workplaces.

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