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Assistance Seeking Employment


Graduate Employment Resources

Waikato Vacancies Page
This page has a list of current vacancies for Graduates that is updated on a regular basis. This is the key place to find out about current graduate roles.

New Zealand Job Vacancy Websites
Job vacancy websites as compiled by the team at Career Services Rapuara.

WorkSite/PaeMahi
At WorkSite you'll find useful links and information on everything to do with work, skills and training in New Zealand.

Careers Events and Skills Workshops

Events on Campus
Full details on employer events on campus can also be found on the Jobs4grads.net website

Job-Seeking Skills Workshops
Looking to improve your job searching skills? Attend one of our workshops to find out how.

Careers Fair

Job Searching Skills

How to write a covering letter
It's the first impression an employer will have of you. It can be more important than your CV. Do you know how to write one?

How to write a CV
A CV is an essential part of any serious job search. Find out everything you need to know about writing one in this article.

Application Checklist
About to send out an application? Check these helpful reminders first.

Finding Graduate Employment
Where do I start? Where should I look? Am I looking in the right places? This article will help you find some of the answers

The Art of Networking
Networking is a crucial part of your job search. Read on to find out how to make it easy.

Company Research
Company research is vital to your success at all stages of an application process.

Advice for International Students
Looking for employment in New Zealand while studying or after you complete your qualification? This article will help you on your way.

Skills Identification and Development
Want to know what skills employers look for? Unsure what skills you need or already have? Read on!

Interview Skills
Got an interview coming up? Find out how to put your best foot forward and succed.

Advice from employers
Top tips from recent employers of graduates.

An experience of graduate recruitment
Advice from a recent graduate on what to expect in a typical graduate recruitment process at a large New Zealand organisation

Job Offers and Salary Negotiation
You have conquered the CV and covering letter, aced the interview process, and now you have been offered a job - what do you do next?

Part Time Employment and Internships

Student Job Search
SJS is the largest source of part time work for students, and their FutureGrad programme helps you find skilled, degree related work over summer. SJS are on campus in the block of shops next to the lake.

Work Experience Papers:
If your degree has a compulsory work experience paper, first check with your School of Study for their sources of employment. Some links are: 

You must ensure that any internship or work experience that you take meets the academic requirements of your degree.

Careers Fair

Working Abroad

Teaching English in Japan
Considering teaching English in Japan? This article has an overview of the industry and tells you how to get started.

Teaching English in Korea, Taiwan & China
Information on how to get started teaching English in Korea, Taiwan or China.

Teaching in Asia - Questions to Ask
Considering working in an Asian country teaching English? Here are some important questions to ask of potential employers and of yourself.

International Teaching Sites
Internet tools for teachers including websites to teaching internationally.

Additional Links

Careers and Employment Related Resources
Links as maintained by the Careers and Employment Centre

Links to Study Abroad Opportunities
Information on studying abroad during your degree

University of Waikato Vacancies
Did you know that the University of Waikato is one of the top 5 employers in the Waikato region?

Additional Links

University of Waikato Alumni Association
The Alumni Association continues the relationship between graduates (alumni) and the University, forming a 'community of scholars'.

University of Waikato Scholarships Office
The Scholarships Office may be able to help if you need financial assistance for further study

SHL Direct For Students
Help with aptitude tests from SHL

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