Great opportunities come in many forms, and so do the ways to find them. From job platforms and employer presentations to the clubs, communities, and whānau in your everyday life, explore what's available and make the most of every avenue. And when employers come to campus, show up. That's often where it starts.
The Hidden Job Market
What's the hidden job market? Aotearoa New Zealand is a relatively small and highly connected country. Professional communities can often be more accessible than students expect, making relationship-building and industry engagement valuable job-search strategies. As a result, you’ll notice a significant amount of jobs are found through the hidden job market.
The hidden job market refers to jobs that are not advertised. This strategy to searching for opportunities is particularly important if you are seeking work in an environment where many organisations are relatively small or in highly competitive sectors. You may be familiar with the hidden job market, having successfully gained part-time work through networking or directly approaching an employer.
- Discover how to tap into the hidden job market
- How to network | UC
- Discover your options - Informational Interviewing
- Questions for Informational Interviews
Graduate programmes, internships & clerkships
Different industries recruit in different ways. Some rely heavily on online advertisements, while others place greater value on professional relationships, industry events, internships, volunteering, portfolios, or direct approaches. Understanding recruitment practices within your chosen field can help you focus your efforts effectively.
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Other opportunities & ways to search for jobs
Not all opportunities are advertised on traditional job platforms. Build experience, grow your network, and uncover hidden opportunities.
Student Job Search
Find part-time, casual, seasonal, and graduate roles designed specifically for students and recent graduates.
Volunteering Canterbury
Build experience, develop transferable skills, and grow your network through volunteering opportunities in the community.
Many organisations advertise opportunities directly on their websites before posting them elsewhere. Follow employers you’re interested in and check their careers pages regularly.
Employer Events
Connect directly with employers through information sessions, webinars, workshops, networking events, and on-campus/offsite engagement opportunities.
Career Fairs
Meet a range of employers in one place, learn about industries and roles, and explore current opportunities and recruitment pathways.
GoinGlobal
Access international job and internship resources, country career guides, visa information, and global employment opportunities.
