Job search bootcamp

If you are an international student starting to look for an internship, part-time or full-time work, join our career series that aims to help you with your job search in New Zealand.

Job Search Bootcamp will help you understand how to approach job seeking in New Zealand and how to present yourself as a desirable candidate. In our workshops, you will: 

  • Learn about new ways to find and create job opportunities in New Zealand 
  • Get advice on how to write CVs that stand out to New Zealand employers 
  • Discover that cover letter writing can actually be quite fun and learn how to use AI in a way that serves you 
  • Learn more about the skills, attitudes and experiences that New Zealand employers look for 
  • See how consistent networking can not only help you promote your personal brand but also shape your career 
  • Get advice on how to nail those tough interview questions and practise, practise, practise 
  • Understand how to articulate your value proposition to prospective employers 

Although we highly recommend it, you don’t have to commit to all the workshops in the series: feel free to pick and choose based on your needs, knowledge, interests, and schedule. There are two offerings for each workshop topic - please only register for one as the content will be the same. You can register for workshops in MyCDES (registration links below). 

  • Workshop one: Finding job opportunities in New Zealand - Complete
  • Workshop two: How to write a NZ-style CV - Complete
  • Workshop three: How to write an impactful and memorable cover letter - Complete
  • Workshop four: Preparing for the workplace - Complete
  • Workshop five: Networking and developing your personal brand - Complete
  • Workshop six: Interviewing like a pro – it’s easier than you think! - Complete

Job Search Bootcamp Mini-Series

Can’t make it to our in-person Job Search Bootcamp workshops? Join us online for our Job Search Bootcamp Mini-Series.

Workshop one: Finding work opportunities

Join us for this information-based online session where you will:    

  • Explore effective job search strategies that put you in the driver’s seat  
  • Learn how to approach New Zealand employers proactively   
  • Combine different strategies using them to your advantage 

Date: Wednesday 4 March 
Time: 10-11am  
Location: Zoom (online) 
This workshop is now complete

Workshop two: Creating your CV & cover letter

Join us for this information-based online session where you will:    

  • Learn how to format your CV and cover letter for the New Zealand job market  
  • Discover what hiring managers in New Zealand expect to see   
  • Learn how to showcase your experience, skills, qualifications, and attitudes and come across as a desirable candidate  

Date: Wednesday 11 March  
Time: 10-11am  
Location: Zoom (online) 
This workshop is now complete

Workshop three: Interviewing 101

Join us for this information-based online session where you will:    

  • Learn how to research and prepare for job interviews   
  • Develop strategies for responding to common interview questions  
  • Understand the importance of introductions and telling your story 

Date: Wednesday 18 March  
Time: 10-11am  
Location: Zoom (online) 
This workshop is now complete