Knowing your values can help you choose a career path that fits with what's important to you. Complete the 'What do I value in my work' worksheet to explore your values.
It is important to know what your skills are. Find examples of how and where you've used your skills so you can describe them in your CV and to employers.
Complete the Interest quiz to learn about your interests and find out what career ideas might fit them.
Your options include:
go straight into work
earn while you learn, for example, with an apprenticeship, cadetship or the Defence Force
study or train somewhere, like at a wānanga, university or polytechnic.
You can find out more about these options by doing some research.
Types of study and training providers
Advice and resources for finding your way once you leave school
Use the 'Decide on your career' worksheet to research your career ideas.
If you have decided what career or job you want to do, use this worksheet to help you plan your next steps.
Use these tips, examples and templates to create a CV.
Use these tips, examples and templates to write a Cover Letter.
Find out how to answer questions and make a good impression at job interviews.