Careers in focus

Books

The general area in the library for resources on career development and job-hunting is 650.14. This includes books on CV's and resumes.
Some additional resources on vocational guidance can be found at 331.702
Use the library catalogue to find specific subjects and resources.

Local agencies

  • The Nelson Careers Services office is located at:
    Level 1, NZI House, 105 Trafalgar Street. Ph: (03) 548 1630
  • The Nelson Work and Income Office is located at:
    22 Bridge Street. Ph: 0800 559 009

Online resources

Career Services (Government Agency) 

Modern Apprenticeships (Tertiary Education Commission)

Industry Training Organisations  - have careers information on their websites. Examples:

  • Agriculture eg. bee-keeping, pig, dairy and poultry farming, sheep shearing and wool handling, farm management
  • Aviation, Travel and Tourism: aeronautical engineering, air crew, airport operations, rental car services, tourist operators, casinos, travel agents, tour wholesalers & booking offices, and museums
  • Community Support Services ITO; elderly care, disability support services, and diversional therapy
  • Infrastructure industries; roads, highways, bridges, water and drainage systems, forestry and rural development and maintenance

Some sectors also have career information on their websites, e.g

Work and Income have helpful sites:

Other links for jobseekers include:

General

Rural or farming and seasonal jobs

Websites with advice on job applications and interviews