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Check out our latest news/pūrongo and resources/rauemi ipurangi to help kick-start employment journeys for rangatahi/youth. Browse our news/pūrongo section for updates on the YES campaign, events, success stories and news/pūrongo from kawhakawhiwhi mahi/employers and rangatahi/youth. We have a bunch of resources/rauemi from interview tips, contract advice, suggested training providers and onboarding success. Curated with you in mind, this is all about building your knowledge, confidence and connections so we can bridge the gap between businesses and younger members of the workforce.

A Firebrand Q & A

Wednesday May 17, 2023

This month we asked one of the owners of Firebrand, Bex Twemlow, some important questions...

Rangatahi in Our Democracy - Online Sessions With the Electoral Commission.

Friday May 12, 2023

Are you 16-22 years old and interested in learning about the mechanisms of the electoral system in Aotearoa? Yes! Then join Tori and Stacey Te Pōhue from the Electoral Commission for one of their upcoming online sessions.

Cultural Competency in Aotearoa Workplaces

Thursday March 30, 2023

I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho. A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions.

How can I prepare for a job in the Digital space?

Thursday March 2, 2023

We get it. Preparing for a job in the digital space can be tough. We're so used to everything digital but it's hard to know exactly what you need to know about the beast that it is.

Youth Employment Success + Aotea Security. The Value of Whanaungatanga.

Thursday December 15, 2022

At YES, we understand the importance of relationships and kinship developed through the value of a shared goal or purpose.

Register Now! Aotearoa Youth Employability Conference 2022 Uniting for Change.

Monday May 16, 2022

Youth Employment Success & Firebrand in collaboration with YEA will be hosting the Aotearoa Youth Employability Conference 2022 Uniting for Change.

Handy Hints For Putting Together Your CV / Resume / Bio

Thursday September 23, 2021

Writing about yourself can be tricky, but at the end of the day it is an outline of who you are and importantly your key selling points.

Summer Internships - What's in it for me?

Tuesday September 21, 2021

So you've heard your lecturers or parents mention the word "Internship" but you don't really know what it means. What do internships entail? Why should I be considering applying for an internship while I am studying? All very valid and common questions - you're not alone!

Eastern Southland YES Employers Share their Advice for Youth!

Monday February 22, 2021

We have 25 Employers from a wide range of industries in Eastern Southland. Take a read of some of the advice that they have for youth getting started in their career.

Whanganui YES Employers Share their Advice for Youth!

Monday February 22, 2021

We have 20 Employers from a wide range of industries right here in Whanganui. Take a read of some of the advice that they have for youth getting started in their career.

Dunedin YES Employers Share their Advice for Youth!

Sunday February 21, 2021

We have nearly 80 Employers from a wide range of industries right here in Dunedin. Take a read of some of the advice that they have for youth getting started in their career.

Industry Showcase: Hairdressing & Barbering

Wednesday February 17, 2021

Everyone visits a hairdresser or barber at least once a year! This is why maintaining and training skilled workers in this industry is so important.

Industry Showcase: Recruitment

Sunday September 6, 2020

Is the recruitment industry something that excites you? Why don’t you give it a go?

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