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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.

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?

What NOT to do in an Interview

Monday June 22, 2020

Here is our example of what NOT to do when you're going in for an interview.

Simple and Effective Youth Opportunities That Wont Cost Your Business  

Sunday May 31, 2020

Giving youth an employment-based opportunity doesn't only mean giving them a job. There are a variety of ways in which you as an established member of Dunedin's business community can give local youth a helping hand into employment.

Tips To Get The Best Out Of Youth Employees

Thursday April 30, 2020

Youth employees are different from their older counterparts; we know this for a fact. Often viewed as unmotivated, disengaged and easily distracted, we easily forget that they’re equipped with strong technical knowledge, a fresh perspective on your business and a mass of growth potential.  

Areas Of Employment Experiencing Growth

Wednesday April 8, 2020

There are still many industries continuing to grow under the current economic conditions.

How You Can Upskill In #Iso

Wednesday April 8, 2020

So you are trying to get job-ready but you are stuck at home in isolation, never fear we have compiled a list of things you can do to up-skill whilst in isolation, all from the comfort of you home.

Supporting Youth in your workplace

Tuesday August 6, 2019

Some tips for employers on how you can best support youth.

Benefits of attending a YES Open Session

Wednesday May 29, 2019

What can you gain from attending a Youth Employment Success Open Session? Find out more.

Setting your Employees Up For Success!

Tuesday January 15, 2019

Here at Youth Employment Success, we are all about setting up youth to succeed in the workplace - that’s why we have come up with tips and tricks on how you can set your youth employees up for success.

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