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The West Coast Trades Academy gives secondary school students the chance to start training for a trade while they are still at school. Students in year 11, 12 and 13 have the option to study in a trades programme as well as working towards their NCEA qualifications.
If you'd like to take advantage of any opportunities seen, please apply here or click the apply button below.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Business Walkthrough logo
Introduce yourself to the industry and witness how the organisation operates.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Coffee Date logo
Grab a coffee and check in on your work and personal development progress.
Youth Employment Success opportunity CV Review logo
Find out what employers are looking for. Make an impression, is your CV accurate, error-free, and shares your goals, level of experience and training.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Industry Entry Discussion logo
Meet with workers and managers to discuss job expectations and what employers are looking for in a given industry.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Industry Standard Training logo
This involves upskilling youth to a level consistent with that of the industry standard. May or may not result in a formal qualification.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Internship logo
Earn whilst working. Paid or not, internships are an awesome experience to learn more about the industry and get your foot in the door!
Youth Employment Success opportunity Mentoring logo
A formal, work and personal development relationship between experienced local employers and you.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Mock Interview logo
A one-on-one learning experience, put your skills to the test and act like you are in a real world interview.
Youth Employment Success opportunity NCEA Assessment logo
Get qualified by completing on the job training via approved NCEA coursework.
Youth Employment Success opportunity Role Reversal Interview logo
Flip the switch, ask employers the tough questions and get to know the industry.
