Study abroad with AFS, immerse yourself in a fascinating cultural experience and return home as a global citizen!

AFS Intercultural Programmes is the original student exchange organisation globally. We are a non-profit organisation with 75 years of experience and an international network of 55 partner countries.

Click here to find out more: www.afs.org.nz 

The Agribusiness in Schools and Sow the Seed programmes connect young people with the wide range of opportunities available across the primary industries and support teachers to better deliver high-quality agri-education in their classrooms. We build awareness of the possibilities and opportunities that sit behind one of New Zealand's most vital industries. These careers span agronomy, technology, science, marketing, commerce and so much more. The future of food and fibre is being shaped by people with all kinds of interests and skills. Where do you fit?

Click here for more information.

Explore your study options with AUT.  With over 250 university programmes we are sure to share your passion.

AUT’s mission is to create great graduates, and each member of our staff contributes to this. We offer exceptional learning experiences that prepare students to be successful wherever in the world their career may take them.

Find out more here.

Grow With Us at Baygold

At Baygold, our power is our people. As enduring leaders in the kiwifruit industry, we’re committed to building a sustainable future for the Bay of Plenty region.

From orchard construction and machinery to administration and orchard work, we offer diverse career pathways for those with the right attitude and drive.

Join a team that values hard work, ethical practices, and environmental responsibility. Whether you're starting out or ready to take the next step, there's room to grow at Baygold.

Let’s shape a future we can all be proud of.

Find out more here.

BTI offers part-time, full-time, and distance study options across Teaching, Social Work, Counselling, Master’s and Postgraduate study as well as a Level 4 certificate in study and career preparation.

Accredited by NZQA, BTI offers small classes and really get to know their students.

BTI students develop into relational, transformational and responsive practitioners with learning based on a Christian worldview, strong multicultural partnerships, and practical local experience. 

Find out more here.

Our Purpose:  The art of growing for a healthier world.

At Bluelab we have a reputation as the industry standard in measurement tools.  We create tried-and-tested products that solve your problems as a grower and last a lifetime. Maybe you have even come to know us as a friend, a partner in growing, through the retail training programmes or our highly recognised sales and customer experience teams. Now we want to introduce you to another side of Bluelab, one that’s been silently bubbling beneath the surface for the last 30 years and one that’s about to break free and let you in.

Find out more here.

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represents more than 135,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a difference to the businesses, organisations and communities in which they work and live. 

Chartered Accountants are known as Difference Makers. The depth and breadth of their expertise helps them to see the big picture and chart the best course of action.

CA ANZ promotes the Chartered Accountant (CA) designation and high ethical standards, delivers world-class services and life-long education to members and advocates for the public good. We protect the reputation of the designation by ensuring members continue to comply with a code of ethics, backed by a robust discipline process. We also monitor Chartered Accountants who offer services directly to the public.

Our flagship CA Program, the pathway to becoming a Chartered Accountant, combines rigorous education with practical experience. Ongoing professional development helps members shape business decisions and remain relevant in a changing world.

Find out more here.

Your career. Your way.

With 109 exciting roles available, there really is something for everyone in the New Zealand Defence Force. Explore their roles now, and find a career you'll love, that will really push you.

A career in the Defence Force gives you real purpose. You'll work as part of a tight-knit team, protecting your whānau, your country and our environment from harm. And you'll have the honour of representing New Zealand wherever you go.

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The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment.

Our people are responsible for caring for our land, water, and native species. Spread throughout the country, they ensure that Papatūānuku can thrive performing a huge range of tasks in roles from technical specialists to support staff and frontline rangers.

If you are interested in joining a team of people who love what they do, find out more about a career with DOC. Careers: Jobs at DOC

Discover Forestry at the CANVAS Tauranga Careers Expo!

Have you ever wondered how trees become houses, furniture, biofuels, and the products we use every day? Discover Forestry showcases the exciting world of forestry and wood processing, one of New Zealand’s largest and most innovative industries. From environmental science, GIS mapping and drone technology to engineering, harvesting, logistics, and business, forestry offers a huge range of career opportunities for people with different interests and strengths. With more than 40,000 New Zealanders employed across the sector, forestry combines technology, sustainability, science, and hands-on outdoor work to help grow a better future for New Zealand. Come and discover where a career in forestry could take you!

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Tauranga’s only dive shop, we are a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre specialising in all levels of diver training from 8-year olds to Instructors. We also offer regular dive trips, service dive equipment, and have an extensive retail shop.

Discover more here.

Education, Employment

EmployNZ will be at Canvas 2023 ready to chat about all of their courses and programmes on offer.

They provide NCEA Level 1 and 2 with hands on learning, small class sizes and a supportive learning environment. They also offer higher level programmes in Early Childhood and IT Tech Support/SysAdmin.

They will have interactive activities and demonstrations to show you what they can offer. Youth Coaches will also be on hand to discuss Youth Service and the support they can provide to Rangatahi across Tauranga. You can also enter their lucky draw to win a UE Wonder Boom! Come along and chat to them at stand number 6.

Discover more  here.

Etco is New Zealand’s leading provider of electrical apprentices and training and is New Zealand’s largest employer of apprentices with more than 900 apprentices nationwide.  Etco recruit, employ and place electrical apprentices with host companies, electrical contractors and New Zealand businesses working in the domestic, commercial and industrial sectors, through our group apprenticeship scheme.

Etco apprentices typically complete their apprenticeship in a shorter time than other apprentices due to the excellent off-job and on-job support they receive. They become qualified earlier which is a win-win for apprentices and host companies. Etco also offers off-job (theory) training to over 50% of electrical apprentices nationwide in our state-of-the-art training centres throughout New Zealand.

Etco is widely seen as the electrical training experts. 

Find out more here.

Film Bay of Plenty, Ngā Auaha Whakaari o Te Waiariki is a Regional Film Office that grows, strengthens and supports the screen sector in the Bay of Plenty. This includes film, television, games, animation, high-end TV, branded-content, vloggers/influencers, VFX, immersive tech and marketing and communications.

As a Regional Film Office, our mission is to stimulate regional economic growth by attracting, facilitating and marketing screen productions; developing the film sector for regional business; and maximising opportunities for regional film professionals.

Our region offers a strong and inviting package to producers and content creators.

We are here to provide assistance and advocacy for productions. Connecting them with experienced film crew, film locations, infrastructure and helping with film permitting.

Find out more at www.filmbayofplenty.com

Join Our Team

We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. That’s why we sign a contract that makes promises to you, not just the other way around. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

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2024 Fulton Hogan Cadetship Programme Intake – ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW!

The Fulton Hogan cadetship programme is a 2 year, full time (waged) Apprenticeship. It is designed to develop operational skills, leadership capability and technical competencies all within the supportive Fulton Hogan community, encouraging individual development.

For more information or to apply for a Bay of Plenty Cadetship, talk to the Fulton Hogan team at the Canvas Tauranga Careers Expo or you can email BOPJobs@fultonhogan.com or phone 07 576 6157

Grace Hospital is a private surgical hospital providing surgery and related services for the local community. We strive to provide surgical excellence and personalised care for patients.

The Grace Hospital team comprises of more than 300 employees who work together to ensure that our patients receive the best care possible.

It takes a world class team to provide world class care and our team is made up of many different roles.

Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Anaesthetic Technicians, and Health Care Assistants provide the clinical services to support Surgeons and Anaesthetists in their work.

We also have a dedicated team of non clinical staff who include housekeeping and orderlies, cooks, baristas and kitchen assistants, sterlising technicians, clerical and finance roles who all work to provide a friendly and professional team to meet the patient’s needs.

Our state of the art technology such as robotic procedures, and innovative techniques used by our surgical teams, all make Grace Hospital a well respected and leading performer in healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Find out more about Grace Hospital here.

• Professional Progression and Leadership Evolution.

• CV and Cover Letter Building.

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At Hair to Train students enjoy a warm and friendly family cultured environment. Hairdressing and Barbering is completed in a boutique-like commercial salon and neighbouring Barbershop which reflects a commercial industry environment. All courses are aligned with the Governing body HITO and are Unit standard-based, this ensures your qualifications are well recognised.

Hair to Train offers Introduction courses for those people who would like a hands-on experience and an opportunity to experience Hair to Train's energetic and fun vibe.

Students of all ages and backgrounds choose Hair to Train.

A great career and future doing something you love.

Discover more here.

Hayes Rollformers are built for the most robust production lines. Hayes International has been manufacturing Rollformers for over 60 years and have a reputation as one of the world's top manufacturers of Rollformers and Rollforming equipment.

Working for Hayes International is a great place to start your career or begin a new one. Started by Tom Hayes, Hayes design and manufacture Roll forming machinery for the worldwide market. We have machines in 87 countries and counting!  We have a stable workforce of around 90 at our manufacturing facility in Rotorua and most of our factory floor staff are Trades people or are in training. Our other business areas are Sales, Customer Service, Finance, HR, and Engineering Design.

Click here to find out more.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora runs public hospitals and health services across New Zealand Aotearoa, while helping fund care like GP visits. We make sure people get the physical and mental health support they need.

Our goal is simple but powerful: to support healthy futures (pae ora) for everyone. And we do it as one big team, backing each other every day.

Our healthcare system is world-class, and if you’re looking for a career that passes the vibe check and has main character energy, this is your chance to be part of it. Healthcare is about putting people first, being part of a close-knit team, and making a genuine difference in your community.
 

Choose your own career adventure

There are loads of ways to build your future with us, with opportunities in over 80 locations across the country:

- Frontline clinical roles: Jump into medicine or nursing where you get to treat patients and save lives, while wearing scrubs that double as daytime pyjamas.

- High-tech science: If advanced gear and hands-on science is your jam, you could become a medical imaging technician, lab scientist, or cardiac physiologist.

- Behind-the-scenes stars: Prefer to run the show from backstage? We need IT wizards, planners, and creatives to keep our hospitals moving smoothly.
 

Come and meet us

Forget the boring jobs! Come meet some healthcare legends in the flesh. Chat with real doctors, nurses and medical experts, bring your burning questions, and explore where a career in health could take you – future you won’t be disappointed.

The Priority One Instep programme inspires our young people about career and training opportunities and prepares them to thrive in a world of change. Through leadership, collaboration and innovation, Instep is helping to bridge the gap between business and education.

Find out more at: www.priorityone.co.nz/school-careers

Inzone is a career resource designed to provide information guidance and support to individuals in their career development and employment opportunities by positioning its stand alone world of work kiosks in High Schools and Careers Expos throughout NZ. 

It maintains a database of career videos each offering insights into various professions. 

Many of these videos feature individuals sharing their firsthand experiences in their chosen careers. To access the platform users log in by entering their email or cellphone number. As they come across careers that pique their interest, they can click the “I’m interested” button. At the end of their session they will receive an email or text message containing links to pertinent information related to their selected careers.

As the smallest and only specialist University in New Zealand, our students are set up for success. Get started in your chosen field with a practical, future-focused education and a degree that works.

Our key areas of specialisation include:

1. Agriculture, Horticulture and Viticulture

2. Business

3. Environment and Sustainability

4. Land and Property Valuation

5. Landscape Architecture

6. Science

7. Sports and Recreation

8. Tourism

We focus on areas connected to the future of the planet, including agriculture, environmental science, food production, agribusiness, sport and recreation, tourism, and landscape architecture. Visit our stand to find out more about how you too could benefit from smaller classes, strong support and industry connections, hands-on learning, paid practical work opportunities and much more.

Visit our website here.

For more than 80 years, Massey University has helped shape the lives and communities of people in New Zealand and around the world. Its forward-thinking spirit, research-led teaching, and cutting-edge discoveries make Massey New Zealand’s defining university. We embrace diversity, talent and performance, and provide staff and students with an extensive range of opportunities to develop intellectually, professionally and personally. Massey is New Zealand's university of choice for almost 30,000 students every year from more than 100 countries. We are committed to helping you achieve your personal aspirations and full potential.

We’re here to help you reach your educational goals and your career dreams. We want you to succeed. We have award-winning teachers, well-connected lecturers and world-renowned researchers. Add to this our committed support staff and you have the best learning environment to help you move towards your future. We're New Zealand's only truly national university. You can study on-campus at Auckland, ManawatuÌ„ or Wellington, via distance learning, or a combination of both. You can also change where and how you study if your circumstances change. With the largest number of qualifications on offer, the choice of where and how you study is completely up to you. Our qualifications are respected in New Zealand and around the world. You'll be taught by teachers, lecturers, and researchers with strong links within their industries and professional organisations. This means you'll graduate with a highly relevant qualification sought after by leading employers.

Link: https://www.massey.ac.nz

We were founded in response to the global industry demand for highly trained graduates in the fields of digital design and creative tech.

Our faculty and students have cemented Media Design School’s reputation as New Zealand’s most awarded tertiary provider for digital and creative technology qualifications by creating work that is consistently regarded among the very best in the world.

This has led to the growth of a robust network of industry partnerships which allows our students to not only benefit from genuine feedback and industry insights, but make connections to not only get their foot in the door, but to bust it wide open.

Find out more here.

We are an Air New Zealand Preferred Flight Training Organisation and will provide you with an Air New Zealand Preferred Pilot Pathway, the New Zealand Diploma in Aviation - Airline Preparation Strand.  We also deliver the Flight Instructor and General Aviation Strands.

NAC was selected by Air New Zealand to undertake the administration and management of its approved Airline Integration Course – an incredible multi-crew training course.

NAC has been selected by the Tertiary Education Commission to offer student loans for pilot training.

Located in the beautiful Nelson/Tasman region, with perfect weather conditions and excellent terrain for flight training, we have a proud history of higher than national  average theory pass marks.  With a low instructor to student ratio of 1:4 you are assured of individual training support.  We foster a family friendly environment and offer onsite accommodation allowing full immersion on your aviation pathway.

More information can be found here.

Looking for a rewarding hands-on career in health?

Chiropractic care is more than just caring for the spine. It’s a health profession that offers a natural approach to wellness by restoring brain – body connection, to help people of all ages unlock their natural ability to heal and thrive. Ready to make a difference? Come and chat with us at the Canvas Careers Expo and find out how you could make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Click here to learn more about this amazing career with global opportunities, flexibility and real purpose!

We are a combat-capable force, trained, equipped, and ready to respond every hour of the day, every day of the year.

We keep Aotearoa New Zealand safe and secure. Our core task is to protect the sovereign territory of New Zealand including our Exclusive Economic Zone. We advance our nation’s interests through military operations at sea, on land and in the air. Our equipment and expertise supports people and communities in need at home, across our region, and around the world.

With 109 exciting roles available, there really is something for everyone. Explore our roles now, and find a career you'll love, that will really push you.

Find out more here.

NZKGI represents kiwifruit growers and gives growers their own voice in industry and government decision making. It is estimated the industry will need another 2,000 permanent employees and 4,000 seasonal employees within the next few years and NZKGI is involved in a number of projects to meet these industry employment needs.

This future growth is dependent on the ability to attract and retain young people who are highly skilled and enthusiastic and develop them to become our industry’s future leaders. Maybe you should join us!

Discover more here.

Police operates 24-hours a day in a complex environment actively preventing crime and crashes. With around 14,000 staff, we work from community-based police stations and large policing hubs, operate on land, sea and in the air, and respond to over 860,000 emergency calls every year.
 
Our organisation offers numerous opportunities to engage in interesting and challenging roles on and off the frontline – from specialist policing roles to IT, from analytical roles to HR – we recruit a wide range of skills and expertise. Our people come to work to make a difference in the lives of all New Zealanders, and we pride ourselves on being a highly trusted, highly accessible police service.
 
Interested in becoming a police officer? Visit https://www.newcops.govt.nz/.
Interested in Police employee roles?  Visit https://www.police.govt.nz/careers/non-sworn-careers/overview.

Oasis Engineering Ltd is a specialist high precision turning and machining factory in Tauranga, New Zealand. We have established a strong reputation to reliably produce close-tolerance machined parts in difficult materials such as stainless steel and titanium. It was this reputation that led to Oasis Engineering to be selected by Caltex to manufacture the valves and couplings required for a new fuel - compressed natural gas (CNG). Since then, Oasis Engineering has made parts for every major CNG company supplying projects in every significant CNG market, over 40 countries in all.

In partnership with our parent company Elaflex, we are continually evolving our product range with increased demand for sustainable energy products and components to meet everchanging, worldwide requirements.

Find out more here.

Pacific Coast Technical Institute (PCTI) is a leading nationwide provider of tertiary education programmes in primary industries such as Apiculture (Beekeeping), Animal Care, Aquaculture, Horticulture, and Agriculture services such as Quads, LUV, Brix, and GPS.

At PCTI, we deliver apprenticeships in Craft Baking, certificates in Food and Beverage Processing, as well as a variety of short courses for Bay of Plenty employers. These courses cover essential topics such as Food Hygiene, Industrial Heights, Horticulture, Barista skills, and Confined Space training.

PCTI also delivers the Youth Guarantee programme, which provides a pathway from school to further study, work or training. This programme provides successful candidates with a wider range of learning opportunities, including free training and education for one year, covering tuition fees, course materials, and necessary equipment.

If you are interested in any of our programmes, we encourage you to visit our stand at Canvas and inquire about the possibilities available at PCTI.”

Discover more here.

PIHMS specialise in hospitality, tourism and hotel education with a guaranteed paid job offer with earning potential of $30,000 during the course.

Over the past 20 years Pacific International Hotel Management School Limited based in New Plymouth, has put over 2400 young students through internationally recognised qualifications and into top jobs in New Zealand and all over the globe.

Find out more here.

Page Macrae Engineering has attended the Canvas Tauranga Careers Expo for 15 years, using the opportunity to connect with the wider community, explain what we do, and showcase the projects we work on. It also allows us to encourage both young people and adults to consider a career with strong future prospects. The expo is especially valuable for meeting young people at a stage when career choices can feel confusing and overwhelming. Through informal conversations at our stand, our team can share our experience and help simplify the options, making it easier for individuals to identify the path that may suit them best.

At Page Macrae Engineering we maintain a thriving apprenticeship programme to ensure we have skilled tradespeople for the future. The expo gives us the added advantage to meet young students and their families, some of which have already decided upon a career in engineering. It’s a great opportunity to learn about our apprenticeship programmes, arrange a visit to our company and see live projects in progress. Our modern, well-equipped workshops, commitment to training and development as well as rewarding work environment for our people makes us one of the most sought-after employers in the industry offering one of the best apprenticeships to be found in New Zealand and Australia. Our dedicated training team ensures that through quality training and mentoring, we produce some of the highest achievers in the trade.

The Canvas Tauranga Careers Expo has been the initial meeting place where many of our finest engineers, managers and admin staff have originated from over the years. Come and visit us at this year’s Expo.

Bring the family to let us show you what we are about and learn about exiting opportunities that exist with Page Macrae Engineering.

Discover more here.

Pathways Bible College is a tertiary theological institution located in the beautiful coastal city of Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. We offer NZQA-approved Level 5 and Level 6 programmes, providing students from across New Zealand the opportunity to study through a blended learning model. This includes face-to-face teaching at block courses held at Pāpāmoa Beach, access to online resources through Pathways Connect, and practical ministry conducted from their home locations.

Find out more about our programmes and how you can join us on this transformative journey. Learn more here.

New Zealand’s largest, fastest-growing and most efficient port. Handling a third of all NZ cargo, nearly 40% of NZ exports and nearly half of all shipping containers. It is the only NZ port able to accommodate the largest container vessels to arrive in our waters. 

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Priority One is the Western Bay of Plenty region's economic development agency. The organisation's role is to grow a sustainable economy that improves productivity and delivers prosperity to local people and communities.

Find out more at: www.priorityone.co.nz

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With operations spanning over 200 locations across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia, wherever we are, we help to keep communities strong and the wheels of industry turning through our key supply chain infrastructure.

Click here to view current opportunities.

Education for the Future.
Tourism | Business | Technology

QRC is New Zealand’s premier school of Tourism, Business and Technology. Whether you aspire to a career in adventure tourism, wish to enter the world of hospitality or get into the dynamic tech industry, QRC will prepare you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to successfully pursue your chosen career. Through a blended delivery of theory, practical & professional learning, QRC encourages you to...

Think it. Current and specialist theory delivered by industry and academic experts.
Do it. Practical learning built around individual goals and aspirations.
Be it. Professional application preparing for a career in Hospitality, Adventure Tourism or entry into the tech industry.

Discover more here.

RAM3D is the largest independent metal 3D printing service provider in Australasia. We are recognised leaders in Additive Manufacturing, focusing on Selective Laser Melting (SLM) in Titanium, Stainless Steel and Inconel metal alloy powders.  Whether it’s space, sea, high performance sports or defence; we take pride in our 3D printing process.

We are at the leading edge of this innovative international industry, constantly striving to stay ahead of the game with our crew of ultimate problem solvers.

Since 2009, we have played a vital role in raising awareness and educating on design for additive manufacturing whilst shifting from prototyping to full scale production.

Together, RAM3D’s team embraces the fast evolving 3D printing industry by navigating often uncharted territory to land valuable solutions for our clients across the globe.

The industries we specialise in include Aerospace, Cycling & Sport, Defence, Industrial, Marine, Oil, Gas & Geothermal.

Find out more here.

Shot is dedicated to crafting top-tier gear. Their high-end tungsten darts are 100% designed, prototyped, and made by their team of passionate "dartisans" in Katikati New Zealand.  This end-to-end approach gives Shot total control over quality and precision. Every dart runs the gauntlet, going through barrel design, CAD, precision CNC machining, milling, grooving, shaping, enrobing in colours and coatings, then finessing, pointing, match weighting, checking, and packing. If it doesn't make their grade, it doesn't make your game.

Each Shot dart tells a unique story with designs inspired by Vikings, Celts, Maori artist collabs, to co-creations with World Champion Michael Smith.

Find out more here.

The Agribusiness in Schools and Sow the Seed programmes connect young people with the wide range of opportunities available across the primary industries and support teachers to better deliver high-quality agri-education in their classrooms. We build awareness of the possibilities and opportunities that sit behind one of New Zealand's most vital industries. These careers span agronomy, technology, science, marketing, commerce and so much more. The future of food and fibre is being shaped by people with all kinds of interests and skills. Where do you fit?

Click here for more information.

Test your money skills and Win $100.

Are you ready to manage your money like a pro? Test your skills at the Stacks stall and go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 Prezzy Cards.  To enter at the stall all you need to do is…………………

- Ask Mo – Stacks’ AI-powered, MoneyChat tool. Ask any money question and get a trusted, financial advisor verified answer.

- Play Stacks’ MoneyQuest game, practise making real-life money decisions you’ll need to make sooner than you know.

Teachers:  From 2027 teaching financial education will be compulsory for Years 0 – 10.  Stacks can help.  Come see us at the Stacks stand.

About Stacks:

Stacks www.stacks.org.nz is the financial education platform developed and provided free of charge to schools and young New Zealanders nationwide, by the PMG Charitable Trust.

YES (Young Enterprise Scheme) is a year-long in school business building programme delivered by Stand Tall.

Students form teams to create and run a real business and develop entrepreneurial skills in an authentic and applied way.

Stand Tall is bringing the YES Market to the Canvas Careers showcase again this year to position Entrepreneurship as a genuine career pathway and as a key concept to discover and apply exceptional employability skills.

Find out more here.

 

Providing Ambulance Services throughout New Zealand will always be a core activity for St John, however we’re also playing an increasing role in meeting the broader health needs of New Zealand communities.

We believe it’s important to develop strong communities to help people live independently, get the social connections they need and improve their wellbeing. Central to everything we achieve is the energy and generosity of our volunteers and supporters.

Find out more here.

STEAM-ED Charitable Trust provides the 'grass roots' of knowledge for students wishing to one day pursue careers in engineering, technology or science fields.  They provide home school, after school, in-school and EOTC lessons in a range of topics, as well as school holiday programmes.  Although they usually cater to students 5-13yrs, workshops can be arranged to cater for high school students or students transitioning into the workforce.

Learn more here.

Make new friends, learn a new language, and grow in ways you never imagined. That’s what an exchange year in high school is all about – with the full support of STS.  

Come and see us and learn more about what exciting opportunities can await you.  Explore the world, Discover You.

Click here for more information.

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is a uniquely Māori learning environment for everyone. No matter who you are, if you're a New Zealand Citizen or resident living in NZ, we have amazing study possibilities for you.

If you want to learn in an environment that’s been designed for your success and you don’t want to go far from home to do it, this is the place for you. For over 30 years we’ve been delivering recognised qualifications to meet the needs of school leavers, business professionals, empty-nest mums and dads, indigenous academics and kaumātua.

Certificates, diplomas, degrees and a masters degree, we do it all. And we do it with commitment, aroha, and all the support you might need along the way. Culturally rich and inclusive, we believe that what's good for Māori is good for the world, and we'd love for you to come and experience that.

We’ve got sites in 80 towns and cities around the country where you can upskill, get started on a learning journey, or have a second chance at education. So come on, check us out. We'd love you to be part of our whānau

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi was established in 1991 by Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa, opened in 1992 and officially became a Wānanga in 1997. Awanuiārangi is one of only three institutions designated as Wānanga under the Education Act 1989.

The establishment of Awanuiārangi was an important step that recognised the role of education in providing positive pathways for Māori development. Since that time the institution has offered a range of qualifications, from community education programmes, Certificates and Diplomas to Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees.

The founding kaupapa is:

Rukuhia te mātauranga ki tōna hōhonutanga me tōna whānuitanga.
Pursue knowledge to its greatest depths and its broadest horizons.

Discover more here.

Our changing world creates new opportunities and challenges every day. At the University of Waikato, we’re responding to these changes, leading the way with an innovative approach to education. Come and talk to us at the Tauranga Careers Expo to discover everything you need to know about studying at Waikato, and how we can set you up for a successful career.

Download a prospectus from the University website:
http://www.waikato.ac.nz/study/prospectus 

Thrive helps you choose your career with confidence. 

Thrive Careers helps students make confident decisions about subjects, study and life after school.

Using strengths-based coaching and real insight into what employers look for, we help young people understand themselves, explore possible pathways and take practical next steps toward their future.

Find out more at: thrivecareers.co.nz

Come and meet the Tinkd Makerspace team.

Got a great business idea? Are you a budding entrepreneur?
Discover how to quickly and cost-efficiently create products without having to purchase or invest in expensive tools and equipment. If you need assistance using cool gear such as 3D printers or Laser cutters or even just want to bounce ideas around, our team of experts is on hand to help.

Find out more here.

Toi Kai Rawa Trust is the Regional Māori economic development organisation in the Bay of Plenty.  Our mission is to awaken, weave, and incubate innovative solutions to ignite Māori economies throughout the region.

With a proven track record, Toi Kai Rawa excels in delivering tailored economic development initiatives, such as Toi Ki Tua, Hihiko Te Rawa Auaha and He Rangatahi He Anamata.  We focus on Māori land development, strengthening Māori business networks, empowering rangatahi Māori, and supporting Māori communities.  Our approach combines co-design, rapid prototyping, scaling, and successful deployment to achieve impactful outcomes. 

Learn more here: https://www.toikairawa.co.nz/

At Toi Ohomai, we are dedicated to empowering your journey towards success through high-quality education and career-focused learning. From foundation-level study to certificates, diplomas, degrees, and postgraduate courses, we offer the perfect study pathway to help you achieve your personal, academic, and career goals.

We provide flexible study options designed to fit your lifestyle, including part-time, full-time, and online courses. Whether you’re starting your education journey, changing careers, or upskilling for the future, our wide range of courses gives you the opportunity to study in a way that works for you.

Toi Ohomai delivers courses across Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō, Tokoroa, and Whakatāne, and is the largest tertiary education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Our campuses offer modern learning environments, practical training opportunities, and strong connections with local industries and employers.

Our smaller class sizes allow for more personalised learning and one-on-one support, helping students thrive academically and personally. We believe in supporting the whole student, which is why our dedicated pastoral care and student support services are designed to promote your wellbeing, confidence, and success throughout your studies.

Find out more here.

At Westpac New Zealand, our purpose is creating better futures together. It’s what we do, who we are and why we come to work every day. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive.

What's most important to us is understanding what a better future means to our customers and helping them get there. Our first customer came from the Otago goldfields in 1861, what began as Australia’s first and oldest banking institution, today is a bank firmly entrenched in the lives and landscape of Aotearoa New Zealand. Now with more than 1.5 million customers, and 5,000 employees in communities nationwide we continue to help New Zealanders succeed.

If you’re passionate about helping create better futures for our customers, find out more here.

yia! – Young Innovator Awards is an annual school competition run by Priority One, helping to create tomorrow's innovators by offering a hands-on, learn-by-doing experience and by challenging students to come up with amazing innovative ideas for tomorrow.

Find out more at: www.yia.co.nz

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Yoobee Colleges Limited offers a range of qualifications in tourism, beauty and the creative industries through its providers Yoobee College of Creative Innovation https://www.yoobee.ac.nz/), Elite School of Beauty and Spa (please link to website https://www.elitebeautyschool.co.nz/, Cut Above Academy (link to website https://www.cutabove.ac.nz/) and NZ School of Tourism (please link to website https://www.nzschooloftourism.co.nz/)

In Tauranga, we offer Level 3, 4 and 5 qualifications in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy through the Elite School of Beauty and Spa. At Elite, we believe in creating a family environment where learning, support, and empowerment are part of the culture. We also offer some fees-free courses for eligible students.

So, if you enjoy making people feel good about themselves, studying at Elite is the place for you. A career in beauty and hairdressing is highly rewarding and the industry is constantly evolving and growing so you will continue to be challenged throughout your career.

To find out more, visit the Elite website https://www.elitebeautyschool.co.nz/makeup-beauty-courses/ 

Ko wai matou? Who are we?

Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit.

We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers. 

He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?

Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 900+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.  

Visit www.zespri.com/en-NZ