Finding Student Jobs and Knowing What to Expect
Our guide covers:
Where to look for student jobs
Look for a job/careers section on business websites where you can find and apply for jobs.
Examples are:
https://www.teenjobs.co.nz/
http://dogoodjobs.co.nz/
https://careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/graduates/cadet-programme/
http://www.backpackerboard.co.nz/work_jobs/auckland-jobs.php
http://www.newworld.co.nz/careers
https://mcdonalds.co.nz/learn/careers http://www.subway.com/subwayroot/careers/default.aspx
https://www.servingupthefuture.co.nz/kfc/working-here
http://newzealand.recruit.net/company-pita-pit-jobs
www.nz.indeed.com
http://www.numberoneshoescareers.co.nz/
http://www.vectorarena.co.nz/jobs/#employment-enquiry
http://edenpark.co.nz/about/careers
http://www.hoyts.co.nz/cinemas/careers.aspx
https://www.wowcareers.com.au for Countdown
http://www.trademe.co.nz/jobs
You can also find job vacancies on a number of sites such as:
Examples are:
https://www.teenjobs.co.nz/
http://dogoodjobs.co.nz/
https://careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/graduates/cadet-programme/
http://www.backpackerboard.co.nz/work_jobs/auckland-jobs.php
http://www.newworld.co.nz/careers
https://mcdonalds.co.nz/learn/careers http://www.subway.com/subwayroot/careers/default.aspx
https://www.servingupthefuture.co.nz/kfc/working-here
http://newzealand.recruit.net/company-pita-pit-jobs
www.nz.indeed.com
http://www.numberoneshoescareers.co.nz/
http://www.vectorarena.co.nz/jobs/#employment-enquiry
http://edenpark.co.nz/about/careers
http://www.hoyts.co.nz/cinemas/careers.aspx
https://www.wowcareers.com.au for Countdown
http://www.trademe.co.nz/jobs
You can also find job vacancies on a number of sites such as:
- Seek https://www.seek.co.nz/
- www.neighbourly.co.nz (you advertise your skills for hire to local community).
- Recruitment firms such as Kelly Services www.kellyservices.co.nz/
Social Media job hunting (and doing it right)
Reach out on Facebook to local cafes, restaurants and shops. The message function is the best way to do this, rather than a post on a business page. A suggested script covers the basics:
Hi Little Rock Café team. I’m Chris and I’m a student from North Auckland High School and am looking for part-time work. I’m available weekends, which I anticipate is your really busy period, and can start as early as needed. I’m a reliable, fast-learning, hard-working and trustworthy 17-year-old. If you would like to meet me, I’m available immediately – my number/Whatsapp is 021 511 001, or you can message me back with any questions. I look forward to your response. Kind regards, Chris Surname.
Before sending out anything via Facebook, make sure you have edited your public profile. Here is our suggested checklist:
Hi Little Rock Café team. I’m Chris and I’m a student from North Auckland High School and am looking for part-time work. I’m available weekends, which I anticipate is your really busy period, and can start as early as needed. I’m a reliable, fast-learning, hard-working and trustworthy 17-year-old. If you would like to meet me, I’m available immediately – my number/Whatsapp is 021 511 001, or you can message me back with any questions. I look forward to your response. Kind regards, Chris Surname.
Before sending out anything via Facebook, make sure you have edited your public profile. Here is our suggested checklist:
- Edit your social media – remove any photos of you looking like dogs, cats or other Snapchat animals. Keep it professional.
- Secure your privacy - https://www.facebook.com/help/325807937506242 outlines ways to make sure just your ‘friends’ see your photos and what you have posted or commented on.
Student Job FAQs
Know Your Rights at Work
Now you have a job. What are your rights at work? It is important to know rights so that an employer cannot take advantage for employees.
Minimum Wage Info is here
The minimum rights of employees are set out in legislation and cover such things as:
· Minimum pay
· Break entitlements
· Sick leave
· Public holidays
· Paid parental leave
· Union membership
There are a couple of useful links to websites below which outline your rights as a worker.
https://www.employment.govt.nz/
And
Q and A with Public Service Associations below
http://dogoodjobs.co.nz/workers-of-the-world-unite-know-your-rights-and-why-joining-a-join-makes-a-difference/
Minimum Wage Info is here
The minimum rights of employees are set out in legislation and cover such things as:
· Minimum pay
· Break entitlements
· Sick leave
· Public holidays
· Paid parental leave
· Union membership
There are a couple of useful links to websites below which outline your rights as a worker.
https://www.employment.govt.nz/
And
Q and A with Public Service Associations below
http://dogoodjobs.co.nz/workers-of-the-world-unite-know-your-rights-and-why-joining-a-join-makes-a-difference/
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