Applying for jobs

Learn how to apply for jobs online anytime and create a CV using your Jobseeker profile.

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    What happens when you apply

    When you apply for a job, you are telling us you want the employer to consider you for the mahi. You can apply for the job online anytime — just go to the job listing and select Apply for this job.

    You can also apply for jobs over the phone, at a service centre or through your case manager during our open hours.

    We look at each application as it comes in. Then we send the employer a shortlist of people who suit the mahi. We let you know if you made the shortlist or if your application was unsuccessful.

    If you are on the shortlist, we send your application and CV to the employer. The employer chooses who they interview and who they offer the mahi to.

    When you apply we:

    Ask about your CV

    We check which CV you want us to send to the employer. You can use your Jobseeker profile as your CV or send us a CV you have created yourself.

    Ask about references

    We ask if you have someone who can talk about your work, study or character. This could be a boss, tutor, teacher or coach.

    Tell you about pre-employment checks

    We tell you about any checks the employer needs you to complete if you are offered mahi.

    Help to apply for jobs

    • How to apply for a job You can apply online anytime. You can also apply for jobs over the phone, with your case manager or at a service centre during our open hours.
    • How to create a CV using your Jobseeker profile Use the CV builder to create a CV using the information in your Jobseeker profile. Keep your profile up to date so you get the most out of your CV.
    • How to choose the right CV for you You can download a CV in seconds using your Jobseeker profile. If you want to change the look of your CV or what it says, there are other free online CV tools you can use.