Career Service

The HOD Careers is available before school, after school, at interval and lunchtime to students of all levels for short discussions about future education, training, career pathways and job search. No appointments are required during these times.

Students with career issues can request one-on-one interviews either by seeing the HOD Careers or emailing careers@mrgs.school.nz. This service is open to students at all levels within the school and includes assistance with CVs and job search.

A range of guest speakers from universities, P.T.Es, trades training, Defence Forces, Police etc. are invited to speak to interested students of all levels about their courses, entry requirements and the related job markets. Students also have the opportunity to attend a number of career events and trips to tertiary institutions.

Career and subject choices

Check out the link below from the CareersNZ website or see the HOD Careers.

• https://www.careers.govt.nz/courses/secondary-school-study-and-training-options/how-to-choose-ncea-subjects/
• https://www.careers.govt.nz/plan-your-career/get-ideas-for-your-career/how-to-get-ideas-for-your-career/
• https://www.careers.govt.nz/job-hunting/finding-work/job-hunting-tips/#cID_467

To get a job, you will also need a CV, so either attend one of our CV workshops or have a go at writing your own, using the CareersNZ CV Builder.

https://www.careers.govt.nz/tools/cv-builder/

What is Gateway?

The GATEWAY programme is designed to strengthen the pathway for Year 12 and 13 students to progress from school to the workplace.

It provides students with structured workplace learning, across a wide range of industries and businesses, while they continue to study at school.Students are given the opportunity to ‘test drive’ their career choices, while gaining valuable ‘real’ experience and ‘real’ learning. GATEWAY gives students confidence to make a smooth transition from school to work, while still attending school.

For more information email gateway@mrgs.school.nz

Who is eligible for the GATEWAY Programme?

• Year 13 and selected Year 12 students at Mt Roskill Grammar School
• Students who have a good attendance record
• Students who are ready to enter the working world but want some experience first
• Students who can keep up to date with academic studies while on placement
• Students who have a desire to explore a particular career path
• Students who have parental approval and support

How to apply

Students will be advised when application forms are available through the school’s daily notices.

Acceptance is by way of an application and interview process. The school reserves the right to select suitable students.

For more information on Gateway please email gateway@mrgs.school.nz.

Send completed form to gateway@mrgs.school.nz