Some ways Sharon offers Career Support:
- 1-1 onboarding meeting for all students. This is a time for Sharon to learn the student’s goals for studying with NZIE and what they hope to get out of the course (eg: a job, internships, particular skills).
- CV support, as well as cover letters, proofreading, and editing.
- Sharing job opportunities on Learning Hub, or by directly getting in touch with students who could be a good fit.
- Offboarding session for graduates to discuss their post-study goals. Sharon will check in and see if the graduate needs extra support in finding work, changing roles, or even if they would like to study any more courses on offer at NZIE.
New Zealand is in desperate need of Digital Marketers:
According to Amazon web services, from 2023 a million workers will need digital skills training. However, long university degrees are no longer a requirement:
“There is a big misconception that you have to have four-year degree and a student loan to work in tech. That is changing fast. Employers in tech are looking for people with life experience and who are trainable. We have hired people who have done a four-month course.” Game Developers Association chairwoman, Chelsea Rapp
Sharon has experienced first-hand the demand for Digital Marketers
“I do experience more companies reaching out to me [asking for workers] than students [looking for work]. What I experience the most is companies that are desperate for the right person.
“Students sometimes don't feel confident [or] feel under qualified...We encourage them to apply because they probably have the knowledge and the capability to get the job. We know, with our support, they will get it”
Sharon, NZIE Student Success Advisor
Need Career Support? Contact Sharon [email protected] or call 0800 69 33 82