New Zealand Long-Term Work

If you’re planning on spending a substantial amount of time (more than three months) working in New Zealand, search for a job well in advance. Remember that you’ll have to find a niche that can’t easily be filled by a local laborer, so work closely with potential employers to ensure that you will be cleared for a work permit. Be sure to read about long-term work eligibility on the Immigration Service website. Below is a list of resources for finding long-term work:

Bunac, P.O. Box 430, Southbury, CT 06488, USA (☎203-264-0901; www.bunac.org). Charges US$495 for organizing work permits, job placement, and travel through New Zealand for Brits and Americans aged 18-35.
Council on International Educational Exchange (www.ciee.org). The US$450 fee includes orientation, a 2-night stay in Auckland, airport pickup, a certificate of eligibility to get a work permit, pre-trip advice, and the New Zealand Work Abroad Handbook. For US citizens who have been at school within the last 6 months.
Jobstuff.co.nz (http://jobstuff.co.nz). A thorough database of employment opportunities in New Zealand.
Monster (http://workabroad.monster.com). The international arm of the well-known network, Monster has job listings, as well as tips on how to prepare an appropriate resume and cover letter for New Zealand employers.
New Zealand Herald (www.nzherald.co.nz/classifieds). The online classifieds section of the Auckland-based newspaper has a lengthy section devoted to an eclectic assortment of job listings.

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seek.co.nz (www.seek.co.nz). Lists thousands of employment opportunities in and around New Zealand cities.
Work Experience Down Under, 2330 Marinship Way, Ste. 250, Sausalito, CA 94965, USA (☎415-339-2740; www.ccusa.com). The US$365 fee includes visa processing, work and travel insurance, 2 nights of accommodation, and access to a job search center. Ages 18-30.
Working in New Zealand (www.workingin-newzealand.com). A listings database that provides links to recruiting companies.