Kia ora!
The #1 Platform Employers Use to Engage with
primary & secondary schools
Build Your Future Workforce with
Explore Careers
We’re Explore Careers, ANZ's leading Careers, Employment and Education platform, linking over 300 + leading employers with 2 million students, career advisors, teachers and parents.
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Primary Schools - We partner with all primary schools in NZ.
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Secondary Schools - We partner with all secondary schools in NZ.
At Explore Careers, we understand that building a robust & diverse future talent pipeline is crucial for the success of any organisation and industry. That's why we're here to help.
We recognise that while many employers and industry groups aspire to engage with schools they often lack the time, resources and network to do so consistently and effectively.
Our platform is tailored to meet the unique needs of employers, providing you with opportunities to connect with students, build your brand, and showcase your organisation and/or industry as a great place to work.
By partnering with Explore Careers, you'll be future-proofing your organization with a better-educated and more diverse workforce, ready to take on whatever comes next.
Join us today and let's create a brighter future together!
Trusted by the world's leading employers
We partner with small, medium & large employers across all industry groups.
Why Partner with Explore Careers?
Explore Careers provides numerous benefits for employers looking to engage with schools to promote their organisation to the next generation.
Access to a vast network
Explore Careers has established relationships with over 2,000 primary & secondary schools, engaging with more than 2 million students. This expansive network allows employers to reach a broader audience than they could independently.
Customised Partnerships
Explore Careers collaborates with each employer to create tailored partnerships that meet specific needs. This includes branded content, event organization, eMarketing, webinars, and access to our network of educators and school counselors.
Increased Brand Visibility
By partnering with Explore Careers, employers can enhance their brand visibility and reputation among secondary school students and educators. This helps build brand awareness and fosters positive associations with students.
Expertise in Education
Navigating the education sector can be complex and time-consuming, especially for those unfamiliar with it. Partnering with Explore Careers provides access to our team of experts, who have years of experience and can help employers effectively manage school partnerships.
Efficiency
Partnering with Explore Careers streamlines the process of reaching out to individual schools and coordinating with various staff members. Our program provides a single point of contact, saving employers time and resources.
Streamlined Recruitment
Explore Careers can simplify the recruitment process by providing access to a pool of pre-vetted, interested candidates. This reduces the need for extensive recruitment efforts, saving employers time and resources.
Audience + Reach
Becoming a partner with us opens doors to an audience that would take years to cultivate on your own.
Our extensive network provides you immediate access to a wide array of educational institutions, students and their key influencers.
300 +
Employers
Small
Medium
Large
2 Million
Students
11yrs to 23 yrs
Key Influencers
School Counselors
Teachers
Parents
Principles
2,000
Primary Schools +
Secondary Schools
Public
Private
Regional
#1
In NZ
Across all schools
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Program Locations
New Zealand
Australia
United States
United Kingdom
The Impact of Proactively Engaging with Schools
A national sample size of 10,000 students, representing a diverse demographic.
78%
Increased Interest in Companies:
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78% of school students are more likely to become interested in a company if they have had engaging interactions with its representatives or through its outreach programs.
Report by McKinsey & Company
65%
Enhanced Brand Perception:
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Companies that actively engage with students through school programs see a 65% improvement in brand perception among young talent.
Report by McKinsey & Company
70%
Higher Application Rates:
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70% of school students reported they are more inclined to apply for job opportunities at companies they interacted with during their school years.
Report by McKinsey & Company
60%
Retention of Young Talent:
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Employers who invest in engaging with school students early on experience a 60% higher retention rate of young employees within the first two years of employment.
Report by McKinsey & Company
80%
Positive Word-of-Mouth:
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80% of students are likely to share their positive experiences with peers, enhancing the company’s reputation as a desirable place to work.
Report by McKinsey & Company
72%
Student Loyalty
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72% of students who had positive engagement experiences with companies express strong loyalty to those brands, influencing their career choices favorably.
Report by McKinsey & Company
How do we connect your organisation with
primary & secondary schools?
With our 12-month communication program, we ensure that your organization stays connected with high schools, technical/trade schools, and two-year colleges
every day of the year, without fail.
The Explore Careers team manages a wide array of activities to keep your organization engaged and visible. From coordinating high school events and creating your profile on explorecareers.com to conducting video interviews, webinars, and eMarketing campaigns, we cover all bases to promote your job opportunities effectively.
ExploreCareers.co.nz
ExploreCareers.co.nz gives students, school counselors, teachers and parents access to your information quickly and easily.
e-Marketing
Our e-Marketing enables employers to engage and target the school community directly. By delivering updates on future careers and education options, students gain insights into organisations, fostering awareness and interest.
Employee Spotlight
Employee interviews are the most up-to-date and convenient way for students and school counselors to stay in the loop and learn all they need about your organisation
Jobs
Through our innovative platform, we have the unique ability to identify schools in the local area and effortlessly dispatch job openings that align with your criteria directly to students and their trusted school counselors.
Events & Webinars
Connect directly with students, school counselors, teachers, and parents, either face-to-face or virtually. This ensures effective communication, builds relationships, and allows for flexible interaction to support student success.
Mini-Mag
From Entry-Level Jobs, Apprenticeships, Graduate Pathways to Industry Deep Dives, the Mini-Mag covers a broad range of topics for every student, no matter where they are in their career exploration journey.
6 Channels. 1 Solution.
Our
Story
Elevate Your Brand with ExploreCareers.co.nz
ExploreCareers.co.nz revolutionises how students access your organisation's career information.
Say goodbye to cumbersome searches! With just a few clicks, our user-friendly platform provides instant access to all the essential details students need to explore career opportunities within your organisation.
Whether you're a high school student exploring career paths or a counselor guiding students, ExploreCareers.co.nz is their essential resource.
Our platform offers a comprehensive suite of features designed for students, including detailed organisation insights, staff profiles, immersive 'Day in the Life' experiences, upcoming events and webinars, latest job opportunities, accolades, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Key Features:
Our platform offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to attract and inform students:
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About Us: Share your organization’s mission, vision, and values.
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Staff Profiles: Highlight key team members and their roles.
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Day in the Life: Provide immersive experiences to showcase different roles within your organization.
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Events/Webinars: Promote upcoming events and webinars.
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Job Postings: List the latest job opportunities.
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Awards: Display accolades and industry recognition.
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Diversity & Inclusion: Show your commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Podcasts and More: Engage students with various multimedia content.
ExploreCareers.com is more than just a job board. It’s a gateway for students to immerse themselves in your organization’s culture and opportunities. By providing detailed insights and interactive content, you can attract the next generation of talent who are eager to contribute and grow with your company.
Engage and Inspire with Dynamic Events and Webinars
Ready to connect with a diverse audience of students, school counselors, teachers, and parents? Our platform offers the flexibility to engage both in-person and virtually through dynamic webinars.
We understand that planning events can be a daunting task. That's why our experienced event management team takes the lead, ensuring a hassle-free process. From arranging workplace visits to executing high-quality webinars, we handle all the logistics so you can focus on delivering an exceptional message to your audience.
How We Can Help:
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School-Based Events: We promote and manage events directly at schools.
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Workplace Visits: Coordinate visits to your organisation or invite schools to experience your workplace.
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Work Experience Programs: Facilitate programs that provide valuable hands-on experience.
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Webinars: Conduct engaging webinars that inform and inspire.
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Hiring Events: Organise events focused on recruitment and talent acquisition.
Partner with us to create impactful connections that resonate with your future workforce.
Employee Spotlight: Showcasing Your Team's Success Stories
Showcase Your Company to Future Talent
Employee interviews offer an invaluable opportunity for students and school counselors to learn about your organization directly from the people who make it tick.
These interviews provide detailed insights into various roles, career paths, and experiences within your company, helping potential future employees understand your culture, values, and the opportunities you offer.
How We Make It Easy
At Explore Careers, we handle the entire process of creating these impactful interviews for you:
1. Identify the Interviewee: Simply inform us who will be representing your company.
2. Receive Questions: We'll provide a set of recommended questions tailored to highlight the unique aspects of your organization and the interviewee's role.
3. Production & Editing: Our team takes care of producing and editing the interview to ensure it meets your specifications and showcases your company in the best light.
4. Approval & Distribution: Once the interview is complete, we’ll send it to you for final approval before distributing it to high schools and uploading it to explorecareers.com.
5. Full Ownership and Versatility: You will have full ownership of the interview content. Use it across all your channels to reach even more potential candidates and amplify your employer brand.
Maximise Your Outreach with Our Monthly e-Marketing Newsletter
Enhance your connection with the our school community—students, school counselors, teachers, and parents—through our targeted monthly e-Marketing newsletter.
This tool is designed to keep your message clear and engaging, ensuring your career opportunities and updates reach the right audience effectively. By leveraging our e-Marketing service, you can provide valuable insights that help students and parents make informed choices about their futures.
What Your organisation Will Gain from Our Monthly e-Marketing:
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Showcase Job Opportunities: Highlight internships and job openings that appeal to students eager to gain experience.
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Promote Upcoming Events: Share details about career fairs, workshops, and essential events that matter to your audience.
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Deliver Latest News: Keep recipients in the loop with news that impacts their educational and career pathways.
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Engage with Surveys: Solicit feedback through surveys to understand schools and students needs better.
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Offer Relevant Career Resources: Provide additional information and resources critical for students' career planning.
Build Strong Connections with Your Community
Our e-Marketing newsletter empowers you to effectively engage with specific demographics, ensuring your message resonates with educators and students alike:
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Precision Targeting: Reach schools in select states or areas, including technical programs and those in underserved communities.
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Engagement of Key Stakeholders: Cultivate meaningful connections with students, school counselors, teachers, principals, and parents, fostering opportunities that align with their needs.
Unlocking Talent with Explore Careers
Finding promising talent can be a challenge for many employers, especially when targeting students. With Explore Careers, we make it easy to connect with the next generation of workers right where they are.
Why Choose Explore Careers?
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Local School Partnerships: We have strong relationships with schools in your area, allowing us to seamlessly share your job openings with students through their trusted school counselors.
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Tailored Job Matching: Unlike traditional job boards, our approach ensures that job opportunities align with students' skills and interests, enhancing the likelihood of successful placements.
Jobs including:
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Full-time, part-time, hourly and casual
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Apprenticeships / Traineeships
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Work experience
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Internships and more.
Our
Story
ExploreCareers Mini-Mag: Your Gateway to Talent and Opportunity
Our eMarketing platform, enhanced by the quarterly digital Mini-Mag, is your perfect solution. Each issue of the Mini-Mag explores a different career-related topic, from Apprenticeships and Graduate Pathways to Industry Deep Dives, ensuring a comprehensive resource for every student, no matter where they are in their career exploration.
Employers can expect:
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Enhanced Visibility: Gain unparalleled exposure to a wide audience of students actively seeking career guidance and opportunities. Your company will be front and center, recognized as a leader in supporting educational and career development.
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Employer Branding: Position your company as a top employer. Showcase your dedication to nurturing future talent and contributing to their career journeys. Your presence in the Mini-Mag highlights your commitment to education and professional growth.
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Engagement: Foster meaningful relationships with emerging talent. Establish a direct line of communication with potential candidates who are eager to learn about and engage with your company.
Your Tailored 12-Month Activity Planner
Once you select your package with Explore Careers, we’ll craft a personalized 12-month activity planner just for you. This planner is designed to ensure you achieve all your key milestones and activities throughout the year, without any hassle on your part.
Our dedicated team at Explore Careers will handle all the details and heavy lifting, so you can focus on what really matters to you.
What's Included?
The activities in your planner will be customised based on the package you choose:
Starter
Growth
Advantage
See below (become a partner) for more details.
Timeline
August 2024 to August 2025
* 4-months shown only in the example
Dec 23
ExploreCareers.com
EY Profile is built/approved and goes LIVE.
PR Announcement
PR announcement will go out announcing the partnership between EY & EC on 11.26.23.
EY to supply a blurb to be included in the PR release by 12.01.23.
Partnership Monthly Recap
Monthly catch-up/review EY & EC
on 12.28.23.
Reporting & Analytics
To be sent prior to the monthly partnership recap meeting
12.28.23.
Jan 24
Weekly eDM
Weekly eDM Topic Tadiwa story, Graduate to Partner
EY to send content by 01.15.2024
eDM to be sent out 01.22.2024
Audience will be, High Schools and Tech/Trade
Job Postings
New Jobs to be added to EY's profile and sent out in targeted eDM.
Partnership Monthly Recap
Monthly catch-up/review EY & EC
on 01.27.24.
Reporting & Analytics
To be sent prior to the monthly partnership recap meeting
01.26.24.
Feb 24
Video Interview
Interview booked in with graduate on 02.04.2024
Interview Questions and interview preperation doc sent to the interviewee. 02.24.2024
Video will be released on by 03.04.2024.
ExploreCareers.com (update)
New images to be supplied by EY
by 02.26.24.
Partnership Monthly Recap
Monthly catch-up/review EY & EC
on 02.28.24.
Reporting & Analytics
To be sent prior to the monthly partnership recap meeting
02.28.24.
Example
March 24
Webinar
Webinar booked in with on 03.13.24 to be pre recorded.
ExploreCareers will send through the link, unless EY has their own.
Release date of the Webinar 03.22.24.
Upload to EY profile
sent in eDM on 03.27.24
Audience is nationwide.
Partnership Monthly Recap
Monthly catch-up/review EY & EC
on 03.28.24.
Reporting & Analytics
To be sent prior to the monthly partnership recap meeting
03.28.24.
CEO's Prioritising Future Talent Development through
school engagement
As CEOs, we are acutely aware that the success of our organizations hinges on our ability to cultivate a workforce equipped with the skills and insights necessary for tomorrow's challenges. Engaging with high schools and investing in the development of future talent is not merely a strategic move; it is an essential commitment to the sustainability of our industries.
By partnering with platforms such as Explore Careers, we can reach and nurture young minds, ensuring that they are not only aware of career possibilities but also prepared to embark on their professional journeys. It is our responsibility to lead the charge in shaping a future-ready workforce, and together, we can make significant strides in creating pathways that enable students to thrive in the competitive job market.
Championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Elevate your organisation's DE&I initiatives to connect with the student community.
At our core, we are dedicated to building forward-thinking work environments that celebrate diversity and foster inclusivity. We believe that businesses thrive when they embrace a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
Our Explore Careers program empowers employers to communicate their commitment to diversity directly to their target audience. By leveraging our channels, you can effectively reach and engage the diverse talent pool that aligns with your organisational goals, reinforcing your dedication to a more inclusive future.
Here are our 8 DEI focus groups your organisation can target
Gender Equality
Low Socioeconomic
Disability
Cultural
LGBTIQA+
Neurodiversity
Ethnicity
Maori & Pasifika
Testimonials
"We are incredibly grateful for our partnership, which has allowed us to expand our outreach to high schools across the country. Without this collaboration, we would not have been able to make the impact we have."
Claire, EVP Human Resources
Career Advisor Testimonials
"Explore Careers is a beneficial program that encourages students to think about their future careers beyond the classroom. It exposes them to different industries and professions, broadening their knowledge and ambitions. Through this initiative, students can explore their passions, discover new interests, and develop the skills necessary to pursue fulfilling careers. It's an exciting opportunity that sets our students on the path to success".
Wayne, Career Advisor
Partner with Us
We are excited to offer three tailored options for you to become our partner
1
Starter
For employers wanting to engage with their future talent, when time and resources are in short supply.
12-month access to schools
1 x Profile on explorecareers.co.nz
1 x Monthly eMarketing Campaign
1 x Targeted eMarketing Campaign
5 x Student Job Postings
$16,500 per year
($1,375 per month)
*Rates will be increasing from October 1, 2024 by $1,250
2
Growth
This package offers additional resources to help you reach a wider range of students and further promote your employer brand.
12-month access to schools
1 x Profile on explorecareers.co.nz
1 x Events
1 x Employee spotlight Interviews
1 x Mini-Mag Inclusion
2 x Monthly eMarketing Campaign
2 x Targeted eMarketing Campaign
25 x Student Job Postings
$21,000 per year
($1,750 per month)
*Rates will be increasing from October 1, 2024 by $1,500
3
Advantage
This package provides clients with the ultimate Explore Careers experience and offers the most comprehensive range of resources available.
12-month access to schools
1 x Profile on explorecareers.co.nz
2 x Events
2 x Employee Spotlight Interviews
4 x Mini-Mag Inclusions
4 x Monthly eMarketing Campaign
4 x Targeted eMarketing Campaign
Unlimited x Job Postings
Unlimited x Diversity profiles
$25,500 per year
($2,125 per month)
*Rates will be increasing from October 1, 2024 by $2,000
The Consequences of Failing to Engage with Schools
The Stats Don't Lie.
50%
Higher Turnover Rates:
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Companies that avoid interaction with young talent see a 50% increase in employee turnover during the first year, as new hires often lack loyalty or a strong sense of connection to the company.
Report by McKinsey & Company
60%
Missed Diversity Opportunities:
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Companies that do not engage with school students often miss out on 60% of diverse talent pools, limiting their ability to foster an inclusive workplace and appeal to a broader range of customers.
Report by McKinsey & Company
65%
Skill Gaps:
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Failing to engage with younger generation can result in a 65% increase in skill gaps, as employers find that candidates are unprepared for the specific needs of their industry, leading to increased training costs.
Report by McKinsey & Company
75%
Negative Brand Perception:
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Companies that lack engagement schools report a 75% higher likelihood of negative perceptions among young candidates, significantly deterring potential applicants from considering their job openings.
Report by McKinsey & Company
80%
Compromised Community Relations:
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Employers who are disconnected from local schools suffer from weakened community ties, with 80% reporting diminished local support, which can adversely affect their reputation and business growth.
Report by McKinsey & Company
50%
Declining Application Rates:
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Organizations that do not prioritize engagement initiatives experience a 50% decline in application rates from students, leading to fewer qualified candidates and a narrower talent pool.
Report by McKinsey & Company
Introducing Our Latest Partners
You're in good company
"The future depends on what you do today."
Thank you for considering our program. As the director and a father of three girls, I am deeply committed to empowering the next generation with the tools they need to succeed.
I look forward to personally welcoming you and your organisation to our program and collaborating to make a positive impact on the lives of our students and your future workforce.
Let's GO!
Thank you.
Daniel Stoneman
Managing Director
Explore Careers