Start shaping your future

Technology is a unique industry. Amid a digital revolution, it offers a career of opportunity and variety – and we’re here to support your journey.  

Whether you’re looking for a new job or want to remain well-informed, we’ve curated this technology career advice hub filled with popular articles and key topics for IT career success.   

Here you’ll find straightforward and practical advice to help your career grow, both today and tomorrow. Topics range from common IT advice to niche trends, the latest soft skills in demand, tech jobs of the future and more.  

Select from the below areas to browse our IT careers advice and navigate a successful career in New Zealand's constantly evolving technology landscape.

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Highest paying IT jobs in New Zealand

Information based on the findings from the latest Hays Salary Guide - with over 12,000 respondents, many from the world of technology, it is the authority for employers and employees on what salaries to expect in which roles.

How to write an IT resume: Template & Tips

Creating or revising your resume can appear to be a difficult task, especially if you've been out of the workforce for some time or are looking for your first IT or tech job. You undoubtedly have a lot to contribute to a technology employer.

How to write an IT cover letter: Template & Tips

Getting your job application noticed in today's increasingly competitive tech industry necessitates going above and beyond standard expectations. For a tech employer, a well-written cover letter may help you stand out from the crowd.

IT video interview tips: 11 ways to prepare

Looking for a new IT job? Skype, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams-based IT job interviews are becoming more & more commonplace. So it’s highly likely that you’ll be expected to do one at one point or another. We’ve prepared our top 11 tips.

7 soft skills IT employers prioritise

Soft skills are vital for tech professionals. While your core technical skills are  vital, blending them with soft skills is crucial if you want to advance your career and succeed in IT. Let's take a look at 7 soft skills to prioritise.

12 high-demand tech & IT jobs of the future

The world around us is changing. Today, long-term career success depends on your ability to anticipate the future. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the world of tech, where constant innovation combined with new legislation, and more.

Top IT jobs & skills in demand

Whether you’re hunting for your next great tech role or looking for the best IT talent to join your team, it’s always beneficial to keep track of the top IT skills in demand. Staying up to speed with the skills employers require will allow you to plan.