Sources
Part of the research process is finding the
right information resources. Below are some
commonly used sources:

c
P University careers services, particularly their
web content and their CareerHub sites

c
P internet jobs sites and search engines

c
P www.careers.govt.nz

c
P www.graduatecareers.com.au

c
P www.gradsonline.com.au

c
P www.auckland.ac.nz/careersearch -- the
University of auckland Careers services’
online careers library catalogue

c
P Newspapers (many have pages devoted to
specific industries/sectors on particular days
of the week)

c
P reputable journals/magazines in your
industry or profession

c
P University departments, faculties, libraries
and alumni office

c
P Professional associations and industry
bodies

c
P your personal network
Make it a habit
Undertaking regular research is also important
in maintaining your employability once you
have launched your career. By making research
a habit, you will ensure you are always aware of:

c
P Changes in your industry and work
prospects

c
P your employer’s position in the marketplace

c
P Current events and issues relevant to both
your employer and industry
Up-to-date knowledge

c
P Future training and skills requirements
about your industry
and profession is

c
P Merging opportunities
empowering: you will
A r t i c l e u p d a t e d f o r N e w Z e a l a n d b y M i c h e l l e A s h ,
network better, work
L i n c o l n U n i v e r s i t y E m p l o y m e n t L i a i s o n U n i t .
better and know what
opportunities are out
there and which ones
to seize. If you do your
homework, you will
have an edge in the
competitive job market.
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