For Youth
Intensive 1-on-1 coaching matched to your strengths, situation, and lifestyle.
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Real coaching. Real results.
Intensive employment coaching for young New Zealanders aged 18–24. Build confidence, unlock opportunities, and transition into your next career move.
18–24 years
26 weeks of 1-on-1 coaching
plus 12 months of milestone support
Trusted by leading employers
50,000+
Job seekers supported
4,000+
Trusted NZ employers
$200M+
Value delivered
Ways to engage
A tailored approach to youth employment
For Employers
Access motivated young candidates ready to work, backed by ongoing coaching support.
Post a roleFor Whānau
Support your young person with a proven pathway into meaningful and sustainable employment.
Learn moreOvercoming obstacles
Breaking down employment barriers
Many young people face real challenges: motivation and overwhelm, disrupted sleep cycles, lack of routine, mental health struggles, and family instability. Standard programmes weren’t built for these realities — we are.
Our experienced team meets you where you are, co-designing a stress-free framework to navigate applications, readiness, and workplace transition.
The system
A structured path to success
Our clear, supportive process removes the guesswork from finding work.
- 01
Referral from MSD
Initial meeting — identify barriers and assess the level of support needed.
- 02
Individual Employment Plan
A clear, personalised action plan to achieve employment goals.
- 03
26-week intensive coaching
Employment preparation, mentoring, and pathway building into work.
- 04
12 months support
Milestone tracking at 1, 6 and 12 months for sustainable employment.
The training
Your 26 weeks programme
26 weeks 1-on-1 coaching · 12 month support
Job Search
- Identifying specific practical barriers
- Creating a tailored job search schedule
- Regular fortnightly coaching check-ins
- Refining role targets based on the local market
Readiness
- Professional CV and cover letter craft
- Confidence building and mock interview drills
- Aotearoa workplace etiquette training
- Presentation preparation and tech tips
Pathways
- Ongoing upskilling and local training advice
- Direct entry pathways into the NZ employer network
- Non-linear career support tailored to you
- Holistic long-term vocational mentoring
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Try finding work on Autopilot
Our AI-powered job matching scans every flexible role in New Zealand for you. Plus a CV writer, an application tracker, an AI career assistant, and an interview buddy built to work on autopilot.
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Matches, as they come in
New roles that fit your situation are surfaced as they are posted, with the reasons they matched.
For parents & providers
Know someone looking for work? Share Autopilot with them.
Autopilot does the heavy lifting by automatically matching young job seekers with local opportunities. All you have to do is introduce them to the platform.
Parents & whānau
Give your young people a head start and watch matches land directly in their inbox.
Teachers & career advisors
Equip students with self-managing tools that align their skills to live roles instantly.
Community & youth workers
Help local job seekers match directly with employers who value potential over experience.
Our promise
You won’t be doing this alone
“You won’t be doing this alone. Ongoing 1:1 coaching, someone to check in, guide, and advocate — support through setbacks, not just at the start.”
Ready to start your path?
Reach out today to connect with a mentor, or partner with us as an employer.
- Phone
- 021 294 6451
- Website
- jobsforyouth.co.nz
JOBS FOR YOUTHReal coaching. Real results.