Massey Career and Development

27/05/2026

📢 Tonight!

Our free Sport NZ Graduate Q&A webinar starts at 5.30pm-6.30pm, on Microsoft Teams. Bring your questions! Current grads will share what they do, what we look for and simple tips to strengthen your application.

🔔 Register now for reminders and a calendar invite: https://buff.ly/8s5pj8M
👉 Apply before midday, 7 June 2026: https://buff.ly/d1xv78I

21/05/2026

2027 Graduate Development Programme at the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI):

Please join one of the webinars detailed below and learn about the 2027 Graduate Development Programme at the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).

These information webinars will share important information about MPI's Graduate Development Programme, what to expect from the 12-month programme, who they're looking for and the recruitment process. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about the programme during the session. They look forward to connecting with you!

Webinar dates, times and joining link:

1. MPI Graduate Programme webinar – Wednesday 22nd July 5 - 6 PM:

Register at:

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2. MPI Graduate Programme webinar – Monday 27th July 12 – 1 PM:

Register at:

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3. MPI Graduate Programme webinar – Friday 31st July 10 – 11 AM:

Register at:

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Please ensure you register your interest in attending one of the above sessions. On the day, you can join directly from your browser (if using a laptop) by clicking on the webinar link. Note: If you're using your phone to join the webinar, you must use (download) the Teams app before joining through the link.

About MPI - Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua:

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand’s food and fibre sector to be the world’s most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products. Their work stretches across paddocks, orchards, forests, and oceans. They're about promoting innovation, encouraging new technologies and investing in scientific research.

How to Apply for the Grad Programme - Me pēhea te tuku tono:

Applications open on Thursday 23rd July and close on Sunday August 9th, 2026, 11.59 PM.

To apply for the MPI Graduate Development Programme you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it. Go to the New Zealand Immigration website to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Make sure you visit their Grad programme and internships webpage regularly for updated information.

See: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/about-mpi/careers/working-mpi/career-opportunities-at-mpi-for-graduates-interns-and-young-people

05/05/2026

Humans in the Age of AI - Manawatū campus event:

Tue 19 May 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm.

Professionals working at the intersection of technology and human work will share what they're seeing on the ground.

This event is organised by Massey's School of Management and Marketing and by ManawaTech.

Massey students, staff, and recent Massey graduates can book in at:

https://myhub.massey.ac.nz/students/events/Detail/2794476

WHY ATTEND?

To gain insights from practitioners at the forefront of AI. In particular:

Skills decay and skills amplification
Your value in the job market
AI successes and failures

WHO’S SPEAKING?

Simon Swain, Silicon Labs
Amelia Harris, GenPrivacy
Claude (Anthropic AI)

EVENT DETAILS:

The event is free and catered. Refreshments will be provided

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Massey students and staff, Massey alumni and the general public.

04/05/2026

Applications are now open for the Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa Graduate Programme 2027/28.

This is a paid, 2‑year programme that supports the development of future leaders, while contributing to work that helps communities across Aotearoa to be active in ways that work for them.

The programme is not just for graduates who studied sport. We’re interested in graduates who want to apply their skills in areas like research, investment, education, kaupapa Māori, communications, marketing and programme delivery.

Find out more through the webinar outlined below and by going to:

https://careers.sportnzgroup.org.nz/jobdetails/ajid/T6vw7/Sport-NZ-Graduate-Programme-2027-28,31856.html

Know of any rangatahi who’d love a career in sport or recreation?

The Sport NZ Graduate Programme is a paid, 2‑year opportunity for young people to gain hands‑on experience and make a real difference across Aotearoa.

🎓 Graduate Q&A Webinar
🗓️ Thursday 14 May 2026
🕛 12.00pm (NZST)

Hear directly from current grads about the programme and how to apply.

👉 Please share with rangatahi in your clubs, schools or communities. Webinar link is on the application page: https://buff.ly/eedb1Sy

04/05/2026

Manawatū based, passionate about the primary industry, and keen to make a positive difference to New Zealand’s economic prosperity and in the management of our natural resources?

Then see:

Institute of Rural Professionals Central Districts Branch: Massey University Students' Evening:

7th May 2026 from 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm.

Roosters Bar and Eatery, 1 The Square,Palmerston North:

Complementary drink and nibbles will be provided.

If you attend and participate in this networking activity on the night you will have the opportunity to go into a draw to win 1 of 5 tickets to the Annual 2 day Conference in Wellington, held on the 18 and 19 August - worth $100 each.

Find out more, and register, at:

https://www.irpnz.co.nz/Event?Action=View&Event_id=1044

29/04/2026

Share your voice and be in to win!

Our service is funded/partially funded by the Student Services Fee along with other services at Massey University.

If you are a Massey student, we’d like you to share what services are important to you and any feedback or ideas you have about how this fee is utilised.

The anonymous survey will take about 10 minutes complete and at the end of the survey, you can opt in to win one of these prizes:

🎵 Apple Airpods Pro
👕 One of four Massey hoodies
💳 One of 10 $50 Prezzy Cards

Take the survey here:

https://massey.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeBmA2BT7VDmFcG

28/04/2026

2027 Graduate Career Programme:

Where to from here? Chances are that’s a question you’ve been asking yourself as the transition from study to work fast approaches.

Kick start your career in the global food industry with the 2027 intake of the Silver Fern Farms Graduate Career Programme.

Think bigger. Apply now for the Silver Fern Farms 2027 Graduate Career Programme, tono mai ināianei. See:

https://careers.silverfernfarms.com/nz/en/search-jobs/job-details.id3240

Applications close on 17 May 2026.

22/04/2026

Teach English in Barcelona:

We have been asked to promote the following webinar, scheduled for Wednesday April 29th.

See: https://richard.clickmeeting.com/how-to-teach-english-in-barcelona-in-2026/register

It will cover:

> What living and working in Barcelona actually looks like
> How visas work
> Finding a job
> Costs involved
> How the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) qualification works.

Find out more about TEFL Iberia at:

https://tefl-iberia.com

Note: "Massey University Career and Development provides information on TEFL opportunities and course providers for your convenience only. Inclusion of these resources does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Massey University. We make no representations or guarantees regarding the quality, safety, or legality of any external programmes or employers."

20/04/2026

Are a student or recent graduate based in the Manawatū region?

Do you have a business idea that is innovative and scalable?

Consider applying for an Innovate Grant of up to $5,000 from The Factory

You can apply as a company or as self‑employed. However, you’ll need to get an New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) online — this requires ID (such as a New Zealand driver’s licence).

See: https://www.nzbn.govt.nz/get-an-nzbn/applying-for-an-nzbn/

Successful or not, get ahead by putting the experience on your CV.

See: https://thefactorynz.co.nz/innovate-grants