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Overview
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On a benefit homepage
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Overview
Check out what you need to do when you're getting a benefit or other payment from us.
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Housing homepage
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Overview
Find out how we can help you with housing.
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Find a house
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Find jobs
There are lots of jobs to choose from across New Zealand. Find out what's available, which job is right for you and how you can plan your career.
MyMSD
Search for jobs, get job matches, and apply for jobs online in MyMSD. You can also create and update your Jobseeker profile.
Log in and apply – just select a job, choose your CV, and read the job details.
View transcript of 'Applying for jobs in MyMSD' video
Narrator [0:00] With My MSD Jobs, you can apply for jobs online anytime. Search for jobs on our MyMSD Jobs website and when you see a job that's a good match, click apply for this job.
[The words “Applying for jobs in MyMSD” next to a woman sitting at a desk and smiling. A cellphone screen shows the log in screen and home page of MyMSD Jobs website with the words “Apply online anytime”. A list of job adverts appears on screen and scrolls through them. The word “Apply” appears in big words on screen, and the cursor clicks it.]
Narrator [0:14] Then you can choose a CV to send to the employer.
[A laptop with the job application shows the “Which CV would you like to use?” screen.]
Narrator [0:16] Tell us if you can provide a reference and review your application before you send it.
[A laptop with the job application shows the “Do you have someone who can be your reference?” screen, and the pre-employment checks screen.]
Narrator [0:22] We'll review your application and if we think you're a good fit for the job, we'll add you to the short list. We'll share the short list with the employer. Then they'll get in touch with you about the next steps.
[A laptop with a list of emails in front of it. The top email subject line reads “MSD – Work and Income – MSD reviewing applications”. 2 tick boxes appear saying “Good fit” and “Short list” and the cursor ticks both boxes, next to a woman giving 2 thumbs up. A list of photos and illustrations of summaries about them appears, with the words “Strong match” next to each, and the cursor clicks on one of the listings which expands it to show an illustration of more information about them. A man in an office holds a cellphone with the words “Next steps” on screen.]
Narrator [0:35] And remember, we're always here if you need support along the way.
[A man sits at a desk and smiles at the camera, with the words “Needs some support? Get in touch” onscreen.
[0:40] [A white background with the logos for Ministry of Social Development and Work and Income.]
Job search websites
We've listed some websites to help find the right job for you. Search for jobs near you, in a particular industry, or for jobs that best fit your lifestyle.
How to choose the right job
These tools and experts can help you figure out what you're good at, which job is right for you and how to plan your career.
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