We have some great tools at the University to support you in doing just that.

When you embark on studies at the Otago University you may have a very clear direction about what you are hoping to achieve. For others, the journey may have no clear direction or outcome. Or perhaps you are half way through studies and wonder, why am I doing this?... it doesn't feel right!

When confusion hinders career direction, sometimes standing back and taking a big picture view might help you. 

The December-January period is a great time to contemplate the previous year and consider what may be on the horizon. We can provide you with tools and resources to take your contemplation to a more proactive level!

At the Career Development Centre you will find access to a range of online resources to help you in your journey. For example...

Access to Pinpoint: computerised career assessment software

Let Pinpoint be your ‘guiding hand’. Receive career suggestions that are aligned with your skills, interests and personality type. This comprehensive programme takes about an hour and a half to complete – with a follow up interpretation with a career adviser.
Contact us to book an appointment:
careers@otago.ac.nz

Options with your major

Consult our career planning resource PDFs to research possible career paths. The links provided below can potentially give you a background on your chosen career, links to potential employers, and to organisations that can provide you further guidance and advice.

Business career resource websites (PDF, 240KB)
Health Sciences career resource websites (PDF, 281KB)
Humanities career resource websites (PDF, 408KB)
Sciences career resource websites (PDF, 476KB)
Law career resource websites (PDF, 339KB)

Career Development Centre

There is a wealth of tools and resources on the Centre's website so take a peek! You just never know where it may take you!

Did you know that our career development team were voted NZ's best two years in a row!