How to Make an Effective CV
Join us for this in-person workshop and gain the skills to craft a NZ-style CV that gets you to the interview door. Understand the purpose and key components of an NZ-style CV and gain access to the resources we have curated for you to build a stellar CV.
Wednesday 11 October
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Room 205, Level 2, OPAIC
Auckland Public Library Tour
We will meet on campus and apply for library cards online, before heading to the library to pick up the cards and take a tour.
Auckland public libraries have an extensive collection of books, magazines, eCollections, movies, and eLearning materials. Not to mention free Wi-Fi and a comfortable and quiet place to study!
Friday 13 October
10.30am
Room 301, OPAIC (FREE)
Visit the LinkedIn Lounge
Join our in-house LinkedIn-certified Rock Your LinkedIn Profile brand ambassador, Patricia Joseph, to create and grow your professional online presence. In this engaging workshop, Patricia will guide you through the art of creating a captivating LinkedIn profile.
Wednesday 18 October
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Room 205, Level 2, OPAIC
Student Ambassador Meeting:
Student Ambassadors play an important role in supporting and representing their fellow students. It’s also a great way to make connections with learners from other courses.
If you would like to join our team, please follow this link.
Thursday 19 October
12 pm
Room 700, OPAIC
Ten-Pin Bowling
Join us for an evening of ten-pin bowling just across the street from OPAIC. New students most welcome.
Two games for only $15 (usually $30).
Friday 20 October
From 5 pm
Meet at Metrolanes, Queen Street
How to Build your Network
Join us and learn how to unlock the power of networking. Our Employability Services team will show you how to expand and strengthen your professional connections, whether online or in-person to create valuable relationships that can elevate your professional growth.
Wednesday 25 October
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Room 205, Level 2, OPAIC
How to Succeed in an Interview
Join us and master the art of interviewing. Understand the types of interviews that are conducted in New Zealand and learn the STAR technique in preparing answers to commonly asked questions.
Wednesday 1 November
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Room 205, Level 2, OPAIC
Student Forum
Your feedback is important to us. Come along to a confidential discussion with the Student Success team and let us know how things are going for you at OPAIC. Your feedback is important to help us improve our services. Lunch will be provided.
Thursday 2 November
12pm
Level 1, OPAIC
Get Career Guidance
Join us to gain valuable insights to make informed decisions about your career path with confidence. Learn how to articulate your personal qualities, leverage your transferrable skill capital, and align your values with your career choices.
Wednesday 8 November
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Room 205, Level 2, OPAIC
Diwali Festival Week
Always a highlight of the OPAIC social calendar, join us to celebrate this festival of light.
Friday 10 November
12 pm
Level 1, OPAIC
Get Interview Ready with Danielle Harrison
Do you want to practice and improve your interview skills? Then don't miss the chance to get interview ready with Danielle Harrison, our in-house People and Development Advisor.
Write to OPAIC Employability to block 15 minutes with Danielle on the 16th of November. Seats are limited so hurry if you do not want to miss this opportunity.
Thursday 16 November
12pm - 1pm
Level 1, OPAIC
Rangitoto Island Hike
Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery of Rangitoto with us as we celebrate spring with an excursion to the island. Hurry, places are extremely limited! Follow this link to sign up.
Friday 17 November
All day
Meet at Auckland Ferry Terminal, $20 (usually $43)
Student Ambassador Event
A time for us to recognise and celebrate the hard work of our Student Ambassadors over the past year!
If you would like to join the team, please follow this link.
Thursday 23 November
5 pm
OPAIC Christmas Party
Join us as we celebrate the end of the academic year and the start of the summer holidays at OPAIC.
Thursday 7 December
12.30 pm
Level 1, OPAIC (FREE)
Academic Skills Workshops - OPAIC Level 8
A series of workshops designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your courses. Topics include understanding assessments, research skills, and referencing.
Refer to the Learning Support newsletter in your student email for further information about upcoming sessions.
Week 2 |
Tues 17 October |
11.30 am |
Academic Reading+ Researching |
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1.30 pm |
Academic Writing + Paraphrasing |
Wed 18 October |
11.30 am |
Referencing + Zotero |
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1.30 pm |
Academic Reading+ Researching |
Thurs 19 October |
11.30 am |
Academic Writing + Paraphrasing |
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1.30 pm |
Referencing + Zotero |
Week 3 |
Tues 24 October |
11.30 am |
Academic Writing + Paraphrasing |
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1.30 pm |
Academic Reading+ Researching |
Wed 25 October |
11.30 am |
Introduction to MS Excel |
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1.30 pm |
Referencing + Zotero |
Thurs 26 October |
11.30 am |
Referencing + Zotero |
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1.30 pm |
Introduction to MS Excel |
Labour Day public holiday
The campus will be closed on this day.
Monday 23 October
Auckland Diwali Festival
The Auckland Diwali Festival has grown to become New Zealand's premier Indian cultural festival. It's a free, family-friendly event held every year in October. Find out more here.
Saturday 4 November & Sunday 5 November (FREE)
Grey Lynn Park Festival,
Grey Lynn Park Festival is a long-running, one-day community festival in Auckland filled with music, arts and entertainment. Find out more here.
Saturday 18 November (FREE)