The important role students can play in Aotearoa's tourism growth

More visitors. Stronger regions. More opportunities for New Zealanders.

The Government's latest $5 million investment in regional tourism is great news for communities and businesses across New Zealand.

And as tourism grows, there is a real opportunity to connect that growth with another great New Zealand resource, our student workforce.

Students have long been an important part of tourism and hospitality. In fact, hospitality has been the most popular industry on Student Job Search in 10 of the past 11 years.

It is a natural fit. Students bring flexibility, energy and a willingness to learn. Employers gain capable people when they need them, while students earn income and build the customer service, communication, teamwork and confidence that will travel with them throughout their careers.

That makes student employment part of the tourism growth story and part of building New Zealand's future workforce.

At SJS, we're not just filling jobs today, but introducing a new generation to the breadth of careers and pathways these industries offer. When we connect tourism growth, regional opportunity and emerging talent, everyone benefits.

More opportunities for students. More talent for employers. Stronger regional economies.

We're excited to help be part of solving workforce solutions for NZ.