Study to Work and Residence. EIT October

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1 Study to Work and Residence EIT October

2 Overview Term time work rights Graduate work visa policy Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Other work to residence options Accessing further information

3 Introduction Many students consider staying on in NZ to work, and some to gain permanent residence The ability to gain work opportunities critical to your post study aspirations

4 Summer & Term Work Conditions EIT October

5 Student Visa holders can apply for a variation of conditions to work part time up to 20 hours. Enrolled in a fulltime course for at least 2 years; Or Enrolled in a course that results in Skilled Migrant Category points;

6 Making the most of semester and summer work opportunities Part-time work look for opportunities to move around in the business Social connections - Family and friends Volunteering at organisations Making the most of Study Projects Make use of Career guidance and job search support

7 Graduate Work Visa Policy EIT October

8 Graduated but no job yet? When you ve completed an SMC Points qualification* You can apply for 12 month open Graduate Job Search Visa no job offer required Allows you to look for AND take up a job offer immediately *Subject to changes from 2 April 2012

9 Graduate work visa criteria if started study after 2 April 2012: Must have successfully completed a NZ qualification that qualifies for points under SMC To be eligible must have completed recognised NZ qualification of at least 2 Academic years unless: Completed 2 courses of at least one academic year each which are SMC points accruing courses (level 4-6) and the second course must be at a higher level OR completed a post graduate qualification of at least one year academic duration OR completed a credit transferred bachelors degree with at least 1 year study in NZ OR completed any level 7 qualification of at least 1 academic year

10 Found a job? When you ve completed an SMC Points qualification You can apply for 2 year Graduate Work Experience Visa Job offer must be relevant to your qualification OR Proceed directly to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)

11 Skilled Migrant Category EIT October

12 The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Designed to facilitate entry of skilled migrants with skills New Zealand needs and ability to successfully settle in New Zealand. Works on a points system selection point can change Earn points for: Job or job offer in NZ Experience and qualifications Age and family situation

13 Process for Skilled Migrant Category Migrant Work out your points Lodge Expression of Interest 1.Expression of Interest 2.SMC Residence application Decide application Apply for Residence Application approved/ declined Selection from pool Credibility check Invitation to Apply

14 Current selection point for SMC 100 points needed to submit and Expression of Interest 140 points = automatic selection from the pool 100 to 135 points: with points for a skilled job / job offer likely to be selected with points for work experience or qualifications in a skill shortage area may be selected if there are enough places available

15 Job points for Skilled Migrant Category Skilled employment: NZ job offer or NZ job you have been in for less than 12 months 50 points NZ job you have been in for more than 12 months 60 points Bonus points if your job is: In a skill shortage area LTSSL 10 points In an identified growth area 10 points Outside of the Auckland region 10 points Or if your partner has a skilled job or job offer 20 points

16 Skilled Employment Skilled employment is employment that requires specialist, technical or management expertise: Check the ANZSCO list /work/skilledmigrant/ Occupations, qualifications, skill level, job descriptions

17 RETAIL SUPERVISOR Alternative Titles: Checkout Supervisor Sales Department Supervisor Tasks: Supervises and coordinates the activities of retail sales workers; ensuring that customers receive prompt service and quality goods and services; responding to customers' inquiries and complaints about goods and services; planning and preparing work schedules and assigning staff to specific duties; interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, dismissing and promoting staff, and resolving staff grievances; instructing staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales procedures; examining returned goods and deciding on appropriate action; taking inventory of goods for sale and ordering new stock; ensuring that goods and services are correctly priced and displayed; ensuring safety and security procedures are enforced Qualification: NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification Skill Level: 4 Level s 4-5 considered to be semi or low skilled

18 RETAIL MANAGER Alternative Titles: Retail Store Manager Shop Manager Tasks: determining product mix, stock levels and service standards; formulating and implementing purchasing and marketing policies, and setting prices promoting and advertising the establishment's goods and services; selling goods and services to customers and advising them on product use; maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions; undertaking budgeting for the establishment; controlling selection, training and supervision of staff; ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations Qualification: NZ Register Diploma Skill Level: 2 Level s 1-3 considered to be skilled

19 Definition of skilled employment Skilled employment is employment that requires specialist, technical or management expertise: obtained through the completion of recognised relevant qualifications; or obtained through recognised relevant work experience; or obtained through the completion of recognised relevant qualifications and work experience. If Registration is required this MUST be provided at application stage

20 Qualification points for SMC (started study on/before 25 July 2011) Recognised basic qualification 50 Recognised post-graduate qualification 55 Bonus points for : 2 years of full-time study in New Zealand towards a recognised qualification 5 A recognised basic New Zealand qualification (e.g. trade qualification, diploma, bachelors degree, bachelors degree with Honours) 5 A recognised post-graduate New Zealand qualification ( Masters/Doctorate) 10 Qualification in an identified future growth area 10 Qualification in an area of absolute skill shortage 10 Partner qualifications 20

21 Qualification points for SMC After 25 th July 2011 Qualification Levels Levels Levels Bonus Points: 2 years of full-time study in New Zealand completing a recognised bachelor Degree level 7 NZ qualification 10 1 year full time study in NZ completing a recognised post graduate NZ qualification levels years full time study in NZ completing a recognised post graduate NZ qualification levels Qualification in an identified future growth area 10 Qualification in an area of absolute skill shortage 10 Partner qualifications levels 3-6 will be 10 Partner qualifications levels

22 Family points for SMC Close family in NZ 10 points Definition: Adult sibling or adult child, or parent, of a principal applicant or of the principle applicants partner included in the Application; and Is in New Zealand; and Is a New Zealand or Australian citizen or holder of a current residence visa Note: adult sibling or adult child means aged 17 and over and not dependent

23 Points for age points points points points points

24 Health & Character requirements Medical & X-Ray For all applicants intending to remain in NZ for more than 12 months From any GP in NZ If offshore may need to visit panel doctor No more than 3 months old TB certificate for some applicants intending stay of more than 6 months but less than 12 months Police Certificates For all applicants (except applicants aged under 17) intending to remain in NZ for more than 24 months From country of citizenship, and From any country lived in for 12 months or more in past 10 years No more than 6 months old

25 English Language requirements Principal applicant must meet English language requirements by either having a demonstrated English language background or score IELTS 6.5 Non principal applicants must either have an acceptable English language background or minimum score of IELTS 5 or can pre-purchase ESOL. However if claiming points for Qualification or Job offer, then they must also meet IELTS 6.5 Applies to all persons 16 years or over

26 Work to Residence Options EIT October

27 Work to residence options Long Term Skill Shortage List Must meet qualification / and or experience requirements Talent Visa (Accredited Employer) Must meet age, salary, and any qualification / registration requirements

28 Immigration Advisor Licensing As of 4 th May 2009 Immigration advisors onshore required to be licensed 4 th May 2010 Immigration advisors offshore required to be licensed. Publicly available information, e.g. on is not deemed Immigration advice.

29 For further information & assistance Web For further detailed information, guidance & the relevant forms to apply for residence under the Skilled Migrant Category, visit: Contact Centre Freephone or in Auckland call

30 NZ Study and Work Website