The traditional idea of an “entry-level” job — low responsibility, lots of hand-holding — is vanishing. In its place is a new kind of role: small team, high ownership, fast learning curve.
This suits the Mission Ready model. You’ll finish the programme having already delivered work for a real client. That shifts you from “graduate” to “junior with experience.”
MBIE’s 2023 labour market update shows persistent demand in NZ for digitally capable workers — especially those who can operate independently. So yes, the jobs are there. But they go to people who show up ready to contribute, not just ready to learn.