Employers

New Zealand's hopes and dreams for a brighter social and economic future depend completely upon the success of our emerging generations. Unfortunately many young people complete their schooling without a clear direction and are concerned with the growing associated debt of further study.

Without tertiary qualifications or work experience a school leaver faces huge disadvantages in the job market and yet many of them would prove to be valuable assets to potential employers. We believe that our young people and our business community stand to gain a lot from each other.

Formed in response to the difficulties facing New Zealand's young people and the nation's employers, Launchpad is a progressive and exciting non-profit employment initiative.

Launchpad provides a unique solution that assists school leavers into a professional career and minimizes the employment risks faced today by New Zealand's business environment. Launchpad eliminates the risk of employing a school leaver by helping businesses find the kind of individual they need and support their commitment through training and mentoring their new recruit.

For the school leaver this is an opportunity to make a very positive step into the employment market with the full support of an organisation dedicated to their success. For the employer this is an alternative to recruiting and a rare opportunity to combine social conscience with effective business practice.