New Zealand IT & AI Job & Career Conference 2026

Connecting Talent with Real Opportunities in Tech & AI

The New Zealand IT & AI Job & Career Conference 2026 is designed to help job seekers, students, career changers, migrants, and professionals find their next opportunity in New Zealand’s fast-changing technology sector.

This conference brings together employers, recruiters, IT professionals, AI practitioners, educators, and community organisations to share practical career advice, real hiring insights, and pathways into IT, data, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI-related roles.

Why This Conference?

AI is changing the way we work, learn, and hire. At the same time, many people are asking:

How do I get my first IT job?
How do I move into AI or data?
What skills do employers really want?
How can I stand out in today’s job market?

This conference is created to answer those questions through practical sessions, employer connections, and real career stories.

Who Should Attend?

This event is for anyone who wants to build or grow a career in IT and AI, including:

• Job seekers looking for IT or AI-related roles

• Students and graduates preparing for the workforce

• Migrants entering the New Zealand job market

• Career changers moving into technology

• IT professionals looking for their next role

• Employers, recruiters, and training providers

Conference Themes

Future of IT & AI Jobs

Understand how AI is changing roles, industries, and hiring expectations.

Break Into Tech

Learn practical pathways into software, cloud, data, cybersecurity, business analysis, product, and AI-related roles.

Job Search Strategy

Get advice on CVs, LinkedIn, interviews, networking, and how to stand out beyond online applications.

Real Career Stories

Hear from professionals who have successfully built careers in IT, data, and AI.

Employer & Recruiter Insights

Learn what hiring managers and recruiters are really looking for in candidates.

What to Expect

• Keynote talks from industry leaders

• Panel discussions with employers, recruiters, and tech professionals

• Practical career workshops

• Employer and sponsor booths

• Networking opportunities

• Real guidance for your next job or career move

For Sponsors & Partners

Partnering with the New Zealand IT & AI Job & Career Conference 2026 is an opportunity to:

• Connect with emerging and experienced tech talent

• Strengthen your employer brand

• Showcase your organisation’s innovation and career pathways

• Support community career development

• Help build New Zealand’s future IT and AI workforce

We welcome collaboration with technology companies, recruiters, education providers, government agencies, community organisations, and industry associations.

About the Organiser

The conference is organised by Auckland Chinese Families Network Incorporated (ACFN), a community-focused organisation supporting families, education, career development, and future skills.

ACFN has experience delivering community events, education forums, workshops, and cross-cultural initiatives across Auckland.

Website: www.acfn.org.nz

Call to Action

We are now inviting sponsors, employers, recruiters, speakers, and collaboration partners to be part of this meaningful event.

Interested in partnering with us?
Contact us to discuss sponsorship, speaking, booth, or collaboration opportunities.