The NZCTA Young Associates welcome students and young professionals from all cultures and backgrounds to partake in our New Zealand-China focused programme of events, seminars and networking opportunities. Our mission is to equip youth with the experience, knowledge, and skills to strengthen the trading, cultural and social relationship between New Zealand and China.

The NZCTA Young Associates Committee is made up of volunteer students and young professionals. We are not-for-profit, and motivated in engaging and educating our peers about New Zealand’s relationship with China!

The NZCTA Young Associates was founded in late 2013 as the younger contingency of our parent organisation, the New Zealand China Trade Association (NZCTA). We continue to work in partnership with the parent organisation to reflect its visions and values.

As a member of the Young Associates, you will receive access to exclusive events, internships, scholarships, networking and professional development opportunities in the NZ-China context.

Join us and watch your career take flight!

About our parent organisation

NZCTA was first established in 1981 by a group of leading business people enthusiastic about the potential of trade between New Zealand and the People's Republic of China. Today, NZCTA has since established a reputation in both New Zealand and China as an authoritative source of opinion for the respective Governments.

NZCTA's mission is to:

  1. Create awareness of trade opportunities and relationship initiatives between New Zealand and the People’s Republic of China.
  2. Foster an active community of members comprised of New Zealand-China traders, and those with an interest in doing business with China.
  3. Organise trade missions to China and provide members with access to China business intelligence.

In November 2013, the distinct value of the youth contributing to New Zealand's future with China was recognised in the creation of the NZCTA Young Associates.

 

WHAT WE DO

NETWORK
We provide a network for young professionals and students to meet with like-minded people who have a common interest in learning more about New Zealand-China relations.
EVENTS
We host events on topics relevant to young professionals and students to help them gain insight, knowledge and expertise about New Zealand and China.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We offer internships and avenues for young professionals and students to meet with professionals and develop skills needed in professional life.
OPPORTUNITIES
We provide exclusive opportunities to young professionals and students to build and connect with China-related businesses, businessmen and women in New Zealand.