IT Professionals New Zealand is Aotearoa’s body for software and IT Professionals, where thousands of members come together to connect with experts, advance their careers, learn, and stay updated with the local tech industry.

For a limited time, new members can join ITP for only $100 for their first year (normally $295). 

🔹 Expand your network – connect with NZ’s leading IT professionals 
🔹 Level up your career – access exclusive events, insights, and professional development 
🔹 Shape the future – be part of the voice advocating for our industry 

Join now and be part of a stronger, more connected IT community!

Something Is Broken: Education and Jobs

We keep hearing about the tech skills shortage - but at the same time, graduates can’t get jobs, internships are vanishing, and enrolments in STEM subjects are falling off a cliff. What gives?

Join us for a no-holds-barred panel discussion exploring why the education-to-employment pipeline is failing so many young people in Aotearoa. This isn’t just a recession problem. It’s a systemic one.

We hear from people working at the coalface of vocational education, job placement, and entry-level roles — including Ruth McDavitt from Summer of Tech and Rohan Wakefield from Dev Academy Aotearoa, as they discuss what needs to change, and what government, employers, and the sector must do to fix it. It is time for some honesty.

Is 2025 the year you take the next step in your career?

As your direct route to career advancement, our mentorship program aims to help you discover growth areas, gain insights, clarify your path, get valuable feedback, and access support & networking!

Join our monthly events and short courses to network, upskill, and stay ahead in the local industry!

From networking sessions and expert-led lectures to thought-provoking conferences and regional meetups, there’s something for everyone!

"Bridging the Gap" is ITP’s weekly podcast that celebrates diversity in New Zealand's IT industry. Hosted by ITP CEO, Victoria MacLennan.

Community Growth

IT Professionals NZ is unique among Aotearoa’s digital technology organizations because we are dedicated to the individuals who power the industry—not just companies. With a legacy spanning 65 years, ITP NZ has been a cornerstone of the digital community continuously evolving to meet the needs of our members.