Auckland Council is looking for graduates! Are you in your final year or a recent graduate eager to start your career in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact? Our 2-year rotational Graduate Programme is designed to nurture talent and provide a platform for personal and professional development. By joining us, you'll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry experts, and exposure to a range of projects that contribute to Auckland's growth and sustainability.
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Auckland Council’s Community Wellbeing department has an exciting opportunity for a graduate to explore the full breadth of library services and community delivery.
- Rotations across Libraries & Learning Services, Community Delivery (Central/East), and Community Impact, offering a well-rounded experience.
- Hands-on involvement in key areas including Mobile Libraries, Central City Hub, Research & Heritage Services, Public Engagement, and Collections & Technical Solutions.
- Contribute to meaningful projects that support literacy, inclusion, and wellbeing across Auckland’s diverse communities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We’re looking for curious, people-focused graduates who love connecting with others and bring a digitally savvy mindset to everything they do.
We welcome graduates from a wide range of disciplines. What matters most is your curiosity, your willingness to learn, and your enthusiasm for gaining hands-on experience in community-focused work.
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand for more than 3 years without sponsorship
- Minimum of a relevant Bachelor’s degree completed January 2024 – January 2026
- A valid New Zealand restricted or full driver’s licence (if role requires)
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Our 2-year Graduate Programme aims to provide you with the opportunities and support you need to launch your career and develop as a future leader or specialist within Auckland Council. With over 80 areas of business and the chance to work on large-scale projects, we want to see you achieve your goals while making a real difference in the lives of Aucklanders. At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within one of our Auckland Council entities.
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.
View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits - discounts and partnership benefits.
Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.
Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close: Sunday 24 August 2025
Find a copy of the position description here: {LINK to PD}
If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.
The role has a starting salary of $65,000.
Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and encourage applications from everyone — regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background or religious belief — as well as from those who are disabled and/or neurodivergent. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.