He angitutanga mutunga kore mō te ihumanea pēnā i a koe: Endless possibilities for an intern like you at Auckland Council
He angitūtanga: The opportunityHe angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Environmental Services intern will be involved in everything from assisting ecologists in the field to investigating historic plant records. This opportunity will focus on assisting with Auckland’s next Regional Pest Management Plan and will include a variety of tasks such as data collection, attending hui, and report writing.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Grow your skills and start your career. Our internship programme ensures you get to do real work that matters and learn from experts in your field. You'll engage in meaningful work, contributing to the development of Auckland as a world-class city.
We offer a supportive environment, with mentorship and networking opportunities. You’ll be part of our internship whānau and will be supported every step of the way by a team who want you to succeed, including a buddy, intern liaison, Careers Team, and the wider intern cohort.
You’ll spend the summer developing your technical and soft skills, and experiencing what life is like at Auckland Council. By the end of the internship, you’ll hopefully have a good idea of where you want your career to go. Interns may receive priority consideration for our 2-year Graduate Programme, setting the stage for your future career.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You are passionate about biosecurity and the management of invasive species, and eager to gain experience in this important field. You’re a proactive learner, excited to use your excellent time management to contribute to the fast-paced development of Auckland’s next Regional Pest Management Plan. With a sharp eye for detail, precise written communication skills and strong computer literacy, you bring reliability and enthusiasm to the team. Your commitment to conservation and protecting Auckland’s natural environment makes you a great fit for this role.
To apply you must:
- Be in your penultimate year studying towards a relevant Bachelor's degree, or continuing into a Master’s level of study in 2025.
- Be eligible to work in New Zealand full-time from November 2024- February 2025
We welcome applications from students studying:
- Biodiversity Management
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Science
- Or equivalent related degree
Tono Mai: Apply Now!
To access the position description please click here: Environmental Services Intern Planning Position Description
We will be reviewing and progressing candidates in the order that we receive applications. In instances where we receive a high volume of applications from candidates who meet the requirements for the role, this role may close before Wednesday, 30th July 2025.
Dive into the endless possibilities and make a tangible impact on your community with Auckland Council.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.