- Help prepare our students for future employment
- Build relationships with employers and industry partners
- Exciting opportunity – Two full time roles available
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
We’re looking for two highly organised and relationship-focused Work Placement Coordinators to join our team supporting student placements and work-integrated learning experiences. In this role, you’ll collaborate with academic and professional staff to coordinate and oversee student placement activities across programmes.
You'll be responsible for building and maintaining connections with employers and industry partners, supporting students through the placement allocation process, and being an effective user of our placement management system, MyWIL. This position also plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations and administration of our work-integrated learning programmes.
The salary for these roles will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. These are full-time roles (37.5 hours a week), based on our campus in Hamilton.
For more information on the role please see the position description. For further enquiries about the role, please contact Stephen Joe, Acting Division Director, [email protected]. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You are an organised and proactive professional with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to supporting students and industry partners. You’ll hold a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, and bring high levels of computer literacy, attention to detail, and well-developed organisational skills. Experience or interest in engineering, computer science or science will be an advantage, along with knowledge of the tertiary sector.
You’re confident working both independently and as part of a team, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism. Ideally, you’ll have experience coordinating student placements or working with placement systems. A full driver’s licence is required, and your ability to engage effectively with diverse students and stakeholders aligns with the University’s values and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every person specification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed specification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
The Division of STEM comprises Au Reikura School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Te Kura Mata-Ao School of Engineering, Te Aka Mātuatua School of Science, and several research units, including the Artificial Intelligence Institute, the Environmental Research Institute and commercial/equipment units.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata – For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Requisition Number 1002835
Applications Close on Friday, 22 August 2025
