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Internship opportunities
Gain valuable work experience while you study in New Zealand.
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Make the most of your time as a student in New Zealand with an internship. Gain valuable, hands-on experience in a real workplace through a short-term placement.
An internship gives you a chance to work in a professional environment where you can:
- Build your work skills while you study
- Learn about working in New Zealand (or another country if your internship is overseas)
- Apply what you’re learning to real-world situations
- Get advice and feedback from people who work in your field
- Meet people who can support your career journey
An internship gives you a chance to work in a professional environment where you can:
- Build your work skills while you study
- Learn about working in New Zealand (or another country if your internship is overseas)
- Apply what you’re learning to real-world situations
- Get advice and feedback from people who work in your field
- Meet people who can support your career journey
How an internship works
Each internship is different, depending on the business offering it. Most internships last 6–12 weeks. Some focus on a specific project, while others provide general on-the-job training. You might need to work at a workplace, or you could complete your internship online. Some internships can also take place overseas.
Most internship opportunities in New Zealand are paid, while others are unpaid but may cover basic costs like travel to and from the office.
How to find an internship
You might be required to complete an internship as part of your studies. If this is the case, your faculty can usually help you find a suitable internship through their professional networks.
Our Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) team can also support you with ideas, advice, and guidance to help you connect with employers.
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