Applications Specialist Intern

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Onsite gym

Shower facilities

Active social club

12-week paid internship

Buddy/Mentor

Job summary

Trimble NZ in Christchurch is offering a 12-week paid internship in our Geospatial team, delivering hands-on experience with field data collection and the release of Trimble Access software. You will work closely with product managers and engineers to ensure high-quality workflows for surveyors and geospatial professionals globally.

You will gain exposure to cloud-based workflows, real-world field testing, and agile development cycles, while developing your practical skills in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a tertiary qualification in Surveying or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication; collaborative team player.
• Willingness to work outdoors for field testing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end system testing from a customer perspective.
• Field test with Trimble hardware.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Engineers to provide feedback on new features and verify software fixes within an Agile development cycle.
• Drive quality by identifying and reporting bugs or system improvements for cloud-based workflows and connected Trimble products.
• Currently working towards a tertiary qualification in Surveying, Geography, Surveying, or a related field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong ability to work within a highly collaborative team.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a changing technical environment.
• A willingness to work outdoors for field-based testing and data collection activities.
• Must be legally authorised to work in New Zealand.

Skills

Geospatial software

Field testing

Feedback to product teams

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in Surveying or related field

Tools

Trimble Access

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Join our Geospatial team this summer to redefine how the world collects and processes location data! You will get hands‑on experience with industry‑leading geospatial field software and cloud systems, helping to ensure our technology provides high‑quality, productive workflows for surveyors, geospatial specialists, and governments globally.

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it’s helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimise global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress.

What Makes This Role Great:

This position offers a unique end‑to‑end perspective on product development, allowing you to transition from high‑tech office analysis to real‑world field data collection. You will play a critical role in the release of Trimble Access software, directly influencing the user experience for a global customer base of surveyors and other geospatial specialists.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Execute end‑to‑end system testing from a customer perspective, including mock project setups and off‑site field data collection.
• Field test with current and in‑development Trimble hardware.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Engineers to provide feedback on new features and verify software fixes within an Agile development cycle.
• Drive quality by identifying and reporting bugs or system improvements for our cloud‑based workflows and connected Trimble products.
• Currently working towards a tertiary qualification in Surveying, Geography, Surveying, or a related field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong ability to work within a highly collaborative team.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving in a changing technical environment.
• A willingness to work outdoors for field‑based testing and data collection activities.
• Must be legally authorised to work in New Zealand.

Bonus Points For

• Familiarity with Trimble Access.
• Experience making software - whether your own or with others.
• A passion for user‑centric design and the curiosity to explore how technology can simplify complex field workflows.
• Experience with cloud‑based software systems or mobile application testing.
• 12‑week paid internship.
• Assigned Buddy/Mentor.
• Test Site Visit to experience our construction technology.
• Two week break over the Christmas/New Year's period.
• Be part of a professional team.
• Enjoy social chat and events with other interns.
• Receive Trimble branded merchandise.
• Free membership to the Trimble Social Club.
• Join a cohort of over 20 interns.

Travel Requirement: 0%

Based at Trimble's NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway). Our office is home to over 400 Trimble employees, where you can enjoy free parking, securely covered bike sheds, an onsite gym, showers, and an active social club.

At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real‑World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose‑driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data‑driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like‑minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem". You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self‑authored," empowering proactive "doers".