Intern

Ministry of Social Development; Wellington; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The All-of-Government Whaikaha Internship Programme by the Ministry of Social Development offers Deaf and disabled tertiary students and graduates paid work across the New Zealand Public Service. You will gain confidence, knowledge and experience in a professional public sector environment.

Internships begin on 1 February 2027. They are full-time and fixed-term for about 12 weeks, with flexible or part-time arrangements possible.

Qualifications

• In final year of tertiary studies or recently completed within the last three years.
• Eligible to live, study, and work in New Zealand.
• Able to manage tasks and meet deadlines with support or strategies that work best for you.

Skills

Task management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Final year or recent graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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All-of-Government Whaikaha Internship Programme

Join an internship that supports inclusion, accessibility and opportunities for disabled people, tāngata whaikaha Māori and Deaf people.

The All-of-Government Whaikaha Internship Programme provides Deaf and disabled tertiary students and graduates with the opportunity to gain meaningful paid work experience across the New Zealand Public Service.

The programme aims to reduce barriers to employment, create pathways into professional careers and support government agencies to build more accessible and inclusive workplaces.

Should you be successful, we will consider your skills, experience and interests when matching you to an available internship opportunity.

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

As an intern, you will gain confidence, knowledge and experience working in a professional environment within a public sector organisation.

Our programme provides regular opportunities to connect with other interns in the cohort through shared learning, kaupapa Māori experiences, development and networking activities. You will also have an assigned mentor and buddy to support you during your internship.

Whaikaha is committed to supporting host agencies to meet the accessibility needs of interns and provide an inclusive experience.

Internships begin on 1 February 2027 and are full-time and fixed term for approximately 12 weeks. Flexible or part-time arrangements can be explored.

We are seeking Interns who are keen to bring lived experience, disability perspectives and a passion for equity to their work.

Ideally, you will be:

• In your final year of tertiary studies or have recently completed your tertiary studies within the last three years.
• Eligible to live, study, and work in New Zealand.
• Able to manage tasks and meet deadlines with support or strategies that work best for you.
• Open to collaboration and building positive relationships.
• Curious, self-aware, and open to feedback.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.