Paid Summer Internship: Regional Development & Impact

Trust Tāirawhiti; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentoring

Skill development

Networking

Exposure to diverse stakeholders

Career pathways

Job summary

Trust Tairāwhiti offers an 8–10 week paid internship in Gisborne, delivering practical work experience across regional economic and community development projects. You will work with experienced staff, receive mentoring, and build professional skills and networks that align with Te Tairāwhiti’s aspirations.

We welcome students from a wide range of study areas and encourage curiosity, collaboration, and a proactive approach to mahi that matters for the future of Te Tairāwhiti.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student and available for 8–10 weeks.
• Interest in regional economic and community development.
• Willingness to learn and work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real projects across Te Tairāwhiti.
• Work with experienced staff and receive mentoring.
• Help develop practical skills and professional networks.

Education

Currently a student in Economics | Commerce | Finance | Business | Māori Development | Tourism | Community Development | Social Sciences | Public Policy | Planning | Data and Analytics | Project Management | Marketing and Communications

Job description

Trust Tairāwhiti offers an 8–10 week paid internship in Gisborne, delivering practical work experience across regional economic and community development projects. You will work with experienced staff, receive mentoring, and build professional skills and networks that align with Te Tairāwhiti’s aspirations.

We welcome students from a wide range of study areas and encourage curiosity, collaboration, and a proactive approach to mahi that matters for the future of Te Tairāwhiti.