Gain hands-on experience in your area of interest with our intern programme. Open to motivated and enthusiastic people in high school or studying towards a Bachelor or Diploma. Work alongside our team from November to February and learn the things only experience can teach. Sound like you?  

Applications for our 2023-24 summer internships are now closed. Applications for our 2024-25 programme will open mid-2024.

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Anna O’Leary
University of Waikato – Chemical and biological engineering

Anna gained project management experience on the gas distribution network with the Gas Delivery team. 

“I absolutely loved my internship. The work environment is so fun and everyone is really welcoming and friendly. They’re always looking to help you. It’s great for real-world experience.”

 
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Kane Holmes
Massey University – Bachelor of Engineering

Kane helped schedule work taking place on the electricity network with the Network Access Planning team.

“It’s been a great experience. As an intern you get a good understanding of how the whole power network operates and the people were really focussed on what I wanted to take away from the internship – not just the work itself.”

 
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Jay Nguyen
Massey University – Bachelor of Engineering Mechatronics

Jay has had real-world experience as part of the Power Assets team.

“I’ve had the opportunity to visit the work sites and observe a power pole being replaced, with the installation of some new switchgear and automated control unit. It was amazing to see the work being done from beginning to end – seeing plans coming to fruition.”

 
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Rachel O'Kelly
New Plymouth Girls High School – Year 12
Rachel, who’s looking at a career in electrical engineering, gained insight into off-grid solutions with the Energy Futures team.

“It’s given me a different perspective on life outside of school and what a career as an electrical engineer could be like. I really enjoy being in this environment and being with people who are experienced in their work.”