Featured graduate journey
"My decision to apply to the Council programme was really around the variety of work. There are not many organisations that literally offer this much."
Democracy Services Graduate
Tō Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau
From parks, law, engineering and environmental services, and planning to finance , ICT, human resources, strategy, and governance – we offer endless possibilities to take your career further.
As an Auckland Council graduate or intern, you’ll get the chance to gain experience in a complex, large organisation with endless possibilities to get involved with real projects and enjoy challenging and meaningful work.
As part of our commitment to career development, we offer a two-year graduate rotational programme, as well as a paid three-month summer internship for students in relevant degree programmes.
With annual graduate and intern intakes across Auckland Council, you will not only be gaining valuable experience, but also making a real difference in shaping Auckland into a world-class city.
We believe that it’s our talented people who make our region a better place to live, work and play.
We’re looking for passionate, talented people who genuinely want to make a difference forAucklanders.
We have a bold vision: for Auckland to be a world-class city. It is a vision that unites us and drives our 9,500 employees to deliver world-class services and experiences every day for our 1.7 million Aucklanders.
At Auckland Council, we believe that taking care of Auckland starts and ends with taking care of our people. This is at the core of everything we do.
Our genuine desire to see our people succeed and the shared values we hold, create a unique culture in which graduates and interns thrive. With safe spaces to learn through experience, active opportunities for mentorship and the ability to apply knowledge and capability to contribute to a thriving city, starting a career with Auckland Council offers endless possibilities.
With such a diverse portfolio of services, we can offer an unparalleled variety of projects and opportunities for career growth.
Our employee benefits, well-being programmes, good employer initiatives, and staff discounts include a variety of packages, offerings, and support services.
"My decision to apply to the Council programme was really around the variety of work. There are not many organisations that literally offer this much."