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 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."
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Over 1000 passionate, community-minded people work in the Connected Communities department with the vision to help all Aucklanders live their best lives, through the power of safe and thriving communities.
In this role, there is a strong focus on collaboration, communication, research, and advocacy, particularly around community safety and harm prevention (in a public health context).
Your day-to-day work may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates who have exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong focus on research and advocacy particularly around community safety and harm prevention. Demonstrating high emotional intelligence, empathy and personal resilience will enable you to succeed in the diverse range of work you will be part of
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As a Governance graduate, you will be working to enable effective decision-making, by empowering our decision-makers, communities, organisations, and staff so that together we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can be proud of.
In your 2-year programme, you could be spending time supporting local democracy through rotations focused on:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for an innovative graduate who has good interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships.
You will be highly skilled in applications and possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills. You must have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and its relationship to local government.
We are particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To apply you must:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Ngā Mātārae division supports the council group (including council-controlled organisations) to deliver on Māori outcomes by:
As a Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction to achieve positive Māori outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include enhancing overall performance in delivering Māori-focused initiatives and cultivating meaningful relationships with mana whenua and other stakeholders.
Your work will be guided by our Kia Ora Tāmaki Makaurau framework, which highlights our commitment to positive outcomes with, for and by Māori. Additionally, you will receive full support through a mentor and a designated buddy.
As our Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will:
As the Ngā Mātārae graduate, you will have the opportunity to be involved in mahi across various directorates within council as part of a rotation programme.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You are someone who has excellent relationship management skills including being comfortable with working with the mana whenua and mataawaka and possess excellent communication skills. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with te reo and at a minimum has good pronunciation and use basic te reo Māori in emails, meetings, and conversations.
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR or Business Management Graduate! Start your career in an established organisation like Auckland Council where you’ll learn HR in an environment with size, scale and pace.
As a member of our People & Culture team, you will have the chance to contribute to various projects, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop key skills in transformation and delivery.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a proactive graduate, who is interested in the future of HR and wants to contribute in a meaningful way. You will bring innovation and critical thinking skills to help futureproof the work we do.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
If you are someone who has a passion for sustainability and waste minimisation then this is the role for you. This is your chance to bring your bright ideas and make a difference!
As a Waste Solutions Graduate, you will support a range of environmental services and programme to deliver the Zero Waste aspirations of our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide you with accelerated learning, development and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will possess strong customer service skills with a sense of personal ownership and responsibility. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, high attention to detail and time management skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Restricted drivers license is desirable
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Be part of a team that leads and enables quality commercial decision making and delivery, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, procurement, billings, payables and ensures prudent financial management to fund much of the infrastructure development and service delivery activities of the council.
In this 2-year graduate programme, you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in significant projects that will affect the daily lives of Aucklanders, including building new libraries and swimming pools, infrastructure for new housing developments, and caring for our environment, in an organisation that owns over $50 billion worth of assets. You’ll have the opportunity to learn what makes businesses tick from an integrated financial, commercial, strategic, and business planning perspective.
Build the exposure and experience you need to pursue your career path, with rotations through finance functions including:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills with the ability to process and present information in a clear and concise manner. Teamed with interpersonal skills, you’ll have a strong customer centric mindset. You’ll be adaptable to a wide range of roles, capable of working both independently and as part of a team, and resilient in challenging situations.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Active Communities symbolises an approach to putting whānau and communities at the centre of our thinking. No matter who we are or what we do, we all play an important role in supporting the wellbeing of Aucklanders.
As an Active Communities Graduate, you will be working on
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
To be successful in this role, you must have exceptional communication skills both written and verbal. You must be able to build and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders and have a passion for people and their wellbeing.
Desirable qualifications:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As a Governance graduate, you will be working to enable effective decision-making, by empowering our decision-makers, communities, organisations, and staff so that together we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can be proud of.
In your 2-year programme, you could be spending time supporting local democracy through rotations focused on:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for an innovative graduate who has good interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships.
You will be highly skilled in applications and possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills. You must have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and its relationship to local government.
We are particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To apply you must:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Ngā Mātārae division supports the council group (including council-controlled organisations) to deliver on Māori outcomes by:
As a Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction to achieve positive Māori outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include enhancing overall performance in delivering Māori-focused initiatives and cultivating meaningful relationships with mana whenua and other stakeholders.
Your work will be guided by our Kia Ora Tāmaki Makaurau framework, which highlights our commitment to positive outcomes with, for and by Māori. Additionally, you will receive full support through a mentor and a designated buddy.
As our Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will:
As the Ngā Mātārae graduate, you will have the opportunity to be involved in mahi across various directorates within council as part of a rotation programme.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You are someone who has excellent relationship management skills including being comfortable with working with the mana whenua and mataawaka and possess excellent communication skills. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with te reo and at a minimum has good pronunciation and use basic te reo Māori in emails, meetings, and conversations.
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR or Business Management Graduate! Start your career in an established organisation like Auckland Council where you’ll learn HR in an environment with size, scale and pace.
As a member of our People & Culture team, you will have the chance to contribute to various projects, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop key skills in transformation and delivery.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a proactive graduate, who is interested in the future of HR and wants to contribute in a meaningful way. You will bring innovation and critical thinking skills to help futureproof the work we do.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Risk and Assurance team are responsible for enabling, supporting, and assisting our people in making good decisions, providing assurance to senior management and elected members to instil trust and confidence in the way Auckland Council meets it obligations to Aucklanders.
As a Graduate in our team, you will rotate through the following units:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build authentic relationships. You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
If you are someone who has a passion for sustainability and waste minimisation then this is the role for you. This is your chance to bring your bright ideas and make a difference!
As a Waste Solutions Graduate, you will support a range of environmental services and programme to deliver the Zero Waste aspirations of our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide you with accelerated learning, development and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will possess strong customer service skills with a sense of personal ownership and responsibility. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, high attention to detail and time management skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Restricted drivers license is desirable
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Healthy Waters department is responsible for the management, planning and development of stormwater systems and its effects on the environment.
We work with iwi and value te mauri o te wai, the life-supporting capacity of water, to deliver our objectives in an innovative, sustainable and collaborative way.
We aim to future-proof Auckland’s water by creating healthy environments, empowering our communities and building resilient stormwater systems which fulfil Auckland Council’s Te Taruke-a-Tawhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan.
Your role will be split across our Healthy Waters and Regulatory teams. Your day-to-day tasks may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in stormwater systems. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills. You must be able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross functional teams.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
This is a rare opportunity for a Civil or Environmental Engineering Graduate to join our Infrastructure and Environmental Services team.
You will play a crucial role in project delivery as a key team member. Your responsibilities will include translating design briefs into successful project outcomes. Additionally, you’ll be instrumental in developing new technical standards and guidelines. These resources will be utilised by the NZ engineering community in designing and constructing horizontal engineering infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to gain authorship recognition for developing engineering standards which will further enhance your career pathway towards getting a CPEng.
Throughout our 2-year graduate programme, you will be supported by an Engineering New Zealand Accredited mentor to eventually attain the competencies required for Chartered Engineering Status through Engineering New Zealand.
Our graduates have the opportunity to work across the following disciplines:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a Graduate with strong communication skills, report writing and the ability to present information to a diverse audience. You will have excellent time management and organisational skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Have a valid NZ-restricted driver’s license with the ability to obtain a full licence by February 2025
This is your chance to make your mark on Auckland City’s future state. By helping shape Auckland’s urban landscape you’ll be ensuring that the city’s development aligns with regulations, sustainability and community needs.
As a Graduate Planner at Auckland Council, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of planning, planning-related roles and participate in key projects like understanding and researching what would help Auckland remain a liveable city in the future.
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide you with accelerated learning, development and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced planning professionals and meaningful project work. You will get the opportunity to experience the full cycle from concept design right through to monitoring!
At the end of the programme, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a permanent opportunity that is aligned to your ideal planning specialism.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within the Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
Our graduate planners have exceptional written and verbal communication skills as well as excellent analytical skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
If you are someone who has a passion for sustainability and waste minimisation then this is the role for you. This is your chance to bring your bright ideas and make a difference!
As a Waste Solutions Graduate, you will support a range of environmental services and programme to deliver the Zero Waste aspirations of our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide you with accelerated learning, development and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will possess strong customer service skills with a sense of personal ownership and responsibility. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, high attention to detail and time management skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Restricted drivers license is desirable
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Building Consent team have a crucial role in ensuring safe, compliant, and well-constructed buildings by ensuring that construction adheres to codes, safety standards and regulations.
This role will help you understand compliance (or non-compliance) with the building code and the approved building consent specifications.
Your day-to-day tasks will involve assisting with:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
Our Building Consent Graduates showcase initiative, have a strong attention to detail, possess excellent customer service skills with a thirst for learning.
We welcome applications from graduates who have done either a Diploma or a Bachelor level study in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Healthy Waters department is responsible for the management, planning and development of stormwater systems and its effects on the environment.
We work with iwi and value te mauri o te wai, the life-supporting capacity of water, to deliver our objectives in an innovative, sustainable and collaborative way.
We aim to future-proof Auckland’s water by creating healthy environments, empowering our communities and building resilient stormwater systems which fulfil Auckland Council’s Te Taruke-a-Tawhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan.
Your role will be split across our Healthy Waters and Regulatory teams. Your day-to-day tasks may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in stormwater systems. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills. You must be able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross functional teams.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Healthy Waters department is responsible for the management, planning and development of stormwater systems and its effects on the environment.
We work with iwi and value te mauri o te wai, the life supporting capacity of water , to deliver our objectives in an innovative, sustainable and collaborative way.
We aim to future proof Auckland’s water by creating healthy environments, empowering our communities and building resilient stormwater systems which fulfil Auckland Council’s Te Taruke-a-Tawhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan.
Your day-to-day tasks may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in stormwater systems. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills to work and collaborate within a close knit team.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
This is a rare opportunity for a Civil or Environmental Engineering Graduate to join our Infrastructure and Environmental Services team.
You will play a crucial role in project delivery as a key team member. Your responsibilities will include translating design briefs into successful project outcomes. Additionally, you’ll be instrumental in developing new technical standards and guidelines. These resources will be utilised by the NZ engineering community in designing and constructing horizontal engineering infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to gain authorship recognition for developing engineering standards which will further enhance your career pathway towards getting a CPEng.
Throughout our 2-year graduate programme, you will be supported by an Engineering New Zealand Accredited mentor to eventually attain the competencies required for Chartered Engineering Status through Engineering New Zealand.
Our graduates have the opportunity to work across the following disciplines:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a Graduate with strong communication skills, report writing and the ability to present information to a diverse audience. You will have excellent time management and organisational skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Have a valid NZ-restricted driver’s license with the ability to obtain a full licence by February 2025
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As a Governance graduate, you will be working to enable effective decision-making, by empowering our decision-makers, communities, organisations, and staff so that together we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can be proud of.
In your 2-year programme, you could be spending time supporting local democracy through rotations focused on:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for an innovative graduate who has good interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships.
You will be highly skilled in applications and possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills. You must have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and its relationship to local government.
We are particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To apply you must:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Ngā Mātārae division supports the council group (including council-controlled organisations) to deliver on Māori outcomes by:
As a Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction to achieve positive Māori outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include enhancing overall performance in delivering Māori-focused initiatives and cultivating meaningful relationships with mana whenua and other stakeholders.
Your work will be guided by our Kia Ora Tāmaki Makaurau framework, which highlights our commitment to positive outcomes with, for and by Māori. Additionally, you will receive full support through a mentor and a designated buddy.
As our Ngā Mātārae Graduate, you will:
As the Ngā Mātārae graduate, you will have the opportunity to be involved in mahi across various directorates within council as part of a rotation programme.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You are someone who has excellent relationship management skills including being comfortable with working with the mana whenua and mataawaka and possess excellent communication skills. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with te reo and at a minimum has good pronunciation and use basic te reo Māori in emails, meetings, and conversations.
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR or Business Management Graduate! Start your career in an established organisation like Auckland Council where you’ll learn HR in an environment with size, scale and pace.
As a member of our People & Culture team, you will have the chance to contribute to various projects, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop key skills in transformation and delivery.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for a proactive graduate, who is interested in the future of HR and wants to contribute in a meaningful way. You will bring innovation and critical thinking skills to help futureproof the work we do.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Risk and Assurance team are responsible for enabling, supporting, and assisting our people in making good decisions, providing assurance to senior management and elected members to instil trust and confidence in the way Auckland Council meets it obligations to Aucklanders.
As a Graduate in our team, you will rotate through the following units:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build authentic relationships. You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Over 1000 passionate, community-minded people work in the Connected Communities department with the vision to help all Aucklanders live their best lives, through the power of safe and thriving communities.
In this role, there is a strong focus on collaboration, communication, research, and advocacy, particularly around community safety and harm prevention (in a public health context).
Your day-to-day work may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates who have exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong focus on research and advocacy particularly around community safety and harm prevention. Demonstrating high emotional intelligence, empathy and personal resilience will enable you to succeed in the diverse range of work you will be part of
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Over 1000 passionate, community-minded people work in the Connected Communities department with the vision to help all Aucklanders live their best lives, through the power of safe and thriving communities.
This role focuses on project management & delivery, analysis & insights, continuous improvement, and organisational learning & development.
Your day-to-day work may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates with good interpersonal skills with the ability to build authentic relationships. You will have excellent organisational, project management and communication skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our team is expanding so this is a brand-new role where you can bring your fresh perspective to leverage data to inform decision making and solve real-world problems.
You will work within a team of data analysts and business intelligence specialists, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to leverage data insights for business strategy, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and informed decision-making.
Additionally, you build your network and foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the Data department.
As a Data Science Graduate at Auckland Council, you will help in creating data-driven solutions for identified problems and issues and communicating the results to a variety of staff and stakeholders.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates with a strong interest in all things data. You will possess strong communication skills and have a strong appetite for learning.
We embrace diversity and value unique perspectives so whether you hold a formal degree or are self-taught, we highly encourage you to apply.
Desirable qualifications
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our Health & Safety Graduates actively promote a safety culture at Auckland Council. In this role, you will support our leaders and their sites to improve their health and safety practices continuously. You will provide guidance based on our framework, corporate standards, and key safety requirements.
Your day-to-day tasks may include assisting with:
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide accelerated learning, development, and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to some key areas like Systems and Projects where you will assist with the implementation of plans and strategies, Risk and Assurance, and Business Partnering.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals, and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates with strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
If you are someone who has a passion for sustainability and waste minimisation then this is the role for you. This is your chance to bring your bright ideas and make a difference!
As a Waste Solutions Graduate, you will support a range of environmental services and programme to deliver the Zero Waste aspirations of our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.
Our 2-year graduate programme will provide you with accelerated learning, development and rotations. Our rotations will ensure that you get a 360-degree view and exposure to:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will possess strong customer service skills with a sense of personal ownership and responsibility. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, high attention to detail and time management skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
Restricted drivers license is desirable
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As a Governance graduate, you will be working to enable effective decision-making, by empowering our decision-makers, communities, organisations, and staff so that together we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can be proud of.
In your 2-year programme, you could be spending time supporting local democracy through rotations focused on:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for an innovative graduate who has good interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships.
You will be highly skilled in applications and possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills. You must have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and its relationship to local government.
We are particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To apply you must:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
The Auckland Council Legal Services Department -Ngā Ratonga Ture touches on most areas of New Zealand law, so whatever you’re interested in, you could have a chance to be involved in it. We have created a fun and supportive environment where you will be able to work alongside talented, committed lawyers to provide legal advice on a wide range of issues affecting Aucklanders.
You will assist 50+ lawyers in the various Legal teams across a range of matters, such as:
As part of our rotational 2-year graduate programme, you will rotate across our Legal teams and gain experience in areas such as Public, Commercial and Property Law along with litigation In your second year, you have the opportunity to select the area where you’d like to further your development and specialist knowledge and skills.
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone who has a genuine commitment to social issues. Excellent communication, problem solving and resilience is a must.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Over 1000 passionate, community-minded people work in the Connected Communities department with the vision to help all Aucklanders live their best lives, through the power of safe and thriving communities.
This role focuses on project management & delivery, analysis & insights, continuous improvement, and organisational learning & development.
Your day-to-day work may involve:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates with good interpersonal skills with the ability to build authentic relationships. You will have excellent organisational, project management and communication skills.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Our team is expanding so this is a brand-new role where you can bring your fresh perspective to leverage data to inform decision making and solve real-world problems.
You will work within a team of data analysts and business intelligence specialists, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to leverage data insights for business strategy, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and informed decision-making.
Additionally, you build your network and foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the Data department.
As a Data Science Graduate at Auckland Council, you will help in creating data-driven solutions for identified problems and issues and communicating the results to a variety of staff and stakeholders.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for Graduates with a strong interest in all things data. You will possess strong communication skills and have a strong appetite for learning.
We embrace diversity and value unique perspectives so whether you hold a formal degree or are self-taught, we highly encourage you to apply.
Desirable qualifications
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
The Information and Communications Technology (ICT) department is dedicated to ensuring optimal experiences for our Kaimahi across all systems, tools, and technology. We prioritise delivering innovative and streamlined services while maintaining cyber safety for our people and safeguarding the integrity of our organisation’s information and data.
Our ICT Graduates provide different levels of support concerning ICT issues including problem diagnosis, troubleshooting, triage and projects.
This is a very exciting space to be in with conversations around machine learning and implementation of AI just around the corner!
As our ICT Graduate, you will:
Throughout our 2-year Graduate Programme, you can expect to engage in on-the-job learning and innovative projects in areas including:
Each rotation will provide a healthy mix of on-the-job learning, mentoring from experienced professionals and meaningful work.
At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within Auckland Council entities.
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will have a good foundation of ICT skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts and ideas concisely and clearly, both verbally and written. You will be confident in taking initiative and working collaboratively in a team with a strong thirst for learning.
We welcome applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
You will possess good foundational skills either through your studies, work experience or volunteering.
To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:
