Environment & Sustainability Intern null

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Are you a student passionate about the environment and sustainability looking for a paid summer internship? We need your energy to help decarbonise Aotearoa and safeguard the planet for future generations.

We have an exciting opportunity for an  Environmental and Sustainability Intern in Clyde this summer!

You will work closely with Jenny one of our awesome environment advisors, on projects that support you to learn about the work that Contact does and provide you with experience relevant to your area of study, interest, or expertise. You will be supported by your mentor and the Sustainability team. A focus of work will be assisting Contact’s Native Fish Management Programme through tasks such as the trap and transfer of migratory fish, data collection and a wide range of biodiversity related projects.  

What to Expect:

Our summer internship program starts with a virtual induction where you’ll learn about our Contact story. You’ll connect with other interns and graduates, and meet some of our leaders who will share some insights on the program and what to expect. Throughout the internship, you’ll have assigned tasks, responsibilities and projects to complete. You’ll also be enrolled in an online learning pathway with eLearning modules to complete over the summer, and you’ll have a dedicated buddy to help support you along the way.

Ko wai koe | About you

We are seeking applications from students in their second year (and above) studying the following degrees; 

• Environmental
• Sustainability

We can equip you with the skills needed to excel in this internship and beyond. What truly matters to us is inclusivity and diversity of thought, so it is important to just be yourself! If you resonate with our values - curiosity, human kindness, progressive and pointed focus – then we might be the perfect fit for you. Ideally you are:

• Interested in the renewable energy sector.
• Passionate about the environment and our strategy to decarbonise Aotearoa.
• Naturally curious and enjoy solving problems.
• A strong communicator with excellent written, verbal and listening skills.
• A team player who enjoys building relationships and working collaboratively.

So, what do you think? This is an opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll be part of an organisation committed to keeping our home great now and for future generations. If you’re passionate about sustainability and ready for an exciting new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. 

Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet 60% of the criteria, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they tick every box. We're not about box ticking, so if you think you have what it takes but don't meet everything stated above, please still get in touch. We'd love to kōrero.