Community Wellbeing (Arts, Events, and Culture) Graduate

Auckland Council is looking for graduates! Are you in your final year or a recent graduate eager to start your career in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact? Our 2-year rotational Graduate Programme is designed to nurture talent and provide a platform for personal and professional development. By joining us, you'll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry experts, and exposure to a range of projects that contribute to Auckland's growth and sustainability.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Community Wellbeing department has an opportunity for an Arts, Culture, and Events Graduate to join their team. 

• Join a collaborative and engaging team who deliver creative, cultural, and community services that enrich the lives of Aucklanders.
• Support vibrant city-wide events like CultureFest and Movies in Parks,  through hands-on experience in event production, civic engagement, and public facilitation.
• Empower creativity and inclusion by contributing to asrts and culture projects, creative programming, and strategic partnerships that reflect Auckland’s diverse communities and Te Ao Māori values, and amplifying those stories.

You can expect to be involved in a range of projects, research and programmes which will involve working within various teams including:

• Arts & Culture
• Events
• Community Delivery

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for innovative graduates who bring both creativity and capability.
You’ll thrive if you have:

• Project management skills to support planning, coordination, and delivery of impactful community initiatives.
• Digital savvy in social media, content creation, and marketing to help amplify our stories and connect with diverse audiences.
• A collaborative mindset with strong communication and adaptability to work across arts, events, and community spaces.

We welcome applications from a range of degrees and disciplines, but a strong interest in arts, culture, and event planning would be beneficial.

To be eligible to apply, you must have the following:

• Eligibility to work in New Zealand for more than 3 years without sponsorship
• Minimum of a relevant Bachelor’s degree completed January 2024 – January 2026
• A valid New Zealand restricted or full driver’s license (if role requires)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Our 2-year Graduate Programme aims to provide you with the opportunities and support you need to launch your career and develop as a future leader or specialist within Auckland Council.  With over 80 areas of business and the chance to work on large-scale projects, we want to see you achieve your goals while making a real difference in the lives of Aucklanders. At the end of the programme, you’ll also be supported in securing a permanent role within one of our Auckland Council entities.

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits -  discounts and partnership benefits..

Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Tuesday 19 August 2025 

Find a copy of the position description here: {LINK to PD}

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

This role has a starting salary of $65,000

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered. 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.