Stormwater Modelling & Data Analytics Interns - Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience

• A paid 12-week summer internship at the Living Wage rate of $29.90 per hour with hands-on experience, support and development. 
• Work on real projects that matter, contributing to services and initiatives that help shape the future of Tāmaki Makaurau and improve outcomes for Aucklanders.
• Manage and improve Auckland’s stormwater infrastructure and natural water systems. 

Spend your summer doing work that matters. Auckland Council’s Summer Internship Programme is from 23 November to 19 February and offers paid, hands-on experience at the Living Wage rate of $29.90 per hour. If you’re in your second-to-last year of study or continuing into a master’s programme, this is your chance to grow your skills, build your network and contribute to meaningful mahi for Tāmaki Makaurau. 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience (HWFR) department is dedicated to managing, planning, and developing stormwater systems. We work collaboratively with iwi and communities to future-proof Auckland’s water, ensuring healthy environments and resilient stormwater systems.  

We are seeking passionate and motivated interns to join our Catchment Modelling and Stormwater Quality teams, supporting separate work programmes that span several technical fields including hydraulic modelling, environmental data analysis and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). You will work alongside senior staff and technical leads to help build flood resilience and improve Auckland’s stormwater systems.

What you’ll be doing during your internship 

During your 12-week internship, you’ll be part of either the Catchment Modelling or Stormwater Quality teams, supporting mahi that contributes to understanding, managing, and improving Auckland’s stormwater systems and flood resilience outcomes. 

Each internship focuses on a different area of work as outlined below: 

He kōrero mōu: About you 

You have a keen interest in hydrological processes, stormwater systems, and the use of digital tools to support better environmental decision making. You are keen to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges. You bring strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset, along with strong technical skills and experience in data analytics, GIS, environmental systems and/or hydraulic modelling.  

We welcome applications from students studying: 

• Environmental or Civil Engineering
• Data Science
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Computer Science
• Statistics  

You must: 

• Be in your second-to-last year of a relevant bachelor’s degree, or continuing into a master’s degree programme. 

• Be eligible to work in New Zealand full-time from 23 November 2026 – 19 February 2027 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

You’ll gain hands-on experience, build practical skills and get a real insight into the mahi Auckland Council does for Tāmaki Makaurau. Throughout the 12-week internship, you’ll be supported by your team, connected with other interns and given opportunities to learn, grow your confidence and explore future career pathways in local government. 

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.  

How we’ll support you as a candidate 

We aim to provide an experience where you feel comfortable, supported, and able to be yourself. 

• We value whakapapa, reo, and tikanga as strengths - bring your whole self to mahi. 

• If you prefer a virtual interview or would like whānau support included, just let us know during the recruitment process. 

• We’ll work with you on any access needs so you can show your best self. 

For more information about the graduate programme, please visit our careers page.   

Te Tukanga Tono: Application process 

1. Online application – CV + a few quick questions 

2. One-way video interview  

3. Formal interview with a 2-person panel – in person or virtual 

4. Pre-employment checks  

5. Offer – Nau mai ki te whānau! 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. Nau mai, uru mai, your journey starts here. 

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!