Circular economy internships
Reject linear thinking. Help design the circular economy
We’re looking for smart student interns who are passionate about waste reduction and circular economy principles.
There are a total of four positions available in the Waikato region, with the following territorial authorities:
- Hamilton City Council
- South Waikato District Council
- Waikato District Council
- Waipā District Council.
These year-long, paid opportunities start in February 2025.
Applications
Your commitment
All positions run from February 2025 to February 2026, working 10 hours a week during term time and up to 30 hours a week during term breaks and over the summer holidays.
Eligibility
Open to all New Zealand citizen tertiary students studying in the Waikato region in 2025.
Apply now!
Applications must be made directly with your district or city council of choice. Links to their application portals will be provided on this page as soon as they are available.
South Waikato District Council - Apply here
Waikato District Council - opening soon
Waipā District Council – Apply here
Hamilton City Council – awaiting confirmation
For general queries email cei@waikatoregion.govt.nz
What's on offer
What you get
- Paid to design, create and deliver your own circular economy project
- Develop and showcase skills employers value
- Use knowledge from your field of study
- Learn from a supportive mentor and get a grounding in local government
- Be inspired by local businesses and sustainability champions
- Benefit from fieldtrips and meeting other interns
- Be part of an intern team and have diverse learning opportunities
What we get
- To support the new generation of sustainability change-makers (that could be you!)
- New circular economy projects in action that benefit our region
- Fresh ideas and perspectives to help shape future work
- Good news stories to inspire others
To be successful, you’ll need to be:
- enthusiastic about the circular economy
- organised and good at managing projects.
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