At Stats NZ we are unleashing the power of data.
We provide the information that helps key decision-makers make better, more informed decisions for a stronger Aotearoa New Zealand. This means we need forward- thinking people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join our team and work with us to unleash the power of data to change lives.
Internship Programmes:
Below are some of the summer internships we’ve supported; they offer a range of different areas of focus, intake timeframes and application processes.
The Analytics and Research in Government Internship Programme
The Analytics and Research in Government Group Internship Programme (ARG) is a multi-agency initiative to build capability in data, analytics and research across Government. These insights inform the way government makes decisions, from policy changes to financial decisions – ARG is a crucial part of creating a better New Zealand for all New Zealanders.
Applications for the 2020-2021 summer intake have closed.
For more information or to apply check out https://www.ilovedata.org.nz/
Tupu Tai Pasifika Public Sector Internship Programme
Join the growing tide of Pacific peoples working in public policy in Aotearoa. The Tupu Tai programme is a paid 11-week summer internship offered to Pasifika tertiary students and recent graduates interested in a career in the public sector. ‘Tupu’ means ‘to grow’ and ‘Tai’ means ‘tide’ in a number of Pacific dialects – referring to the growing tide of Pacific peoples in policy roles in the public sector. This is an opportunity for you to gain policy experience, build professional networks, and helps prepare you to enter employment after completing your studies.
Applications for the 2020-2021 summer intake have closed.
For more information or to apply check out https://www.mbie.govt.nz/about/work-for-us/graduate-and-intern-opportunities/tupu-tai-pasifika-public-sector-internship-programme/
Tupu Toa Internship Programme
The TupuToa Internship Programme is a pathway that provides professional opportunities for Māori and Pacific tertiary students in corporate, government and community organisations.
Applications for the 2020-2021 summer intake have closed.
For more information check out https://www.tuputoa.org.nz/
Graduate Programmes:
Below are some of the summer internships we’ve supported; they offer a range of different areas of focus, intake timeframes and application processes.
GovTech Talent Graduate Programme
The Govtech Talent Graduate Programme is an initiative aimed at bringing innovative new thinkers into existing government agencies with the intention of developing new solutions to digitalise existing public services for the benefit of New Zealand. Working at three different agencies during your time in the programme, you will gain a greater insight into the government’s core ‘business’ operations, build an understanding of similarities and differences between different agencies, and gain an appreciation of working in the public service environment.
For more information check out https://nxtstep.co.nz/
We are often looking for students to take on internships and graduate opportunities so keep an eye on this page for updates.
Should you have any questions re the above mentioned programmes or any other initiatives please contact renee.coetzee@stats.