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 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 for New Zealand. We are often looking for students to take on internships so keep an eye of this page for updates.
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 open: Monday 13th July 2020
Applications close: Sunday 16th August (midnight) 2020
For more information or to apply check out https://www.ilovedata.org.nz/
Tupu Tai Pasifika Public Sector
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: now open
Applications close: Sunday 12 July 2020, midnight
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/
Government Health & Safety Lead (GHSL) Summer Internship Programme
The Health and Safety Summer Intern Programme is a key part of the Government Health and Safety Lead (GHSL) workforce development programme, designed to build a pipeline of future passionate health, safety and wellbeing professionals for the government sector. The demand for health and safety professionals in New Zealand is high, with an estimated shortage of 2,500 health and safety professionals over the next 10 years. There are a range of career opportunities within this profession!
Applications: Applications for the 2020/2021 programme will start in August 2020. We’ll advertise and update this page when applications open.
For more information check out https://www.healthandsafety.govt.nz/about-us/health-and-safety-summer-intern-programme/
Should you have any questions re the above mentioned intern programmes or any other initiatives please contact renee.coetzee@stats.govt.nz