Our placement process is focused on finding the perfect match for your company. The process from application to having enthusiastic and skilled young professionals in your office is done in a few simple steps.

Guidelines for an Internship company

Hosting an intern is completely legal in New Zealand if you do it according the guidelines of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. They have defined lawful unpaid work to include work trials, volunteer work, work experience and internships. Unpaid work is lawful if it is a genuine work experience, vocational placement or volunteering arrangement. The guidelines of an appropriate unpaid internship can be found on the website of Ministry of Business Innovation & Employment.

Guidelines MBIE;

I’m not classed as an employee. I can help you with:

• freeing up your time
• doing one-off jobs
• charity work or anything that might give me new experiences or skills.

I should have from you:

• any training that is required to do the task
• a record of when I worked for you
• a written agreement that explains this is an unpaid internship/volunteer position only, what the nature of my work is, and how long we’ve agreed it should last.

We can help you fully comply with these guidelines when you host an intern through New Zealand Internships, ensuring a beneficial and legally sound experience for both you and the intern.

What is an Internship?

An internship is a temporary work experience designed to give students and graduates exposure to the working environment. The objectives, qualifications, and experiences of an intern are often closely aligned with their field of study, providing practical insight and hands-on experience.

Unlike employment, an internship is primarily a learning experience undertaken during an intern’s education or shortly after they have graduated. Interns may be local or international, each bringing unique perspectives and skills. Local candidates often come from New Zealand universities or tertiary institutions and may need an internship to graduate or seek post-graduation work experience to enter their chosen industry. International candidates are drawn to New Zealand’s reputation as a quality destination for internships, with many coming from top universities in Europe, the UK, and the United States. These interns seek practical experience and university credits in their field of study.

Internships are rapidly becoming the bridge between education and employment. Hosting an intern is a valuable contribution to the future workforce, allowing companies to connect with emerging talent, develop their potential, and grow together. Let your company “Connect With Our Future” and thrive with the help of an intern.