Internship Programme | Future Accommodation Strategy

Wellington - New Zealand

Hourly Salary: $ 30 - 35

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a student or recent graduate looking to gain real-world experience in a place that values your voice your story and your potential

Parliamentary Service is offering a paid Wellington-based internship opportunity thats more than just a line on your CV its a chance to grow connect and contribute.

About the Internship

Parliamentary Service supports New Zealands democracy by delivering high-quality services to Members of Parliament stakeholders and the public. The internship sits within the Future Accommodation Strategy Team (FAS) Special Projects Team(read more here) in thePrecinct Operations Group which is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the parliamentary precinct.

Our internship is an 8-week programme where youll gain hands-on experience across the four key disciplines:

Health & Safety
Project Management
Procurement
Finance

Key Dates: Please note that this internship is office based and youll need to commit to being in Wellington across the below interview and programme dates.

Applications open: Tuesday 7th October
Interviews will be held: From week commencing 27th October
Offers made: From week commencing 10th November
2025 Programme dates: Mon. 24 Nov. to Fri. 12 Dec (3 weeks)
2026 Programme dates: Mon. 12 Jan to Fri. 13 Feb. (5 weeks)

This isnt just any internship its your chance to contribute to a programme that matters on a national scale. Youll be working in a dynamic purpose-driven environment learning from experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. Along the way youll explore different career pathways and discover where your strengths can take you.

Youll be paid above the living wage ($30$35/hour) work alongside experienced mentors and be part of a programme designed to build your confidence capability and career clarity.

What Youll Gain

Real-world experiencein a professional environment that values learning and growth.
Mentorship & supportfrom people who care about your development.
Networking opportunitieswith leaders and peers across Parliament.
Insight into public service practical experience and how your work can make a difference.
A platform to share your values whether through community work church involvement or personal passions.

As part of your internship journey youll get the chance to pitch an idea that matters to you something relevant insightful and uniquely yours.

Youll bring that idea to life in a presentationdelivered to our key stakeholders. Its your opportunity to showcase your thinking your voice and your growth. And yes your mentors will be there to cheer you on!

How to Apply

Were not looking for a perfect fact were more interested in yourcover letter tell us who you are what drives you and how your experiences (paid unpaid academic personal) have shaped your values and aspirations.

Whether youve volunteered in your community supported your church helped your whānau or simply want to make a positive impact we want to hear from you. We welcome applications from students of all disciplines and backgrounds. Were interested in your curiosity motivation and how youll contribute to our team and kaupapa. You dont need perfect grades were looking for people who bring:

A genuine interest in public service and the work of Parliament.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Initiative adaptability and a willingness to learn.
Experience or interest in areas like volunteering leadership Mātauranga Māori or Pacific knowledge is a bonus.

In your cover letter have a think about this internship aligns with your long-term career goals and what you would want to achieve if successful.

Apply Now

To apply click the Im Interested button to upload your CV but more importantly your cover letter! Applications close midnight 21st October applications must be made online due to declarations required for Right to Work in New Zealand. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero please email

Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers this date may change). Some candidates may be asked to participate in a video screening interview as part of the process so feel free to bring your personality and passion to life!

If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.

Required Experience:

Intern

Are you a student or recent graduate looking to gain real-world experience in a place that values your voice your story and your potentialParliamentary Service is offering a paid Wellington-based internship opportunity thats more than just a line on your CV its a chance to grow connect and contribu...