Electronics Engineering Internship

At Halter were on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break No quad bikes no dogs no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. Its changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us youll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think out-work and out-care. Were committed to delivering real change in the world - this isnt easy and in truth we love that its hard.

Were backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund Bessemer Venture Partners BOND DCVC Blackbird Promus Ventures Rocket Labs Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.

To find out more visit our LinkedIn & Instagram.

About the role

Halter is looking for high performing Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering students to join the Halter Hardware team for the summer. Your work will be fundamental in ensuring the success of the hardware team goals and will be pivotal in driving key performance improvements across the product. You will work closely with the Electronics Mechanical Firmware and Production engineering teams in a fast-paced dynamic environment where decisions are made quickly and everyone has an impact. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to our production hardware.

This internship will run from mid-to-late November 2026 and end in February 2027. It will be onsite & full-time 40 hours a week over this period.

What your day could look like

• Reduce device cost and increase device reliability and performance through optimising existing and developing new electronic circuits.

• Conduct design verification testing to quantify the quality of hardware designs.

• Design and build ancillary systems jigs devices and processes to support hardware and firmware development and device production.

• Provide technical debugging support and assistance to internal Halter team members or external suppliers as required.

• Assist the hardware team with any other miscellaneous projects required to complete high-level team objectives.

Who are we looking for

• You are enrolled in your penultimate final year or have a recent completion of an electronics/mechatronics engineering or similar degree.

• Someone with the right attitude. Were looking for the deeply curious those who are driven to learn and grow in all areas.

• Someone who is energetic and excited about what were driving for at Halter.

• A student who is passionate about electronics and hardware design and gets involved in extracurricular activities.

• We want someone who is hungry who wants to be stretched and wants to start doing the best work of their life right now.

• An intern at Halter is a fully-fledged member of the team and youll be given opportunity ownership and responsibility like everyone else.

• If this sounds a little intense it is. Youll be working alongside an epic team of the best and brightest. Youll be having an impact and youll be learning quickly - thats Halter.

Why our team loves working at Halter

• A genuine and shared connection to our mission to make a difference in the world.

• The excitement risk and reward of a high-growth technology scale-up.

• The pride of joining an iconic New Zealand technology company growing successfully on the global stage.

• The opportunity to work with and grow alongside a dynamic and highly talented team with diverse backgrounds.

• The opportunity to supercharge your career in a supportive and caring environment.

• Our ideas are truly valued we are able to move fast and our impact is real.

• We offer a competitive remuneration package.

Join our team

Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but dont necessarily tick every requirement on this job description please still get in touch and apply to Halter. Wed love to chat to see if youll be an epic fit!

If this opportunity sounds like you please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why youre excited about this role and working at Halter along with your CV and well be in touch!

Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and dont forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.

Why our team loves working at Halter

• Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful helping farmers improve their livelihoods spend more time with their families and build more sustainable operations.

• Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse kind and driven people who push each other to do their best work. Youll be thrown into the deep end tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.

• Youll grow here. Autonomy mastery and learning define how we work. Youll have the freedom to work on interesting problems master new skills and continuously develop yourself.

• This isnt easy and we love that its hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast take bold bets and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship but its an epic journey to be a part of!

Required Experience:

Intern