Student Civil Engineer

Role overview

This opportunity is a paid summer internship for civil engineering students who want practical exposure to engineering consulting. The program is designed to help students work on meaningful projects, develop technical and advisory skills, and learn directly from specialists within a leading consultancy.

The internship runs for 12 weeks and is available in Christchurch, as well as other locations across Aotearoa New Zealand including Auckland and Wellington. It is aimed at students who are curious, motivated, and interested in building a career in consultancy.

Where you could be placed

You may join either the Land & Water team or the Transport team. Depending on placement, work may involve water infrastructure, stormwater and flood resilience, or transport-related projects such as roads, highways, public transport, and walking and cycling networks.

What the internship may include

• Contributing to live projects and helping solve technical problems
• Working with teams across different disciplines and regions in Asia Pacific
• Connecting with the early careers community through Limelight
• Learning from senior professionals and technical specialists
• Getting insight into pathways that lead into the Graduate Program

Development and support

The program is structured to strengthen technical skills, build confidence in a consulting environment, and give interns a clearer understanding of future career options. You will be supported by a team leader, a buddy, and the early careers team, and will take part in the Intern Learning Series and Leadership Series.

Inclusion and employer background

The employer has been recognised as one of New Zealand’s 2026 Top 100 Graduate Employers by Prosple, and holds Gender Tick accreditation as well as Pride Pledge partnership status. The company says it values inclusive employment and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.

Additional information

The organisation requests that applicants share their authentic experiences and thinking in their application, as hiring decisions are made by people rather than AI. If you need a recruitment adjustment, you can contact [email protected].

Workplace values

Te whakahā i ngā whakaaro | Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views. Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi | Be bold, be strong, work as one.

Availability

The internship requires full-time availability for 12 weeks from mid-November 2026 to February 2027, with a two-week break over Christmas and New Year.

Candidate profile

This role is intended for students currently studying Civil Engineering or a related field, ideally in their second-to-last year. A genuine interest in either Land & Water or Transport is preferred, along with curiosity, strong communication, and a collaborative approach.