Environmental Monitoring & Research Intern - Hydrology at Auckland Council

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Oct, 26

Salary

29.9

Posted On

19 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hydrology, Environmental Monitoring, Data Management, Field Measurements, Instrument Calibration, Troubleshooting, Site Maintenance, Water Quality Analysis, Rainfall Monitoring, River Flow Measurement, Groundwater Monitoring, Lake Level Monitoring

Industry

Government Administration

Description

A paid 12-week summer internship at the Living Wage rate of $29.90 per hour with hands-on experience, support and development. Work on real projects that matter, contributing to services and initiatives that help shape the future of Tāmaki Makaurau and improve outcomes for Aucklanders. Learn and grow with exposure to a range of environmental monitoring research areas Spend your summer doing work that matters. Auckland Council’s Summer Internship Programme is from 23 November to 19 February and offers paid, hands-on experience at the Living Wage rate of $29.90 per hour. If you’re in your second-to-last year of study or continuing into a master’s programme, this is your chance to grow your skills, build your network and contribute to meaningful mahi for Tāmaki Makaurau. He angitūtanga: The opportunity Interested in hydrology, environmental monitoring, and getting outdoors? Join Auckland Council's Hydrology and Environmental Data Management team for a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting one of the region's largest environmental monitoring programmes. Based in Auckland's city centre but working across the entire region, you'll spend most of your time in the field (3–4 days per week/40 hrs per week) helping collect critical information on rainfall, river flows, lake levels, groundwater, and water quality. Working alongside experienced hydrologists and environmental scientists, you'll learn how monitoring networks are operated and maintained, and gain practical skills in field measurements, instrument calibration, troubleshooting, and site maintenance. No two days are the same. One day you could be measuring stream flows in a remote catchment, and the next maintaining monitoring equipment or downloading data from sites across the region. You'll also support data management activities and help ensure the high-quality information collected by the team is ready for analysis and reporting. This internship offers the chance to explore a wide range of Auckland's natural environments, develop valuable technical and field skills, and gain insight into how environmental data is collected and used to support water resource management and decision-making. It's an ideal opportunity for a student looking to build practical experience and see how hydrology works in the real world. During the placements, there will be the opportunity to see how all the environmental programmes undertaken in EEMU are conducted across the teams. What you’ll be doing during your internship Grow your skills and start your career. Our internship programme ensures you get to do real work that matters and learn from experts in your field. You'll engage in meaningful work, contributing to the development of Auckland as a world-class city.  We offer a supportive environment, with mentorship and networking opportunities. You’ll be part of our internship whānau and will be supported every step of the way by a team who want you to succeed, including a buddy, intern liaison, Careers Team, and the wider intern cohort. This role offers you a brilliant summer job that is related to your degree and will give you valuable work experience to help propel your career in the future. You’ll have the opportunity to work across different environmental specialisations in the Environmental Evaluation and Monitoring Unit and gain first-hand experience of environmental monitoring and research. He kōrero mōu: About you You are well suited to working in a team but can undertake tasks independently and proactively where required. You have a passion for the environment and managing and analysing data and understand the value of turning data into information and knowledge. You enjoy working outdoors and are comfortable working outside in all weather conditions, sometimes for long days, with an excellent attitude towards health and safety. You are a competent swimmer and confident working in or near water. To be eligible for this opportunity: Be enrolled in a degree for environmental/biological/natural science or similar and completing your penultimate year or last year of study Preference will be given to students completing their BSc and intending to progress to a PGDipSci, BSc (Hons) or MSc. Be eligible to work in New Zealand full-time from 23 November 2026 – 19 February 2027 Hold a clean, full New Zealand driver’s license and be prepared to drive Utes Ability to swim confidently and safely, as some activities may involve working in or around water A current first aid certificate, day skippers and/or water safety qualification would be beneficial but are not essential Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer You’ll gain hands-on experience, build practical skills and get a real insight into the mahi Auckland Council does for Tāmaki Makaurau. Throughout the 12-week internship, you’ll be supported by your team, connected with other interns and given opportunities to learn, grow your confidence and explore future career pathways in local government. We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.  How we’ll support you as a candidate We aim to provide an experience where you feel comfortable, supported, and able to be yourself. We value whakapapa, reo, and tikanga as strengths - bring your whole self to mahi. If you prefer a virtual interview or would like whānau support included, just let us know during the recruitment process. We’ll work with you on any access needs so you can show your best self. For more information about the Internship programme, please visit our careers page. Te Tukanga Tono: Application process Online application – CV + a few quick questions One-way video interview Formal interview with a 2-person panel – in person or virtual Pre-employment checks Offer – Nau mai ki te whānau! Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. Nau mai, uru mai, your journey starts here. Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now! Your application should accurately reflect your own work, writing, and skills, even where AI tools have been used for support Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 26th July 2026. We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they are received. As applications may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate pool is identified, we encourage you to apply early. Find a copy of the position description here: Environmental Monitoring and Research Intern This role is deemed safety-sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

Collect critical environmental data on rainfall, river flows, and water quality through extensive field work. Support data management activities to ensure high-quality information is ready for analysis and reporting.