Intern in New Zealand
for 6 months
For students currently enrolled in hospitality, tourism or culinary arts programmes
Gain international hospitality experience in New Zealand while completing the practical internship requirements of your college or university programme.
Our 6-month internship programme offers paid placements across hospitality departments including Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage, Front Office and Housekeeping. You'll gain practical experience in a professional New Zealand workplace, develop your hospitality skills and experience living and working in a new country.
Why Choose Our New Zealand Internship Programme?
Your 6-month New Zealand internship gives you the opportunity to gain paid international hospitality experience while completing your practical training requirements.
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6-month paid hospitality internships
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Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage, Front Office and Housekeeping
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Minimum 30 hours per week
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Hourly pay of at least NZD $23.95
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Gain international hospitality experience
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Build your professional network
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NZ SIM card on arrival
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Support with bank account and IRD registration
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Internship placement with an established New Zealand hospitality employer
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Employer interview and internship agreement
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Pre-departure support
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Airport pickup on arrival
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2 nights' initial accommodation in Auckland
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Assistance with accommodation and settling into New Zealand
Visa Requirements
The New Zealand Student and Trainee Work Visa is used for eligible students undertaking practical work experience in New Zealand that is directly related to their course of study. Immigration New Zealand requires evidence that the practical work experience is related to the student's study, supported by their education provider and based on a written offer of work.
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Generally aged 18–35
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Candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university in a relevant diploma or degree course (for example: Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management)
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The internship application must be part of the college curriculum. Your college must certify, in writing, that this is the case (we can assist with the contents of the letter)
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You must meet Immigration New Zealand's health, character, financial and other visa requirements
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You must have sufficient funds to support yourself in New Zealand or an acceptable sponsor
Application Process
Below, you'll find an overview of our application process. We provide guidance along each step to ensure you're successful. We recommend applying 4–6 months before your intended start date.
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Submit your online application
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Complete your free screening interview with our team, and the New Zealand compliance assessment
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If accepted, settle your program registration fee
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Have an interview with an employer and receive an offer
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Complete your visa documentation and application
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Pay the remaining programme fees
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Your visa application is lodged with the New Zealand government on your behalf
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Receive pre-departure and arrival support
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Travel to New Zealand
Program Costs
The program costs below outline all the costs associated with the 6 month internship program in New Zealand:
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Programme registration fee: NZD $1,000. This fee is payable after you have passed your screening interview and compliance interview with our team and is non-refundable.
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Programme fee: NZD $6,450. This fee is payable after you have accepted an internship offer, but before your visa application is lodged with the New Zealand government.
Exclusions:
The following costs are not included in the programme fees:
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Flights to and from New Zealand
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Travel/medical insurance
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Living costs such as rent, food, transportation and personal expenses
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Travel from Auckland to your internship location where applicable
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Costs you might incur throughout the visa process, such as medical examinations, police certificates and translation services if documents are not in English