Summer Internship 2026/27 – Environmental Engineering

Drive positive environmental outcomes through science, engineering, and innovative problem-solving.

Applications are now open for our 2026/27 Environmental Engineering Summer Internship Programme.

If you're curious about how industry, infrastructure and development interact with the environment, and enjoy working with data, analysis and practical problem-solving, this internship is for you.

As an Environmental Engineering Intern at Tonkin + Taylor (T+T), you'll work alongside one of New Zealand's well-established Environmental Engineering teams. You'll contribute to a wide variety of projects that help clients understand, manage, and reduce their environmental impacts through science, engineering, and practical problem-solving."

This is an opportunity to apply your academic learning to meaningful projects that contribute to healthier communities and a more sustainable future.

Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are

Tonkin + Taylor is one of New Zealand's leading engineering and environmental consultancies, known for solving challenging problems through technical excellence, collaboration and practical thinking.

We are proudly New Zealand-owned and employee-owned, with a shared purpose to create and sustain a better world.

Our people are known for being humble high achievers - collaborative, innovative, and passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes for clients and communities. We believe our people are our greatest strength, which is why we invest in their development, wellbeing, and career growth.

Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu pūkenga | We want your skills

We're looking for enthusiastic and inquisitive students studying Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemical & Process Engineering, Chemical & Materials Engineering, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or another related engineering or environmental science discipline."

We have internship opportunities available in

Auckland

Wellington

To be successful, you'll ideally have

Graduation expected between late 2027 and late 2028

A GPA of approximately 6.0 or above (out of 9)

The right to work in New Zealand

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Confidence working with data, calculations and technical information

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Curiosity and a willingness to learn

A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a team

Participation in extracurricular activities, part-time work, volunteering, clubs, sports, or community initiatives

Why join our Environmental Engineering team?

As a T+T Summer Intern, you'll have the opportunity to:

Work alongside experienced environmental engineers and scientists.

Contribute to a diverse range of environmental engineering projects across multiple sectors.

Assist with environmental investigations, monitoring, data collection, and technical analysis.

Support environmental assessments and help develop practical, science-based solutions for clients.

Gain exposure to environmental planning, sustainability, regulatory, and engineering processes.

Visit project sites to understand how environmental challenges are managed in real-world settings.

Contribute to technical reports, presentations, and project deliverables.

Build professional networks across engineering, environmental science, planning, and other multidisciplinary teams.

Take part in intern development, learning, and networking activities.

Experience our collaborative, supportive, and inclusive culture.

Join a pathway that has launched the careers of many of T+T's graduate engineers and environmental professionals.

This is a unique opportunity to see how engineering and environmental science come together to solve complex challenges and create positive environmental outcomes.

A place where you belong

We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong. "Everyone Matters" is one of our core values, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Tonkin + Taylor is proud to be part of the Rainbow Tick Whānau and encourages applications from members of rainbow communities.

Interested in more than one opportunity?

If multiple roles or locations appeal to you, we encourage you to submit more than one application. This helps us understand your interests and match you with opportunities that best align with your skills, aspirations, and location preferences.

Bring your curiosity, ideas, and ambition, and discover what it's like to work on projects that help shape New Zealand's future.

Join Tonkin + Taylor this summer and take the first step in your engineering career.

Job Details

Reference #

37048

Posted on

07 Jul 2026

Closes on

04 Aug 2026 12:00

Location(s)

Auckland, Wellington

Expertise

Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Resource Engineering

Job level(s)

Graduate (1-4 years)

Work type(s)

Fixed term