Network Solutions Interns - Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience

Network Solutions Interns – Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience A paid 12‑week summer internship at the Living Wage rate of $29.90 per hour. The internship runs from 23 November to 19 February and offers hands‑on experience, support and development in Auckland Council’s healthy waters and flood resilience (HWFR) department. Auckland Council’s HWFR department manages, plans and develops stormwater systems in partnership with iwi and communities to create healthy environments and resilient stormwater systems. The Network Solutions team supports projects that improve Auckland’s stormwater infrastructure and natural water systems. Key Responsibilities Research and review property files and access agreements. Oversee and refine statutory processes, including liaising with Water Service Commissioners. Support customer communications and administrative tasks. Attend meetings with project managers and engineers. Learn how council plans and delivers large public stormwater works. Gain exposure to real‑world environmental, legal and property issues. Qualifications & Experience Second‑to‑last year of a bachelor’s degree, or currently pursuing a master’s degree, in Law, Property, Construction Management or a related field. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a proactive attitude. Developing understanding of property law, planning frameworks and public sector processes. Experience with legal research tools, property databases or Microsoft Office is an advantage. Preferred but not essential: a valid New Zealand driver’s licence. What We Offer Supportive team environment with mentorship and networking opportunities. Exposure to large‑scale infrastructure projects and cross‑agency collaboration. Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that benefits the community. How We’ll Support You We value whakapapa, reo and tikanga as strengths. Bring your whole self to work. Whānau support is available – let us know during recruitment. We’ll work with you on any access needs to enable you to perform at your best. Application Details Applications close: 11:59 pm, Sunday 26th July 2026. The formal title for this role is Healthy Waters and Flood Resilience Intern. Equal Opportunity Statement Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr