Power & Structural Engineering Intern - NZ Summer

As a medium-sized, NZ owned, consultancy with offices in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch, Ergo deals with a wide range of electrical and civil engineering projects, giving you many opportunities to grow your skills quickly, with guidance from our experts. Ergo’s work, in our electrical team, involves conceptual and detailed design, supported by software simulation or modelling, for high voltagetransmission, power generation and distribution projects. Our civil and structural team provides general building analysis and design expertise across energy sector and for other projects in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Power Systems - Christchurch or Tauranga Structural – Tauranga, Christchurch or Auckland Over the summer break with Ergo you will experience a range of engineering activities, letting you get a feel of a fast-paced consulting work environment. You will be involved in assisting with engineering projects, learning relevant skills that will prepare you for a graduate role in the power sector. The work you will be involved with will directly contribute to actual projects completed by Ergo, giving meaningful work over the summer break. You will also be assigned a mentor, an experienced engineer from within the business, who will assist with your training across the summer. Ergo - a recognised employer of choice Ergo is recognised by Engineering NZ as a Professional Development Partner (PDP), signifying that we have demonstrated a strong commitment to developing our engineering staff and providing continuing support to the engineering profession. Applications from 2nd and 3rd year Power System or Structural students Ergo is now accepting applications from students in their second or third year of their degree in electrical or structural engineering for internship roles for the 2026/27 summer break. It is anticipated that the duration of work will be approximately 10 weeks, in line with university work experience requirements. Power System Design - specialising in high and medium voltage electrical design for power generation, transmission and distribution companies, and large electricity users. This work includes substation design, protection, renewable grid connection studies, network studies and earthing studies. Structural – specialising in building and structural analysis for the energy industry. Thesepositions are available to students completing their 2nd or 3rd year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Structural) and wanting to start their career off in a company committed to the development of Intern Engineers. In addition, you will need to: have strong academic results - we are looking for well-rounded individuals be a team player have excellent communication skills in order to effectively interact with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and your colleagues - written and oral. be an \"active\" learner have a passion for engineering and the power systems industry Why join Ergo? You will get the opportunity to join an enthusiastic team of like-minded professionals, working on interesting and challenging projects. There will be opportunities to grow and gain seniority as your skills develop. At Ergo we offer a healthy culture, an excellent reputation & strong pipeline of interesting work. With our commitment to fostering your learning and development, we will support your career goals and provide opportunities for development. We are an inspired team of professionals who enjoy our work and like to have fun! Ergo is a great place to work where our people and their contributions are valued. The expected start date for theseroles is 16th November2026, with a duration of approximately 10 working weeks. Please note that the opportunities for Power Systems Interns are based in either Christchurch or Tauranga. The opportunities for Structural Engineer Interns is either Tauranga, Christchurch or Auckland. Note: ApplicationsClose 4 August 2026 Applicants must be legally able to work in New Zealand. We are proud to be a recognised employer of choice by Engineering NZ as a Professional Development Partner For further information on Ergo go to: www.ergo.co.nz #J-18808-Ljbffr