Summer Students Programme

This is a part-time minimum 20hrs / maximum 30hrs per week, including weekends and public holidays), fixed term role, assisting our maritime staff with public education and gathering information from water users.

Generally, the hours will be between 08:00am - 16:30pm, but you could be required to start as early as 06:00am some days.

The role will involve working on boat ramps around Southland (primarily at Bluff, the Oreti River, Riverton and Te Anau) conducting surveys and distributing boating safety information. You will also be in the office, undertaking data entry tasks.

This role will suit a reliable, mature person who is confident in communicating with a wide range of people.

This position is available from 1 December 2025 - 16 January 2026. You are eligible to apply if you are currently enrolled in a tertiary institution or have graduated this year. All Summer Student roles are offered at a rate of $28.95 per hour. This role is a part-time minimum 20hrs / maximum 30hrs per week, including weekends and public holidays

Please upload your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

Closing Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025