For those of you wanting to further your work training and education in New Zealand there is the possibility to undertake an Internship. New Zealand Immigration offer a Student Trainee / Internship Visa which allows students from all over the world to undertake a 6 to 12 month placement at companies across New Zealand. The visa is only open to students who need to complete a work placement or internship as part of their Higher Education course.
.: Which Visa Do I Need?
The visa will you need is a General Work visa and you apply under the 'Student and Trainee Policy' It is open to residents of all countries and to apply you wil need to provide;
evidence of a job offer from a New Zealand employer that is relevant to your studies, evidence of enrollment on a course that requires a work placement, proof of funds to look after yourself when you arrive, xray certficate, meet certain health requirements.
For more details on how to apply look at our work placements page