Graduates & interns
Ngā MāhuriYour career journey starts here.
At PDP, our graduates and interns are valued team members from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, scientists, and environmental consultants on projects that make a difference to our communities and the environment.
With hands-on opportunities, tailored support, and a culture that encourages curiosity and growth, we’ll help you build the skills, confidence, and connections to kickstart your career in environmental consulting.
Keen to learn more? Check out stories from our recent graduates and interns to hear about their experiences at PDP.
Keen to learn more? Check out stories from our recent graduates and interns to hear about their experiences at PDP.
Summer internship applications are now open
Looking to kick-start your career with meaningful, real-world experience?
At PDP, our interns are more than observers – they’re valued members of our team. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, scientists, planners, and advisors on projects that help shape communities across Aotearoa.
As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of environmental, engineering, and advisory projects, contributing to work that addresses some of the country’s most important challenges. You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary teams, learn from industry leaders, and develop practical skills that will support your future career.
How to apply
To apply for a summer internship position, please email the following documents to careers@pdp.co.nz:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Academic transcript
Available Internship Positions
| Team | Locations |
| Water Infrastructure | Tauranga (Three waters) |
| Water Resources |
Christchurch (Python and flood modelling) Tauranga (Water resources) |
What we offer:
Graduates
- Our Foundation for Success programme will help you kick-start your career here at PDP
- Get involved in a variety of work with a high level of responsibility
- Social and sports activities throughout the year
- The opportunity to join our mentoring programme, to assist you in your development
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- A day off to attend your graduation
- Welcoming, supportive and flexible work environment
Summer interns
- Internships run from November to February
- You will have an opportunity to find out what it is like to work as a junior engineer or scientist in a professional consultancy
- We provide an induction programme to help you get familiar with our company
- You will have a buddy who will help you get the most out of your summer work experience
- An opportunity to participate in social activities
- Health and Safety training
- If you are offered a Graduate position at the end of your internship we will maintain ongoing contact with you throughout your final year at university
Current graduate vacancies
Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer
Auckland
Full-time
Graduate Hydrogeologist
Auckland
Full-time