Early In Career

Early In Careers

Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education is committed to supporting young people through internship and graduate opportunities that will help kick-start a career in your chosen profession. We’re excited to give young people the chance to gain valuable experience and contacts!

You’ll be working on real projects with experienced colleagues who’ll support you to develop your skills and knowledge and make the most of your time with us. By working at Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, you will have the opportunity to support improved outcomes for ākonga | learners, whānau and families, communities and wider Aotearoa.

This is a professional space that’s all about bringing your whole selves to work and prioritises your learning and development. Learn more about our ‘Early in Career' opportunities below.

Psychology Internship Programme

The Ministry of Education Psychology Internship Programme provides an opportunity for postgraduate students to develop the skills needed to make a real difference in the lives of ākonga, whānau, and communities across Aotearoa.

This programme supports the next generation of psychologists by offering hands-on experience in educational settings, underpinned by cultural responsiveness, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Find out more about our internship programme by clicking the link below.

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Graduate Policy Programme 

Every year, we recruit a new cohort of Graduate Policy Analysts to join Te Pou Kaupapahere, our extensive community of policy professionals/colleagues

As a Graduate Policy Analyst at Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education, you'll be part of an 18-month development programme which will kick-start your career in policy.

Find out more about our graduate programme by clicking the link below.

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Early Intervention Teacher
Early Intervention Teacher Napier, NZ 16 Apr 2025
Education and Training Napier, NZ Permanent
Psychologist
Psychologist North Shore City, NZ 16 Apr 2025
Education and Training North Shore City, NZ Permanent
Psychologist
Psychologist Nelson, NZ 18 Apr 2025
Education and Training Nelson, NZ Permanent
Special Education Advisor
Special Education Advisor Dunedin, NZ 17 Apr 2025
Education and Training Dunedin, NZ Permanent
Early Intervention Teacher
Early Intervention Teacher Christchurch, NZ 25 Apr 2025
Education and Training Christchurch, NZ Permanent
Psychologist
Psychologist Whangarei, NZ 15 Apr 2025
Education and Training Whangarei, NZ Permanent
Special Education Advisor
Special Education Advisor Whangarei, NZ 15 Apr 2025
Education and Training Whangarei, NZ Permanent
Special Education Advisor
Special Education Advisor Manukau, NZ +1 more… 23 Apr 2025
Education and Training Manukau, NZ +1 more… Permanent
Psychologist
Psychologist Dunedin, NZ 17 Apr 2025
Education and Training Dunedin, NZ Permanent
Psychologist
Psychologist Christchurch, NZ 7 Apr 2025
Education and Training Christchurch, NZ Fixed Term
Psychologist
Psychologist Christchurch, NZ 16 Apr 2025
Education and Training Christchurch, NZ Fixed Term