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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Job Title	Job Category	Location	Job Type
Job Title	Job Category	Location	Job Type	Reset
Psychologist Psychologist Manukau, NZ 6 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Manukau, NZ	Permanent
Early Intervention Teacher Early Intervention Teacher Manukau, NZ 7 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Manukau, NZ	Fixed Term
Special Education Advisor Special Education Advisor Invercargill, NZ 4 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Invercargill, NZ	Permanent
Psychologist Psychologist Christchurch, NZ 23 Feb 2025	Education and Training	Christchurch, NZ	Permanent
Special Education Advisor Special Education Advisor Kaitaia, NZ 7 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Kaitaia, NZ	Permanent
Psychologist Psychologist Manukau, NZ 6 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Manukau, NZ	Fixed Term
Psychologist Psychologist Hamilton, NZ 11 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Hamilton, NZ	Permanent
Early Intervention Teacher Early Intervention Teacher Dunedin, NZ 6 Mar 2025	Education and Training	Dunedin, NZ	Permanent