Capital Delivery Intern

Discover a pathway to your future: internship opportunities at Vector Are you ready to energise your career and help shape New Zealand’s energy future? At Vector, we’re committed to developing the next generation of energy professionals. Our internship programme is designed to spark your potential, build meaningful skills and experiences, and connect you with industry leaders. Why choose a Vector internship? Be part of the energy transformation Meaningful work & learning: Get hands-on experience working on real projects that power Auckland and drive innovation in the energy sector. You’ll receive clear guidance and support to help you learn and grow. Structured onboarding & support: From day one, you’ll have a buddy and access to graduate and alumni connections, ensuring you’re supported as you plug into our business. Industry exposure & connections: Work alongside experts in electricity distribution, and network with senior leaders who are shaping the future of energy. Inclusive & supportive culture: Join a team that values diverse perspectives and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. Hear from our people Hear from some of our people on their experience and what they enjoy about life at Vector. What’s in it for you? Professional growth: Build skills and confidence through real-world experience in the electricity sector. Networking: You will expand your professional network from day one. Wellbeing & benefits: Access our benefits designed to support your wellbeing and future (see more on our careers site). Impact: Help shape a sustainable energy future for New Zealand, while building your own. The role The Capital Delivery Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the delivery of capital infrastructure projects across Vector’s electricity network. Over the course of a full-time, ten-week placement, this role offers exposure to the full project lifecycle, from design reviews, on-site monitoring and inspections, through to final commissioning. You’ll rotate across design, delivery, commercial and operational environments, contribute to real projects, and complete a defined deliverable with regular mentoring and support. Who are we looking for? You’ll be in your third or final year of a Civil or Electrical Engineering degree, with a strong interest in infrastructure delivery and electricity networks You’re practical and proactive, comfortable taking initiative, owning tasks and contributing to projects and deliverables You bring strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability and attention to detail, with a focus on producing high-quality work You work well independently and collaboratively, and can build effective relationships with peers, project teams and other stakeholders You’re curious, eager to learn and communicate clearly, with the confidence to ask questions, seek feedback and grow your knowledge. Apply now! Interviews will be held as applications are received, so apply today! We love a quirky cover letter that highlights your passion. A warning that large language models will compress that beautiful personality of yours into the generic average output of all of humanity, and we’re not in the market to hire an average intern. If you’re excited by this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your enthusiasm, potential, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for. Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities to be part of our team. We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for. Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.