Join Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable international internship organization, and invest in your future with a Tourism & Hospitality Internship in New Zealand.

Tourism and Hospitality internships in Auckland provide fun and reputable experience, in both a city and country renowned for being a top destination for domestic and international travelers alike. Interns can encounter a variety of tasks within their tourism sector roles, such as activities related to marketing, advertising, customer relations, human resources and business management.

All interns in Auckland, New Zealand, are accommodated in student apartments within or near the city. The central location of the accommodation is ideal for commuting to internship placements within the downtown area. These apartments are close to public transportation routes, as well as shops, restaurants, cafes, entertainment, and parks. Public buses also provide access to surrounding beaches and popular seaside suburbs, such as Takapuna and Mission Bay.

Eligibility requirement

Undergraduate Degree (or currently enrolled) in a related field, such as hospitality, resort and tourism management, commerce, languages and cultures, etc.

Language requirements

This internship is conducted in English.

What's Included

This program ranges from 12-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes sourcing of your internship placement, personalization of your project plan, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. For a full list of our transparent fees, check out our website.
 
Despite New Zealand’s geographical isolation (or maybe because of it) the island nation has long been a favorite destination for tourists, from all around the world. Condé Nast Traveler has voted New Zealand as a favorite destination and The Telegraph has ranked it as the world’s best place to visit! The tourism and hospitality industry has always comprised an important sector of New Zealand’s economy, so if you’re passionate about gaining first class experience in this field, there’s no better place to intern abroad!

Tourism & Hospitality internships in New Zealand are based in Auckland. Although tourists to New Zealand will travel the country, to explore the attractions of both the North and South Island, the vast majority of these travelers will enter and exit via the Auckland Airport. Therefore, this city - the country’s largest - serves as the ideal hub to build your skills and gain insight for the development of your career, within a fast-paced and exciting industry.

Possible internship placements may include examples such as working with travel agents, travel advisors, tourism managers and developers. Interns who have a background and experience which is more aligned with the hospitality industry may receive other placements, such as restaurants and hotels. All specific placement requests are subject to availability. General activities can include helping with the production of marketing materials, assisting with exhibitions, seasonal events or festivals, advising clients, assisting with the arrangement of itineraries, liaising with local vendors, assisting with day to day administrative tasks and bookings.

Interns who come to Auckland should come prepared to work positively and enthusiastically, with both multinational and multicultural teams and clients. New Zealand’s Tourism and Hospitality industry often includes strategies for economic development and environmental sustainability, facilitated in cooperation with local indigenous groups. While cultural sensitivity is required for hosting clients within the sector, you can also gain insight into how cultural intelligence is equally important for business management and strategic development within the industry itself.
 
Intern Abroad HQ's New Zealand programs are available year-round, with the Monday start date of your choice.

Intern Abroad HQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website.

We match you with innovative and entrepreneurial host organizations around the world that give you the opportunity to make a real contribution on high-impact projects with the support of travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Gain valuable international career experience that will boost your employability in a volatile job market.

Our experiential learning approach provides a structured and guided platform for you to think critically about your experiences on your internship. It accelerates and deepens your learning by asking self-reflective questions around the contexts, actions, and outcomes of your placement.

Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.

Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.

• Select your start date & duration: All Intern Abroad HQ programs are available year-round and you can choose to intern for durations on this program ranging from 12 to 24 weeks.
• Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Deposit.
• Pay your Balance: This is only due 60 days before your program starts.

Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 60 days before you start.