Early Expressions of Interest | Niko Electrical Engineering Summer Internship '26-'27

Power Your Future with Niko Engineering

Hamilton | Christchurch

At Niko Engineering, we're proud to deliver high quality, specialist electrical engineering consultancy services across New Zealand's power sector. With over 30 years of industry experience, we work across transmission, generation, and protection alongside industry leaders including Transpower, Mercury, Genesis, Meridian, and Eastland Generation.

We are now accepting early expressions of interest for the Niko Engineering 2026/2027 Summer Internship Programme

We will be actively recruiting and shortlisting candidates from Monday 29 June to Sunday 02 August '26, with interviews taking place during and shortly after this period.

About the Internship

Paid internship plus the opportunity for a $5,000 scholarship bonus award at the end of the programme.

Based in either Hamilton or Christchurch, you'll work alongside some of New Zealand's leading electrical engineers. You'll contribute to real projects, receive hands on coaching, and build skills that will set you up for a career in the electricity industry.

While the exact scope of work will vary, you can expect exposure to areas such as:

• Primary and Secondary Systems
• Earthing Design
• Protection Systems
• Generation Projects
• Control Systems

Right now, we're delivering substation designs and upgrades from 11kV to 220kV, protection system upgrades for major generators, and grid connections for solar, wind, and BESS technologies. We're also preparing to design a new digital substation for Transpower.

Life at Niko

With over 30 years in business, Niko is proud to have a talented team of 55 engineers who thrive on technical excellence and collaboration.

At Niko, we believe work should be rewarding and fun. Whether it's a Friday lunch, a pool table competition, or a climbing wall challenge with teammates, there's always a reason to celebrate.

Who We're Looking For

You are:

• In your second to last year of a New Zealand Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Passionate about power systems engineering
• A strong problem solver who shows initiative and can work both independently and as part of a team
• A confident communicator with strong presentation and computer skills

No previous industry experience is required. We're here to help you gain it.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button

Internship dates: November/December 2027 to February 2028, ideal for students entering their final year in 2028.

Applications close: Sunday 02 August at Midnight.

Applications will be reviewed: Monday 29 June to Sunday 02 August '26 as they are received, with final interviews undertaken after the closing date. However, shortlisted candidates may be contacted beforehand for an initial discussion.

If you have any questions – please email us at careers@niko.nz

Learn more about our work and values at www.niko.nz

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