Available internship projects

See the internship opportunities available. You can also organise your own internship in consultation with CAREER 300/COMMS 307 Course Coordinator.   

If you’re interested in receiving more info about internships and would like to be in the loop about internship updates, please contact bc@auckland.ac.nz.

Doc Edge 
Communications, digital content, and event management (1-3 internships available)  

Internship projects: Doc Edge usually takes on several interns to manage different projects across their work producing festivals, events, schools and industry programmes. This would be a good fit for students who can help grow Doc Edge’s digital presence and engagement.

• Schools Programme Festival Screenings project: Assisting with event management and communications for schools’ film screening events (May – June).
  
• Industry Programme Support (Forum and Masterclasses) project: Assisting with communications and event management (May – June)
• Festival project: Assisting with media content production and distribution (May – June)
  
• XR Exhibition Support project: Assisting with event management and coordinating digital content (May – June)
  

About the organisation: Doc Edge celebrates, supports and showcases documentary. The organisation runs an online virtual cinema, festival programme, school festival programme, industry programmes and outreach, as well as in-theatre and in-person events.

Timeframe: During Semester One, 80 hours over a 7-10 week period. (See details for specific internships above).

Note: In your application, please pick the two Doc Edge internship projects that you’re most interested in and tailor your CV to those opportunities. The final internship can adapt or combine projects depending on the applicants’ skill sets.

Auckland Writers Festival (AWF)
Marketing and Social Media Intern

Internship project: The AWF team is seeking a motivated, confident, and energised intern with a great eye for detail to join our team as we plan and deliver the 2025 Festival. Working in the team from the beginning of March until the Festival in mid-May, the intern will work approximately 1 to 1.5 days per week, primarily as part of the Marketing and Development team, whilst also interacting with and being a part of the wider team.

The intern will be a part of the marketing team and be involved in a number of activities with a particular focus on:

• Familiarising themselves with the 2025 Programme, making note of relevant events and writers.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of marketing tactics, specifically researching and targeting younger/student audiences, with suggestions on organisations, individuals, pages, and various publications of relevance to this demographic
  
• Implementing local outreach and communication with these individuals and groups to cross-promote to and build relationships with
• Helping us with our social media and newsletter presence and offering insight and ideas on marketing to younger audiences
• Analysing market performance metrics such as social media engagement, website traffic and email open rates
• Depending on skillset and experience, advising or assisting with generating new content for trialling on platforms such as TikTok and BookTok

About the organisation: The Auckland Writers Festival | Waituhi o Tāmaki is the largest writer’s festival in Aotearoa and the best attended Festival, per capita, in the Southern Hemisphere. Every year we stage over 200 live public events, gathering over 220 writers and thinkers from Aotearoa and around the globe to celebrate the world of storytelling in all its forms.

Directors and Editors Guild of Aotearoa New Zealand (DGANZ) (NGO)
Writing and event planning intern

Internship project: DEGANZ is looking for an intern who can write content for the Guild’s website and email newsletters while assisting with event planning. The student should be skilled in writing and demonstrate excellent attention to detail. They will receive training and mentoring in event planning through an event project that the intern will initiate and organise. The role offers unique insight into the film and television industry and is an excellent opportunity for students considering a career in directing or editing in the industry.

About the organisation: DEGANZ is a registered union that works to ensure the creative, cultural and financial well-being of New Zealand directors and editors across screen and new media. Their core membership services are advocacy and professional development.

Timeframe: During Semester One 1-2 days a week.

I am Hope Foundation (Charity)
Communication and event management intern

No specific project details yet for 2025. Project will depend on the applicant’s skills and interests so it’s important to craft a CV with this in mind.

Alcohol Healthwatch (NGO)
Communications & awareness campaign

Internship project: Alcohol Healthwatch is looking for an all-around superstar to provide communications support on our work on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) month awareness campaign or other campaigns in the timeframe. You’ll work collaboratively with the Health Promotion Advisory and the wider Roopu to ensure our campaigns are successful from a communications perspective. We will want your input and feedback throughout the process, and we’ll want you to use your comms skills to guide the project. This will include social media and website copy and may also include press release writing. Any downtime will be used to support Alcohol Healthwatch’s day-to-day comms work.

About the organisation: Alcohol Healthwatch is a not for profit organisation of professionals dedicated to reducing and preventing alcohol-related harm and inequities in Aotearoa. Our role is to provide credible and up-to-date evidence-based information on matters relating to alcohol policy and planning. Our priority is to mobilise communities to take action on a range of alcohol-related harms, including fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

Timeframe: 1-2 days a week. 80 hours in Semester One.

Skills Group
Communication, digital content and event management intern

Internship projects: Skills Group is looking for interns to

• Update our intranet. This is a deceptively challenging task which will require you to liaise with staff from across the organisation at every level to determine what information they need to share; write that information up as clear, functional copy; then load it onto Microsoft Sharepoint. It offers an opportunity to gain writing experience, sharpen networking skills and learn to operate Sharepoint.
• Plan a series of roadshows across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. This is one for the aspiring event organisers. We'll need to plan 3x roadshows in which our executive team will travel around the country to connect with staff at four locations. 
• Implement a Skills Group company calendar. This challenging task involves liaising with key staff companywide to identify meaningful dates in their business unit's calendar, then working with IT to develop a digital solution which lets each staff member manage their dates and easily update with any changes. You’ll need to come  

About the organisation: Skills is a Kiwi-owned, not-for-profit education and training consultancy active since 1992. We’re best known for our work training tradies, but we also own and operate several ITOs and vocational training facilities.

Timeframe: 1-2 days a week. 80 hours in Semester One.

Restaurant Hub 
Social media and digital content creation 

Internship project: Restaurant Hub is looking for 1-2 interns to assist with: 

1. Google Advertising - Placing ads and analysing results, performance
2. Social media creation, posting, and analytics

Good writing skills and some knowledge of marketing theory are preferable, but they’re willing to train interns if they’re a good fit. A number of previous students worked with Restaurant Hub and reported having a great experience (including sampling food!) Applicants must be Foodies so show this on your CV.

About the organisation: Restaurant Hub (owned by NZME) is New Zealand’s largest online restaurant booking site, offering a central hub for booking tables, finding restaurant reviews, grabbing deals and promotions, and browsing menus.

Timeframe: During Semester One. 1-2 days a week.

95bFM
Two internships available: Radio journalism and production, and Radio copywriting

Radio journalism and production project: 95bFM is looking for two interns to join their news team each semester. This internship offers training in radio news interviewing, producing live-to-air news and current affairs show, and creating digital news content. Supported by bFM’s News and Editorial Director, students will learn to produce and edit an interview, a package, and a report on a news or current affairs topic that interests them and re-package their piece into a long-form news article. Their work will be considered for bFM’s news and current affairs show, The Wire, and social media channels. At the culmination of the internship, students will have a portfolio of audio, digital, and written news pieces.
The internship is open to students in the Bachelor of Communication (BC) and BA students majoring in Communication, but it can be credited to other majors by negotiation with that discipline.  

Radio copywriting project:
95bFM is looking for one intern to join their creative team each semester. bFM’s creative department is responsible for writing radio scripts for ads and promotions, writing copy for our website and press releases, and communicating with our listeners and clients. bFM can offer training in writing radio scripts and promotional copy. Supported by bFM’s Creative Director, students will learn about the process of putting a radio ad to air, working to deadlines and client approval, and pitching the tone of their copy that is appropriate for both the client and the audience. At the culmination of the internship, students will have a portfolio of written and published copy work. The student will also work closely with other areas of the station, including production, operations (day-to-day running of the station), social media, sales, and programming.  

Ideal candidate: The ideal candidate for bFM will be punctual, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a get-up-and-go attitude, and an interest in music. A bFM internship is a great opportunity for students considering a career in copywriting or broadcasting.

The student must be in the third or final year of their BA or BC.

About the organisation: 95bFM is an independent radio station on the University of Auckland city campus. They provide a voice for alternative music and independent journalism from Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond.

Timeframe: During Semester One or Two. 1-2 days a week (flexibility depending on availability).

SOFitness (Pilates studio)

Content creation: video production and editing intern

Internship project: The marketing and media department has projects in content creation, video production and editing (long form and short form), animation, design and more. Interns at SO Fitness would be able to work on content creation, video production and editing and design. Opportunity for long-term roles post-graduation is also an option for the right candidate. Interns at SO Fitness would also need to have a love and understanding of Pilates (mainly Reformer Pilates).  

The organisation: Sofitness is a pilates brand based in Auckland CBD, close within the proximity of The University of Auckland who also have an in-house teaching academy - The SO Academy teaches pilates courses to the public and helps instructors grow in their career. As part of the brand, they have a presence in most social media platforms with a combined followers of 15K across all social media platforms (IG, Tiktok, Instagram, RED book, YouTube).

Timeframe: During Semester One: 1-2 days a week.

Amelia Media (Boutique PR Agency)
Social media account management intern (TBC 2025)

Internship project: The intern will play a vital role in managing our clients' social media accounts. Their responsibilities will include creating social media content calendars for clients, taking photos using their phone but also with Canon Camera, creating content (reels, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook posts), engaging with clients, and performing analytic reporting. They will gain hands-on experience in strategic content creation planning, brand management, and trend analysis.

Starting skills expected:

• Basic proficiency in photography, Canva, and website design using Wix and SquareSpace. 
• Strong verbal and written communication
• A keen interest in social media trends and digital marketing

About the organisation: Amelia Media specialises in social media management, offering a comprehensive suite of services including website design, social media curation, photography, and videography to enhance businesses' digital presence. Additionally, we handle event planning and management for a couple of our clients (mostly Long Bay Surf Club), where we organise DJ nights and live music.  

Junk Run 
Videography & website content production intern

(TBC for 2025 depending on student’s skills- must be interested in environmental sustainability and recycling and have video production skills).

Internship projects: Junk Run is looking for interns to film and edit ‘explainer videos’ about waste management. They’re after students skilled in production, planning and storytelling, with strong Adobe Premier Pro editing skills and the ability to turn work around quickly. Interest in recycling and environmental issues is useful but not essential.

You’ll need to get to the Junk Run Takapuna office for production meetings and, ideally, have some of your own equipment.

About the organisation: Junk Run is an environmentally conscious, sustainable waste management company and produces a popular short video series called Talking Trash, which features on their Facebook and Instagram channels.

Timeframe: During Semester One or Two. 1-2 days a week.

Paralympics New Zealand
Sports communication & marketing intern

(TBC for 2025)

Internship project: Paralympics New Zealand is looking for a Communications Assistant. Responsibilities will include content writing, curating social media channels, and monitoring sports media. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative working style, a good understanding of sports media, and media monitoring skills.

About the organisation: Paralympics New Zealand aims to change the narrative of disability and achieve equitable and inclusive representation of Para sport.

Timeframe: TBC. 

Remix Magazine 
Writing and journalism intern

(TBC for 2025 depending on skills and experience. Must have a portfolio of non-academic writing to interview).

Internship project: Remix are looking for an intern with strong writing skills and tone, good grammar and the ability to take the initiative. Daily tasks will include coming up with creative concepts and topical article ideas, uploading content to the backend of the website, and assisting with photoshoots. They will be inducted to Remix’s writing style and process but need to be able to hit the ground running. Preferably they’ll have their own transport.

In your application and CV, please include links to writing examples that aren’t university assessments.

About the organisation: Remix is one of New Zealand’s leading voices on fashion, beauty, lifestyle and culture. Established in 1997, Remix today is positioned as a globally recognised multimedia lifestyle brand and presents curated content and meaningful inspiration.

Timeframe: 1-2 days a week, start date negotiable.

Faculty of Arts & Education - Marketing team

Social media content creation intern

Internship details: Manage the Faculty of Arts & Education social media platforms. Responsibilities include putting together a social media plan that aligns with the marketing team’s wider strategy, creating authentic user-generated content, providing insight about the social media landscape and current trends, and coordinating talent to feature.  

About the organisation: The Arts marketing team manage all communications related to the faculty across social media, web content, advertising campaigns and print publications.

Timeframe: During Semester One or Two. 1-2 days a week.

Auckland University Students Association (AUSA)

Marketing and digital content creation- 2 interns

Internship project: AUSA is looking for two social media gurus to help up our game! You will play a vital role in planning, filming, and editing content for our Instagram. We plan on creating a new social media account that showcases our executive team and the daily shenanigans we get up to, so your internship will be a combination of fun, creative videos for our executive media account and more serious marketing posts to promote events on the main AUSA Instagram. You will be responsible for growing our following and engagement through creative posts and videos and attending events to get such footage.

About the organisation: The Auckland University Students’ Association is precisely what it sounds like- an organization by the students for the students. We provide advocacy services, throw huge events (think orientation week), and work with the university to ensure our UoA whānau make incredible memories while studying here. Our executive team consists of fellow students elected by the UoA student body to represent them at every level of government.
Interns will be supervised by the AUSA President Gabriel Boyd who was a 2024 Comms307 student.

Timeframe: Semester one: one or two days a week (can work remotely when editing content).

Career Development and Employability Services

Social media content creation intern

Internship project: The Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) team are seeking one or two interns to lead a project creating social media video content.

This would suit a student who enjoys using a variety of social media platforms and has an interest in or existing skills in video production. Ideally, you would have a good quality mobile phone camera to create the videos.

The videos aim to raise awareness of CDES services and make students feel comfortable about taking the first step in coming to see us.

The project would involve familiarising yourself with our services, developing creative video ideas, and producing them. During the project, you would work with our career consultants, employers, and recent graduates to create content. You would be supported by our Communications and Marketing Lead throughout.

About the organisation: Career Development and Employability Services assist University of Auckland students (as well as graduates up to three years after graduation) with all aspects of career development. Their vision is to help graduates develop the capabilities to successfully self-manage and navigate their world of work, life and learning.

Timeframe: Available in Semester One, 2025- TBC for the right applicant.

Once you’ve found an internship project you’re interested in, complete an application.