Student Summer Internship - Kaimahi Rangitahi

Fixed-Term, full-time starting 18 November 2024 ending 17 February 2025. New Plymouth, Taranaki Applications close: Sunday, 20 October 2024

What you’ll be doing:

The student internship will be based in our Taranaki region (New Plymouth) where you'll have the opportunity to work with and learn from our experienced Case Management team and Work Brokers. Your fresh perspective will contribute to a variety of tasks aimed at improving social and employment outcomes for clients.

• Supporting students and school leavers in getting the correct financial assistance and understanding their obligations. • Helping clients maintain up-to-date CVs and Jobseeker Profiles to ensure they are work ready. • Demonstrating how to use MyMSD, search for jobs online, and navigate other job-seeking tools. • Documenting employment conversations and maintaining secure client records. • You’ll also have the chance to shadow other service delivery teams, providing you with a broader understanding of MSD’s work.

What You’ll Gain:

• Real-world experience in case management and client service delivery. • Career growth through exposure to a wide range of tasks and hands-on coaching. • Supportive environment with a dedicated buddy and plenty of mentoring opportunities. • The chance to contribute to meaningful change, supporting and helping individuals towards independence.

We are looking for students who:

• Have a passion for public service and a genuine interest in making a difference in people’s lives. • Can work well in a team, have strong communication skills, and are ready/quick to learn. • A diverse perspective and approach to problem solving and client/customer service.

Start & Finish Dates:

This role starts on 18 November 2024 and ends on 17 February 2025. Special note for the Christmas/ New year period: 24 December 2024 – 6 January 2025.

• You will be paid for the statutory holidays: 25 December, 26 December, 1 January, and 2 January. The rest of the break period will be unpaid, as part of a scheduled work pause.

• Start and finish dates may vary slightly depending on regional needs and University schedules.

If you’re ready to make a difference and have the skills to hit the ground running, apply now. In your cover letter, explain your motivation for applying, your current area of study, and how you would contribute to our work.

Please apply online via: https://jobs.govt.nz/jobs/NZ-1825580

Applications close: Sunday, 20 October 2024

All applications must be made online however please also contact Lydia.ballandis003@msd.govt.nz if you are interested or have any questions.