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Graduate Programme

Graduate Programme

Applications open Wednesday 25 Feb for our 2027 Graduate programme, bookmark this page for the live application link. 

At Tonkin + Taylor, a graduate role is more than a first job. You’ll join a diverse team of over 1,000 people across New Zealand and Australia who are passionate about making a positive impact for communities and the environment. We value people for who they are and support you to achieve your goals, with opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. From day one, you’ll work on a wide range of interesting and meaningful projects, building your skills, confidence and experience alongside supportive experts who want to see you succeed.

Grad timeline

Application process

We know applying for graduate roles can feel daunting, so we keep our graduate recruitment process clear, supportive and easy to follow. We’ll stay in touch with you at every stage.

1: Apply online
We welcome graduates from a wide range of degree backgrounds who are curious, enthusiastic and looking for a supportive place to start their career. As part of your application, you’ll submit your CV, academic transcript and responses to a few short questions to help us get to know you.

2: Application review
Our recruitment team and hiring managers review applications carefully, considering your skills, interests and potential.

3: Assessment
In the next stage, you’ll get an invitation to complete our short online assessment to showcase your interest in Tonkin + Taylor. After that, you’ll get an invitation to come to one of our of our offices for an interview-style event where you’ll be assessed on your technical and consultant capabilities. The day includes a group activity, an information session, and a lunch – giving you the chance to learn more about us and meet our people. In some locations, this stage may be replaced with a standard interview.

4: Offers
Graduate offers are made in May. If you receive an offer, our recruitment team will call you to talk through the details. If you’re not successful after the assessment day, we’ll still contact you and provide feedback.

Grad benefits

  • Learning from award‑winning engineers, scientists and consultants
  • A supportive and high‑achieving graduate cohort from day one
  • Hands‑on experience on projects shaping communities across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific
  • A people‑first culture that values connection, wellbeing and belonging
  • A tailored graduate learning and development programme to support your professional growth
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Pathway

Our graduate pathway is designed to grow with you – it’s flexible, shaped by your interests and goals, and supports you to explore different opportunities. You’ll build skills from real-world projects and develop confidence as you progress. Graduate development opportunities include:

  • Graduate Mentoring Programme – Learn new skills in a supportive environment with guidance from an experienced team member.
  • Graduate Rotational Programme – In your second year, spend six months in a different sub‑discipline to broaden your experience and support your long‑term career development.

Grads are supported through

A range of training sessions designed to build technical expertise, strengthen relationships and support long‑term career success

Buddy support, pairing you with an experienced Tonkin + Taylor professional to guide you, answer questions and accelerate your development

Clear development goals that help you focus on the skills you want to build, how quickly you want to progress, and where your career could take you

Frequently Asked Questions

I've already graduated, can I still apply for a graduate role?

Definitely, especially if you have taken a gap year, are completing an overseas experience or pursuing further study. If you have more than a year of relevant work experience or are currently on a graduate programme, we’d recommend keeping an eye out for experience hire opportunities instead.

I'm an international student, can I still apply for a graduate role?

You are eligible to apply for our graduate and summer internship roles if you are legally entitled to work in New Zealand on a permanent basis. For more information please visit https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visa

What qualities are you looking for in a graduate?

We look for well-rounded individuals – it isn’t just about grades. This includes students with work experience, extra-curricular activities, achievements, sports or team experience, clubs, community or volunteering involvement, strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.

What salary can I expect as a graduate?

We ensure that our base salaries are highly competitive with other consultancies. On top of your base salary, you’ll also receive:

  • Paid overtime as per policy
  • KiwiSaver (on top of base salary)
  • Graduate transition allowance
  • A $500 annual wellbeing allowance to spend on anything related to Wellbeing (think yoga classes, massages, dentist bills, golf clubs, even flights!)
  • Travel insurance, airline memberships, wellbeing programmes, monthly staff drinks and long service leave
  • Personal career development – courses, mentors and guides
  • A contribution towards, and assistance with, professional membership rewards
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