Discover a pathway to your future: internship opportunities at Vector
Are you ready to energise your career and help shape New Zealand’s energy future?
At Vector, we’re committed to developing the next generation of energy professionals. Our internship programme is designed to spark your potential, build meaningful skills and experiences, and connect you with industry leaders.
Why choose a Vector internship?
Be part of the energy transformation
- Meaningful work & learning: Get hands-on experience working on real projects that power Auckland and drive innovation in the energy sector. You’ll receive clear guidance and support to help you learn and grow.
- Structured onboarding & support: From day one, you’ll have a buddy and access to graduate and alumni connections, ensuring you’re supported as you plug into our business.
- Industry exposure & connections: Work alongside experts in electricity distribution, and network with senior leaders who are shaping the future of energy.
- Inclusive & supportive culture: Join a team that values diverse perspectives and encourages you to bring your whole self to work.
Hear from our people
Hear from some of our people on their experience and what they enjoy about life at Vector.
What’s in it for you?
- Professional growth: Build skills and confidence through real-world experience in the electricity sector.
- Networking: You will expand your professional network from day one.
- Wellbeing & benefits: Access our benefits designed to support your wellbeing and future (see more on our careers site).
- Impact: Help shape a sustainable energy future for New Zealand, while building your own.
The role
The Control Systems / SCADA Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the systems and technologies used to monitor and operate Vector’s electricity network.
Over the course of a full-time, ten-week placement, you’ll build a strong foundation in SCADA, ADMS and network operations, progressing from observation and shadowing to applied project work. You’ll gain exposure to real-time network operations, data interpretation and control systems engineering, while supporting documentation, testing and work within live system environments.
Who are we looking for?
- You’ll be in your third or final year of an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree, with an interest in power systems, control systems and network operations
- You’re curious, quick to learn and bring a positive, proactive attitude, with a willingness to take on feedback and build new skills
- You have developing analytical and problem-solving skills, and enjoy understanding how complex systems work
- You’re organised, manage your time effectively and can adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment
- You communicate well, listen and learn from others, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Apply now!
Interviews will be held as applications are received, so apply today!
We love a quirky cover letter that highlights your passion. A warning that large language models will compress that beautiful personality of yours into the generic average output of all of humanity, and we’re not in the market to hire an average intern.
If you’re excited by this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your enthusiasm, potential, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.
Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities to be part of our team.
Additional InformationWe know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.
Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.
Skills Required
- In third or final year of an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree
- Interest in power systems, control systems and network operations
- Curious, quick to learn, positive and proactive attitude with willingness to take feedback
- Developing analytical and problem-solving skills
- Organised, effective time management and ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team
What We Do
We are New Zealand's largest distributor of electricity and gas, owning and operating networks which span the Auckland region. But we don’t stop here - our reach extends to Australia and the Pacific Islands, shaping a new energy future for our customers, through innovative digital and engineering solutions, metering services, solar energy solutions, electric vehicle (EV) networks, high speed internet fibre, air and water purification to name a few. We haven’t been afraid to challenge the status quo. As leaders of the transformation of the energy sector, we know the ‘same old’ just won’t cut it. We have the confidence to forge new solutions and for our people to work differently, to think differently. We have collaborated with global technology companies and thought leaders who share our view that innovation and digitalisation are key to meeting the future needs of energy systems and fast-evolving customer demands. As governments, businesses and consumers urgently take action to decarbonise, at Vector we are clear on our vision – creating a new energy future. Because we live in a world that is changing fast, we must continue to identify and develop better options that will provide value, choice and service for our customers throughout New Zealand and beyond, so the environment and communities we love continue to thrive. To do this, Vector has a vision of creating a new energy future, which will help to deliver clean, reliable and affordable energy solutions for customers.
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