Intern at The Treasury, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role 

The Treasury is seeking an intern to join our Fiscal Reporting team, working closely with the legal team within the Budget and Fiscal Performance division. The Treasury provides advice on key fiscal implications of policy choices to support government decision-making. 

New Zealand is a global leader in financial transparency, and this project aims to enhance the documentation and classification of government indemnities. Indemnities provide security or protection against financial loss, and this role will involve:

• Conducting a stocktake of indemnities across Treasury Finance, other agencies, and Crown entities.
• Compiling a digital catalogue of indemnities for easy access and searchability.
• Analysing indemnities based on quantum or risk.
• Assessing the portfolio's aggregate risk and fiscal exposure.

You will work alongside experienced Treasury staff, receive coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to how major government policy and funding decisions can impact the Government. 

Ideally you would be able to work full-time, but there is flexibility for the role to be part-time for the right person. The start date is also flexible and can be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.  

Ō pūmanawa | About You 

We are seeking recent or soon to be graduates from a wide range of academic, cultural and social backgrounds and experiences. Diversity in experience is a real strength. At the heart of it, our work is about lifting living standards for all New Zealanders.  

We are looking for social and savvy individuals who are intellectually curious and quick learners. You need to be good at working constructively with others, have a can-do attitude and be okay working with ambiguity.  

To be eligible to apply, you must: 

• Have the right to work in New Zealand (e.g., NZ citizen/resident or hold an appropriate work visa).
• Be able to work from the Wellington office.

We will not be considering applications from individuals who do not meet the above requirements.  

The role will be a fixed term position, with the length to be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now 

Candidates should submit: 

• Your CV (no more than two pages).
• A one page cover letter outlining (1) why you would be a great fit for the role and (2) what interests you most about working at the Treasury.
• Your academic transcript - there should be an option to upload this throughout your online application process. If you have any issues doing so, this can be emailed separately to talent@treasury.govt.nz. Please ensure you include "Intern – Indemnities Transparency Project" in the subject line and submit your application for the role before sending through your transcript.

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For more information please contact talent@treasury.govt.nz 

Rā kati | Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday 15 November 2026.  All applications must be made online. 

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.