Graduate Environment and Planning

Aurecon • Auckland • 1m ago

Your career adventure starts here

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. Whether you're passionate about making an impact in your community, shaping a sustainable future, or collaborating with engineers and advisors across Asia Pacific, our award-winning Graduate Programme offers you the opportunity to discover, grow, and succeed.

Opportunities are available within Aotearoa New Zealand across multiple teams. To learn more about our teams, please refer to ourTeams & Degree Matrix.

What’s it like to be on our team?

As anEnvironment and Planning Graduatein our Advisory team inTāmaki Makaurau / Auckland, you'll work on diverse, meaningful projects and be part of a team that thrives on solving challenges, driving strategy, and delivering results for clients and communities.

Here’s a glimpse of your adventure:

Real-world projects:Collaborate on projects that address some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most pressing challenges—whether advising on infrastructure planning, sustainability, or business strategy.

Making a difference: Create positive change through community partnerships and volunteer Handprint Days.

Climbing new heights: Access interactive learning and mentoring that will shape you into a well-rounded professional and leader.

A network of explorers: Join Limelight, our Early Careers Network, where you’ll connect with peers and senior professionals, share experiences, and collaborate on innovative solutions.

Flexibility on your journey: Our hybrid working model lets you balance work, life, and the adventure that comes with both.

What is Environment and Planning at Aurecon?

At Aurecon, we take a multidisciplinary approach to environmental planning, bringing together the right experts to help clients navigate statutory requirements and secure project approvals efficiently.

Our planners have in-depth knowledge of New Zealand’s planning legislation and related frameworks, ensuring we provide informed and effective solutions.

What you’ll bring to navigate the adventure

As you take your first steps into your career adventure, we’re looking for those who are eager to grow, learn, and bring fresh perspectives to the table. You’ll come with:

A relevant degree (or expected completion) in Planning, Resource management or a related filed.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and clients.

A passion for creating a sustainable future and an interest in innovative solutions.

A collaborative spirit and the ability to contribute to a high-performing team.

A thirst for learning, growth, and new experiences.

How will your adventure be shaped by us?

Adventure is for everyone—we celebrate individuality and believe your unique perspective will help shape a better future. Our Pride Pledge and Gender Tick accreditations reflect our commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Wherever your journey takes you, we’ll support you every step of the way. Our Māori strategy (He Rautaki Māori) ensures Te Ao Māori principles are woven into our projects and operations.

Beyond meaningful work and exciting projects, we offer a competitive salary, a 4% KiwiSaver boost, flexible hours, remote work options, working holidays, paid parental leave, cultural holiday swaps, and a wellbeing platform for you and your whānau.

Who are we?
We are the thinkers who pursue the extraordinary and find wonder in the everyday. With over 7,000 professionals across Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and Asia, we're engineers, designers, and advisors who tackle challenges head on. Everyone's adventure is different, but our goal is the same: to leave this world better than we found it.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Your career adventure starts here. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply – including those who may not meet every single requirement – if the role aligns with your strengths and passions, we want to hear from you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please email WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

Apply now and discover your rewarding adventure.

WhakahāngāwhakaaroBreathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views 

Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahiBe bold, be strong, work as one 