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Eligibility Māraurau
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Of Māori or Pacific ethnicity,
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Penultimate or final year of study,
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Studying a bachelor's degree or higher at tertiary,
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Available to work full-time over the Summer break,
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Interested in pursuing a career in corporate, community or government sectors;
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A New Zealand Citizen or New Zealand Resident.
WHY WE DO
THIS MAHI
What we look for in a candidate
Connection to culture
Commitment (to the TupuToa programme)
Achievement
Perseverance and Resilience
Humility, Empathy and Respect
Initiative
Strong communication skills
Flexibility
Willingness to learn
Ownership
Connection to their whakapapa/culture/heritage now, or desire to connect (through this programme)
A willingness to commit to the whole Internship Programme including workshops and events
Sets goals and works to achieve them.
Motivated to exceed expectations.
Determination to reach goals and stick with difficult tasks over a long period of time even when confronted by obstacles and challenges.
Acts in a way that demonstrates the ability to understand another's point of view.
Being willing to act or take charge before being told.
The ability to communicate (written and verbally) in a confident manner.
Open-minded and agile.
An orientation towards continued learning. Actively seeks opportunities to improve skills and broaden experience.
Takes personal responsibility for their circumstances, their strengths and areas for development. Is self-aware and knows what holds them back.
The Process
The TupuToa selection process has been carefully designed to provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the programme and prepare you for success in this and any other selection process.
1
Apply Online
Application closed
31st May 2020
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Phone Korero/Talanoa
This is a chance for the team to connect with you over the phone to get to know you, fill in any gaps in your application as well as an opportunity for you to ask questions.
3
Intern Ready Workshop
This is an hour workshop focussed on building confidence and CV & interview preparation to support your application to TupuToa and other organisations.
If you are eligible and have completed an intern ready workshop you will be invited to Video Interview.
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Video Interviews
Candidates will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview with behavioral based questions.
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Interview with Partner Organisation and Pre-Checks
Candidates will meet and/or interview with partner organisations and, if successful, will be offered an internship.
Some organisations may require you to undergo a pre-employment background check and/or drug and alcohol test.
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Offers
Successful candidates will be offered a place on the TupuToa programme. This means that you will be shortlisted into the talent pool. We take successful applicants from this talent pool and match them to internship opportunities that are provided to TupuToa by our partners. Please note that being offered a place on the TupuToa programme does not guarantee an internship opportunity.
Internship
Most internships commence in November. Please note that everyone that applies to TupuToa is not guaranteed an internship.
