Summer Internship Program 2026/2027 - Auckland

Program Overview

Grant Thornton New Zealand offers a summer internship during 2026/2027 designed to provide practical exposure to client engagements and involve interns in impactful projects. This opportunity enables participants to explore various facets of a professional services firm while gaining real-world application of their academic knowledge in accounting.

Candidate Profile

• Currently enrolled in a relevant commerce degree and interested in the targeted service areas
• In the second to last year of their academic program
• Capable of independent work as well as collaborating in team settings
• Self-driven with a keen desire to acquire new skills
• Available to work full-time from mid-to-late November 2026 through mid-February 2027
• Authorized to work in New Zealand

Service Lines

Auckland office has openings specifically for Audit and Business Advisory Services (Accounting) internship roles. Applicants are requested to specify their preferred service area in their applications.

Benefits and Opportunities

• This is a paid internship lasting 10 weeks, offering foundational industry insight across accounting, audit, tax, and consulting sectors
• Access to career advice and networking opportunities with recent graduates and senior leaders
• Excellent performance during the program may lead to a permanent graduate position post completion of studies

Firm Culture

We promote autonomy and encourage our people to voice opinions and contribute actively to shaping the firm's culture and direction.