Early Career Programmes

At Contact, we’re passionate about developing the next generation of Aotearoa’s workforce. Our early career programmes are designed to provide you with meaningful experiences, mentorship from industry experts, and opportunities to work on impactful projects that will help create a renewable energy future for Aotearoa. 

Whether you’re a recent graduate or just starting your career journey, you’ll find a supportive and dynamic environment where you can thrive. We need your energy, so join us and be part of a team that’s making a real difference to the future of Aotearoa!

Contact is proud to be acknowledged as a leader in graduate development and workplace inclusion.  

In 2025, we received the Best Diversity & Inclusion Award at the New Zealand Association of Graduate Employers (NZAGE) Awards, reflecting our dedication to fostering an environment where all individuals can thrive.  

Additionally, we retained our Top 5 ranking for the third straight year in the 2025 Prosple Top 100 Graduate Employers, a testament to the quality of our graduate programs and the opportunities we provide. 

These achievements are validation of Contact’s commitment to growing a diverse, innovative, and future-focused workforce that is representative of Aotearoa. 

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Early career stories

Britney

When Britney realised nursing wasn't for her, and she began to look around for new career ideas...

Brayden

The ability to live in Central Otago comes with the benefits of skiing, biking, surfing, hiking...  

Meiqiao

I aim to do two things withing my career: align my work and behaviours with my values...

Isla Westlake

Isla

Kia ora, I’m Isla, a final-year mechanical engineering student at the University of Auckland. I love outdoor...

Xaeda Ikertang

Xaeda

Kia ora and Alii! My name is Xaeda. I’m from a small Micronesian island called Palau, and I’m going...

Max Dunn

Max

Hey, I'm Max, a final year Chemistry student at Victoria University of Wellington. My studies have...

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