Our 2026 Summer Student Programme offers a 3–4 month, full-time, fixed‑term opportunity for students wanting to gain meaningful, real‑world experience at Environment Canterbury. We offer a range of placements across our organisation for tertiary students who are currently studying or have recently graduated.

Job Type: Summer Student
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Job Category: Environmental Services

About the Role

As the Groundwater Officer Summer Student you will carry out both office‑based tasks and field visits to community drinking‑water supply wells. You’ll critically assess and gather information from multiple sources, communicate with external organisations, and compile information on locations, well details, photographs and nearby land use in our databases and Excel spreadsheets, with the support of our Groundwater Scientists and Field Technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects, analysis, or fieldwork ...