Civil Engineering Interns 2026/27 - Canterbury

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We’re looking for Civil Engineering Summer Interns specifically based within Christchurch and with in the Canterbury region.

Swap screen time for site time this summer and get stuck into real projects that help build and maintain the roads, bridges, water and energy infrastructure communities rely on every day.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This paid internship runs from November 2026 to February 2027 and gives you a real taste of civil contracting. You’ll be out on site, learning from experienced crews, seeing how designs become real infrastructure, and building practical experience that counts towards your Civil Engineering hours. Do well here and you could fast-track into Fulton Hogan scholarships and our Graduate Programme.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Work alongside our project and site teams on live infrastructure projects.

• Get hands-on exposure to day-to-day operations, planning and project delivery.

• Contribute to work that supports quality, safety and on-time delivery.

• See how our civil contracting business runs from tender to handover.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Current study towards a Civil Engineering degree or diploma at a New Zealand-recognised tertiary institute.

• New Zealand or Australian citizenship, or New Zealand permanent residency.

• Class 1 Full Drivers Licence and access to a car is preferrable.

• A genuine interest in practical, on-site work.

• A proactive, organised approach and confident communication skills.

• Adaptability, curiosity and a willingness to learn from feedback.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.

• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.

• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Our Civil Construction team specialises in infrastructure construction with a strong focus on reinforced concrete that helps deliver bridges, wharves, water treatment plants, storage tanks, and pipelines.

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is more than what we deliver. It’s how we show up, how we treat each other, and how we keep moving forward together. We’re flat, friendly and forward moving, with high expectations and low ego. We take the work seriously, not ourselves, and you’ll be backed by people who know their stuff and want to see you grow.

Across New Zealand and Australia, we design, build, operate and maintain infrastructure including roads, bridges, water networks, airports and rail that connects communities and supports more sustainable futures.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Ready to swap screen time for site time? Apply now — do well in this internship and you could be nominated for a Fulton Hogan scholarship or return as a graduate.

Applications close on 11 August 2026, but we’ll review and progress applications as they come in. If interest is high, roles may close early, so don’t leave it to the last minute.