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INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Summer Student

CompanySynlait

LocationRakaia

Work ModeOn Site

PostedOctober 28, 2026

Internship Information

Core Responsibilities

The student will support an automation improvement project from investigation to completion while learning about industrial control systems and networks. They will also collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to review technical documentation and test system changes.

Internship Type

full time

Company Size

740

Visa Sponsorship

Language

English

Working Hours

40 hours

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About The Company

Synlait is a New Zealand-based company that is shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking, a new attitude. We combine expert farming with state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers that provide genuine benefits for human health and wellbeing. Our company was born disruptive. It is this spirit that has driven our success. We’re applying that attitude to sustainability - ensuring that looking after people and protecting our planet underpins all we do.

About the Role

About the role

Are you studying engineering, computer science or a related field and keen to see how technology works in a real-world manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a Summer Student to join our Operational Technology team at our Dunsandel site. This is a great opportunity to put your studies into practice, gain exposure to industrial automation and work alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.

You’ll contribute to an automation improvement project while learning how control systems, industrial networks and production technology help keep a complex manufacturing operation running safely and reliably.

What you’ll be doing

Supporting a defined automation improvement project from investigation through to completion.
Learning how programmable logic controllers (PLCs), operator interfaces and process control systems are used in manufacturing.
Gaining exposure to industrial networks and the technology that connects production equipment and systems.
Helping review technical documentation, diagrams and equipment information.
Working alongside engineering, maintenance, manufacturing and other technical teams to understand how different parts of the site operate.
Learning how technical changes are planned, documented and tested safely.
Presenting your project findings and outcomes to the Operational Technology team.

Summer student placement: The placement is anticipated to run from Monday 16 November 2026 to Friday 5 February 2027, subject to employee availability. The placement will provide practical experience to support your university studies and help meet your tertiary education provider’s work-experience requirements.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in technology, automation and practical problem-solving.

An interest in automation, manufacturing technology and understanding how systems work.
Basic programming knowledge or experience with technical projects. Experience with Python, Ladder Logic or other programming languages would be advantageous.
Strong attention to detail and a willingness to check your work.
The ability to organise tasks, meet agreed deadlines and ask for help when needed.
A collaborative approach and a willingness to learn from others.

About us – The Synlait Spirit

Synlait is more than a global leader in milk nutrition – we're a purpose-led team that’s Doing Milk Differently For A Healthier World. Our Synlait Spirit guides everything we do, from how we show up each day to the impact we create together. You’ll be joining an authentic, down-to-earth team that lives the three values that underpin the Synlait Spirit.

Be The Difference means we understand before we act – that means asking why, supporting each other to think differently, stay curious, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it’s in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we’re driven by impact and inspired to make a meaningful difference every day.

We Move as One by working together with respect, trust and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions and create opportunity for those around us.

We feed the world’s most vulnerable, including newborn babies, so we have to be Right on the Mark. That means we take accountability seriously, act with courage and focus our energy on what matters most. We combine expert farming and state of the art processing to deliver high quality nutritional products to all over the world.

At Synlait you’ll be challenged and supported to grow. We know everyone brings something unique to the table so we’re an inclusive workplace, where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success.

What we offer:

Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy
B Corp^TM certified
Social Club membership opportunities

What's next? Apply now!

Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early. Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Key Skills

AutomationManufacturing technologyProgrammable logic controllersPythonLadder logicIndustrial networksTechnical documentationProblem-solvingProcess control systemsEngineeringComputer scienceData analysisProject managementCollaborationAttention to detail