Drake New Zealand Graduate Programs & Internships

While the recruitment process and the selection criteria differ based on the role applied, we have outlined below a standard example of what you can expect in our recruitment process.

Recruitment Process

• To apply for a job listed, please follow the instruction available on the job advertisement and make sure to provide all relevant documents including your updated CV, your academic transcript, licenses (i.e. Driver's License and Forklift Driver's License), and evidence of work entitlement. Our Consultants will review and contact you should you be suitable for the role.
• If the job listed doesn't suit your interest but you would like to register with us for future opportunities, please contact or visit your closest Drake branch. Branch details can be found here https://nz.drakeintl.com/contact/drake-offices/
• Once you have applied or registered, our Consultants will contact you (either through email or phone) to arrange for an interview.
• Following the interview, should you be successful in proceeding to the next stage, depending on the roles, you will be required to take skill assessments.

Selection Criteria

While the selection criteria depend on the roles, there are some key traits successful applicants must have, including:

• Attitude - Maintain a positive attitude
• Punctuality - Always be on time
• Reliability - Keep absenteeism to a minimum
• Responsibility - Always give 100% effort
• Honesty - Always tell the truth
• Integrity - Keep each client's work confidential
• Behaviour - You only have one chance to make a good first impression

At Drake, we believe in supporting and upskilling our team. If you have a can-do attitude, the willingness to upskill and have worked with us for 250 hours, Drake can contribute a portion toward a training and development programme of your choice. Please speak to your Drake Consultant for more information.

In addition to the job and upskilling opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits that will help support your health and wellbeing! We believe in rewarding our Field Staff Employees and so we have partnered with local businesses to provide you with some great benefits! By joining Drake, you will have access to discounts in gym membership, supplements, eye care and eyewear, bank discounts and many more!