Job Description

Make your future count with Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland

Ready to gain real-world experience and set yourself up for success? Our internship programme gives you the opportunity to learn from industry experts, work on meaningful projects and discover where your future in accounting could take you.

Why Baker Tilly Staples Rodway?

We’re not just an accounting firm, we’re a community that values growth, impact and connection. Here’s what makes our internship programme stand out:

• Growth and development – Learn from experienced professionals, enjoy hands-on work for clients and take part in structured opportunities that will prepare you for your graduate career.

• Workplace culture – You’ll quickly feel part of the team with social events, volunteer days, and diversity and inclusion initiatives that help you build networks and a feeling of belonging.

• Impactful work – You won’t just observe; you’ll contribute to real projects that make a difference for businesses and communities.

• We support our own – Many of our grads and interns have ended up becoming our managers, partners and directors

• Global reputation – Be part of a national network that’s recognised worldwide for excellence. Our connection to Baker Tilly International means you’ll learn in an environment trusted by businesses across the globe.

Intern pathways and opportunities

Our internship programme runs for 12 weeks, from mid‑November 2026 to mid‑February 2027. The available internship pathway we have available is a rotation across two departments, Business Advisory and Taxation

Your internship will include:

• “Shadow a Leader” days with a firm director

• Opportunities to join client interactions and meetings

• Hands-on learning with accounting processes and software

• Professional communication development

Learn more about our internship programme here: https://bakertillysr.nz/careers/graduate-recruitment/

About Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland

We’re one of New Zealand’s leading accounting and advisory firms, offering accounting services in tax, audit, corporate advisory, business advisory and business recovery.

Our national network is an independent member of the award-winning Baker Tilly International network, meaning you’ll benefit from our global reach as well as our local expertise.

About you

We’re looking for interns who:

• Are in their penultimate year of university

• Are majoring in accounting

• Plan to become a Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ or CPA pathway)

• Ideally have part-time work experience, volunteer experience or involvement in extracurricular activities

• Have the right to work in New Zealand

• Bring initiative, adaptability and strong analytical skills. Interns who can embrace technology, think critically and communicate effectively will thrive as accountants

The details

• Internship dates: Mid‑November 2026 to mid‑February 2027 (12 weeks total), with a three‑week break over the Christmas shutdown.

• Location: 23–29 Albert Street, Auckland CBD

Your application journey

Our process has four stages:

1. Submit your online application (CV, cover letter, academic transcript and passport/visa copy)

2. Complete an online psychometric assessment (we’ll support you if needed)

3. Record a one-way video interview

4. Attend an in-person interview and meet the team (or virtual if required)

We value diversity

We value diversity and inclusion and therefore encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruiter when you apply. We’re here to help you succeed.