the internship
The Fairlight Foundation 2027 Internship will commence on 11th January 2027 and end on 17th December 2027.
There is a 2 week semester break in the middle of the year
Interns will reside in shared living quarters on the station.
The Fairlight Foundation covers accommodation costs, course fees and provides some farm clothing and personal farm equipment. Interns will also receive a modest weekly stipend for food and incidentals.
There is a 2 week semester break in the middle of the year
Interns will reside in shared living quarters on the station.
The Fairlight Foundation covers accommodation costs, course fees and provides some farm clothing and personal farm equipment. Interns will also receive a modest weekly stipend for food and incidentals.
eligibility criteria
Be female, aged 21 and over
Be a NZ citizen or permanent resident
Have obtained, or will this year graduate with a tertiary level agricultural, agri-business or animal science qualification.
Be committed to a future career in the agricultural industry
Be a NZ citizen or permanent resident
Have obtained, or will this year graduate with a tertiary level agricultural, agri-business or animal science qualification.
Be committed to a future career in the agricultural industry
The Internship Application Process
STEP ONE
If possible, attend one of the Internship Information Sessions below.
[email protected]
to register
Laura Koot and Peter Wilson will present at Massey University, Room AH5 in the AgHort Block at 1130am on Wednesday 18th March 2026.
Laura Koot will present at Lincoln University, Young Farmers Hall Club at 5pm on Monday 23rd March 2026.
STEP TWO
If possible, attend the Open Day at Fairlight Station on Saturday 11th April 2026 from 11am to 2pm.
Please RSVP to the Open Day by emailing [email protected]
STEP THREE
When applications open on Monday 13th April 2026, download and complete the below Application Form, then email it, with a copy of your CV, to [email protected]
Applications will close at 5pm on Friday 24th April 2026.
the application form
| the_fairlight_foundation_application_form.pdf |
The Selection Process
A selection panel will review all applications and create a shortlist that will then be interviewed by a panel via online video conference. A chosen number will then be invited to individually visit Fairlight Station for orientation and familiarisation (getting to know each other). The three successful candidates will then be offered an internship position.
Contact Us
Please direct all queries and email completed applications to:
Laura Koot
Executive Director
E: [email protected]
M: +6421310613
W: thefairlightfoundation.org
Laura Koot
Executive Director
E: [email protected]
M: +6421310613
W: thefairlightfoundation.org
