Technology Graduate Programme 2027 (Auckland and Wellington) 

Worker Type:
Permanent

Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way."

We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same.

Ko  mātou  tēnei | This is Us

Starting a career in T echnology? Ready to learn, contribute, and build your future in one of New Zealand’s leading T ech environments? BNZ Technology is a 1200+ strong team that builds, runs, and supports the tools, platforms, and digital experiences that help BNZers serve our colleagues and customers brilliantly .

Mō  te  Hōtaka  | About the  Programme

Our Technology Graduate Programme runs for a full year from February and is designed to give you a rich, well-rounded start to your T ech career. You’ll build technical capability, get under the hood of how a large organisation works, and grow your confidence through hands-on learning, support, and connection. You’ll be part of a Graduate cohort , with regular technical and personal development sessions, plus a strong social culture with your Graduate colleagues and teammates.

What happens at the end of the Technology Graduate  Programme ?

At the end of your Graduate year, you’ll transition into a Junior role , which would be your first promotion and an exciting milestone in your career journey. Through our Early in Career progression framework, you’ll keep building your skills, stretching into new challenges, and growing with the support of your leaders, teammates, and wider BNZ community. You’re a permanent employee from day one, so your future with us starts the moment you join.

Training and Pathways  
Throughout the  Early in Career   Progra mme, you’ll take part in workshops that help you grow your technical skills, confidence, networks, and caree r tool kit. You’ll learn what makes high-performing teams tick, contribute to meaningful work, and be supported by your team and leader through regular coaching and guidance.

We’ll share full details of the pathways during the recruitment process. With the size and breadth of BNZ Technology, there are plenty of places to explore , from front-end teams building our award-winning mobile app , Cyber Security , D ata,  AI,   E ngineering, and more.

Ōu   Pūkenga  | About You

We’re keen to hear from people with diverse backgrounds , experiences , and ways of thinking. Whether you’re about to graduate with a degree in software engineering or another technology-related field, if you’re curious about T ech , excited by solving problems, and ready to learn, we encourage you to apply. Tell us what draws you to T echnology , what you’ve done to grow your skills, what problems spark your interest, and why you’ve kept going.

Our biggest priority is finding people with a great attitude , a growth mindset, and the energy to get involved. You won’t be expected to know everything when you join , but you’ll need to be curious, proactive, and ready to apply yourself as you learn about our environment and technologies. There’s a lot to discover, and we’ll support you as you go.

Successful candidates will  demonstrate :

- An analytical approach to work and a love for exploring problems to  come up with  great solutions.

- A genuine passion for technology and how it can help our customers.

- Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to relate well to others.

- Resilience and willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

You must also:

- Hold a qualification in T echnology or a related field.

- Be a recent  G raduate or  have finished your degree by the programme start date.

- Be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or resident, and able to live and work in New Zealand for the duration of the programme.

- Be available to attend one of our assessment centres, held between  16 -20 November in Wellington  or Auckland.

- Be available to start a full-time role in February 20 27   .

BNZ Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working culture at BNZ

At BNZ, we put customers first, keep things simple, move with speed, take ownership , and  win  together. These principles shape how we work, how we make decisions , and how we create better outcomes for our customers, colleagues , and communities.

What are some of the benefits  at BNZ?

- Good pay!  W e'll  pay you right from the outset and as your skills grow.

- 6 weeks  annual leave.

- 6000+ classroom and online courses, including platforms like Udemy.

- Flexible working hours and a mix of working from home & in the office  .

- Staff banking & insurance discounts.

Nau Mai ki te  Pēke  o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand

If you’re ready to join a supportive team of BNZers who care about the work they do , the people they work with, and the difference they make , then apply now -  and let’s create great together.

Please take note of the following important dates:

- Applications close:   Sunday 4 October 2026 (11:55pm).

- Video Questions:   F rom  12 October  2026.

- Assessment  Centres :     During the week  commencing   16 th November 2026 (Wellington  or Auckland).

- Start Date: February 2027   (exact start date to be confirmed).

Ready to take the first step into an exciting T echnology career?

This is an exciting opportunity to join us!  We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it.

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”

Closing Date: 04 October 2026
Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.