Having been given the opportunity to apply there from my university, I send my CV off almost 300 times directly to New Zealand tourism companies, hostels and hotels, with little or no response. I remembered how important it is in New Zealand to make an personal impression.

From my year “work and travel” over there I knew how vital it was to just “walk in and hand the CV over” compared to sending it by post or email as I did it.

Along the line I found Intern Options and after a few talks with Jon I was convinced they had what it needed to find me a placement in the industry I desired. Having their people in New Zealand who have the contact with companies and can sit down and talk about on my behalf, is an advantage not to underestimate.

When I finally got my offer everything moved very easy and quickly. I got my contract and handbook send via email and was able to return it via email as well and upon arrival a nights accommodation and all the other documents I needed were prepared.

I’ve now been working for almost 2 month in the job and not a day goes by that I haven’t learnt something new. Wellington is great, there are other interns from Intern Options here and all stay at the place I work before finding their own accommodation in Wellington.

Cheers, Luke

If you’re interested in a Tourism Internship in Queenstown, Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua in New Zealand, check out the Tourism Internships page for more information.