Summer Clerk — Employment
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Position Overview
Location:
🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand
Compensation:
NZ$4,000 - NZ$4,800/year
Position:
Junior
Type:
Internship
Practice Area:
Immigration Law
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Internship Description
Simpson Grierson invites applications for its paid Summer Clerkship in the Employment group at Level 27, 88 Shortland Street, Auckland. Simpson Grierson's employment team is Band 1-ranked, and summer clerks gain exposure to personal grievance claims, ERA hearings, health and safety matters, and employment policy work for major employers.
Programme Details
- Duration: 10-12 weeks (November 2026 - February 2027)
- Compensation: Paid — approximately NZ$1,000-1,200/week
- Eligibility: 2nd or 3rd year LLB students at a New Zealand university
- Application Period: March - July 2026
What You Will Do
- Research Employment Relations Act 2000 and Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 issues
- Assist with drafting employment agreements, workplace policies, and restructuring documentation
- Attend Employment Relations Authority (ERA) mediations and investigations
- Support the team on WorkSafe investigations and health and safety advisory projects
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of LLB at a New Zealand university
- Strong academic record (B+ average or above)
- Interest in employment law, workplace relations, or health and safety
Responsibilities
ERA 2000 research; Employment agreement drafting; ERA attendance; H&S advisory support
Requirements
Current NZ LLB student (2nd/3rd year); B+ average; Employment law interest
Perks & Benefits
Legal internship experience, Professional mentorship, Career development, Academic credit opportunities
Compensation
NZ$4,000 - NZ$4,800/year
Practice Area
Immigration Law
Application Contact
Contact: Simpson Grierson Internship Coordinator
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Intern
