DOC staff in Rakiura National Park
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Jason Blair
Pathways to working at DOC
Introduction
From Rangers to Payroll Officers and Hut Wardens to Solicitors, if you have a passion for conservation, there are many pathways that can help you get a job at DOC.Learning, volunteering, and internships at DOC
- Learn more about conservation with our free online or field-based training courses.
- Find out more about volunteering with us to meet our staff, try different activities, and build your skills and experience.
- If you’re studying at a New Zealand university or polytechnic, check out our Summer Internship Programme.
Studying for conservation
Many of our roles require different qualifications. Explore some of the options for study below:
- BSc in Zoology, Botany, Ecology, or Geography
- Bachelor of Environmental Management
- Parks and Outdoor Recreation major for bachelor's degree (Lincoln University)
- Diploma in Wildlife Management
- Bachelor of Business Studies
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management
- New Zealand Certificate in Conservation
Trainee Ranger Kaitiaki Whenua
Offered by the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT), the NMIT programme upskills and trains you for trainee or ranger roles.
Visit NMIT Kaitiaki Whenua – Trainee Ranger for more information.
Contact us
If you have any questions, contact us at careers@doc.govt.nz.
