Paid Internship Programme

English-Speaking Hotel Room Cleaning Jobs

• Guaranteed minimum wage of NZ$23.50/hr (before tax)
• 30 average working hours per week (seasonal variation)
• English-speaking hotel room cleaning jobs
• Located in tourist cities throughout New Zealand
• For Working Holiday Visa holders only (6+ months of work)
• Pre-Intermediate+ English Level required
• Accommodation options during the internship in homestay, staff dorm or student residence (extra cost applies)

Weekly Gross Wages Indicator

Paid-Internship Placement

Placement Fee $2,300 >> $1,610

Step-by-Step Procedure for NZLC & Paid Internship

Step 1. Indicate your interest in the Paid Internship Programme when applying for NZLC courses

Step 2. Start your NZLC course and attend the Paid Internship Information Session.

Step 3. Agree with the Information Session organizer to proceed and pay the placement fee.

Step 4. Prepare and submit your English CV and cover letter.

Step 5. Attend your internship interview and, if hired, sign the employment contract.

Step 6. Orientation information will be sent by the organiser and get ready to start your paid internship.

What’s Included in the Programme:

• Paid Internship Orientation (held before payment)
• Pre-employment orientation
• Arrangement of internship interviews
• Support with CV/cover letter preparation
• Support with opening a bank account and applying for an IRD tax number
• Phone and email consultation (24-hour emergency support available)
• Follow-up session after 1 month from the start of the internship, and further follow-ups as needed.

Terms and Conditions:

• Students must enrol for a minimum of 12 weeks to apply for this programme and must complete it by the end of 2026.
• Refer to the NZLC Fees and Courses and the NZLC Enrolment Form for NZLC’s full Terms and Conditions and all other fees.
• All fees are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and include GST (local tax) where applicable.
• Students must meet the required English level at the start of the programme. An NZLC online placement test can be taken to assist NZLC in preparing a study plan.
• The placement fee is non-refundable once the placement service has started.
• This service is provided by an external service provider, and NZLC will refer students to them. Students must follow the provider’s Terms and Conditions and Policies.
• Working hours average 30 hours per week throughout the year. However, hours may vary, with less than 20 hours per week during off-peak periods and 40+ hours per week during busy periods.
• Depending on the area, it may be difficult to arrange the start date during off-peak periods as requested by the student. In such cases, the start date may be adjusted accordingly.
• This program arranges up to a maximum of three interviews with potential employers. However, if the student’s actions prevent successful completion of the interviews (e.g., lateness, unexcused absences, insufficient preparation, or other behaviours that interfere with the interview), and the desired outcome is not achieved, no additional arrangements will be made, and the internship arrangement service will be considered complete. No refund of the arrangement fee will be provided. If the student wishes to continue arranging interviews, additional arrangements may be considered upon payment of an additional fee.
• The internship arrangement fee is to be paid to NZLC after arrival in New Zealand, following a brief interview with the coordinator. Support will begin from that point. Students may withdraw from this service before payment.
• Students must be physically and mentally healthy and demonstrate a good work attitude. Otherwise, the internship arrangement service may not be provided. The arrangement fee is non-refundable once the service has started.