22/10/2025
Are you passionate about nature and looking to build a career in conservation?
❗️Te Pū Hono Cadetship Programme maybe for you❗️
This brand new, paid, three-year programme starts in January 2026 and is designed to help you grow into a confident, capable conservation ranger. You’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from experts, and work in some of Aotearoa’s most stunning places – all while making a real difference for te taiao/nature.
DOC are looking for people from all walks of life - whether you’re just starting out, thinking about a career change, or already have some experience under your belt. You’ll need to be fit, ready to work in remote and challenging environments and flexible to move around the country wherever the work takes you.
For more information check out the website: https://www.doc.govt.nz/careers/working-at-doc/te-pu-hono-cadetship-programme
Applications open: 20 October – 10 November 2025
Key Details
What is Te Pū Hono?
• A paid cadetship programme for aspiring conservation
rangers.
• Based in Renwick, with several placements across the country.
• Starts January 2026, runs for up to 3 years.
• Includes fieldwork, training and mentoring.
• The work includes pest control, ecological monitoring, track
and hut maintenance, and more.
What you’ll gain:
• Real-world experience in conservation fieldwork.
• Support and mentoring from experienced DOC staff.
• Opportunities to work in different regions and build strong
connections.
• A pathway into permanent ranger roles at DOC.
Launch your conservation career and make a difference for nature from day one while building the skills and experience to thrive as a ranger.
