Lab Assistant Internship, Auckland
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Hiring for Neocrete

Lab Assistant Internship

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  • Full Time, Internship

Parnell, Auckland

Job Description

Parnell, Auckland


$29.00 per hour


Internship


2 Vacancies available


Start Date: November 9, 2026


End Date: February 26, 2027


Hours Per Week: 40.00


  • Deep-tech start up environment


  • Growth opportunities


  • This role could be made permanent for the right person


We're Hiring – Intern Lab Assistant!


About Neocrete


Neocrete is a start-up revolutionising the concrete industry with our innovative, low-carbon additive technology. Concrete is the second most used material in the world and contributes to 8% of CO2 emissions. We’re on a mission to change that with our novel additive technology. This paid internship is an opportunity to be part of impactful projects, develop your practical and technical skills and work with a great team passionate about making a difference.


What you’ll gain:


This is a hands-on role in a dynamic, fast-paced lab environment. It is perfect if you are passionate about sustainability and curious about materials science. You’ll gain experience in:


  • Testing concrete, analysing results and contributing to reports that influence our technology and product adoption


  • Have a meaningful impact on bringing a new technology to market


  • Being in a start-up environment where we are growing fast, and have an inclusive and fun team culture


We’re looking for someone who:


  • Is in their final year, or recently finished a bachelor of science or engineering


  • Has experience with concrete testing (preferred but not necessary)


  • Works well in a collaborative team setting


  • Is comfortable with hands-on practical work in a lab. (e.g. mixing concrete)


  • Excited by working in a startup atmosphere where things move quickly and change often


  • Has strong attention to detail and good communication skills


  • Is comfortable with basic Excel and data analysis


  • Can follow standard procedures and work safely in a lab environment


What to share in your application


  • Your CV that outlines your relevant skills and experience. Include any projects you have worked on (personal, professional and/or in university)


  • A cover letter that shares why you chose your degree and what your career ambitions are and what makes you interested in working at Neocrete


  • An academic transcript


Location: Auckland- Parnell 


Time frame: November to Start of March, (10 Weeks, 400 hours), starting date Flexible.


Pay: $29.90 per hour


To be eligible you must: 


  • Have just completed or be in the final year of your undergraduate or postgraduate degree or qualification at NZQA level 7-10 


  • Be studying engineering, technology or science at a NZ tertiary education institute 


  • Be legally permitted to work in NZ 


  • Have good spoken/written English 


  • A hands-on mentality, a love for innovation and a desire to learn.


 This is a MBIE sponsored internship


Neocrete is an equal opportunity employer.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Concrete Testing
  • Data Analysis
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Research & Development
  • Technical Reporting

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork

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