While interning abroad in Wellington, your focus may be at the office, but there is plenty of learning to do around the city too. There are more cafes, bars, and restaurants per capita in Wellington than there are in New York City. From morning to night, interns will never be without a place to go. Craft brewing has taken the city by storm, and Wellington has kept a prominent coffee culture as well.

On top of the food sector, Wellington is the heart of the arts and culture scene for the region (and possibly the country) with many museums, galleries, and theatres lining almost any street. Adventure and adrenaline are as much of Wellington’s culture as the cafes and art. The city is even home to the original bungee jump!

To get around the city or to the suburbs, there is a great train and bus system with a number of routes. In the city, walking is very common and interns should expect it to be their main mode of transportation during their internship in Wellington. Don’t worry, there will be many opportunities to taste the local culture within walking distance of your placement or accommodation. When you have the urge to get out, you will find that getting transportation out of downtown Wellington is also a breeze; renting a car is most definitely a possibility for weekend getaways.

During their time in Wellington, interns will be subject to the ”Kiwi integrity,” meaning they will encounter locals that are both welcoming and adventurous. Interns won’t be able to avoid making friends with locals both in and out of the office, and they will truly enjoy the exceptional quality of life in Wellington.