Forge your future with Vulcan
The Vulcan Graduate Programme is designed to fast-track your career and develop your skills by immersing you in a purpose-driven business. You’ll gain real-world experience in how we operate, make decisions, and create impact across the industries we serve.
The Vulcan Graduate Programme is designed to fast-track your career and develop your skills by immersing you in a purpose-driven business. You’ll gain real-world experience in how we operate, make decisions, and create impact across the industries we serve.
Our graduate programme isn't just a stepping stone - it's a launchpad
Our graduate program isn't just a stepping stone -it's a launchpad
Our graduate programme is a two-year journey designed to challenge and inspire, giving you real responsibility and exposure across the business. Backed by a culture of autonomy, ambition, and authenticity, you’ll gain practical experience that drives long-term career growth.
We grow future leaders, not just fill jobs. That’s why our graduates shape their own careers — supported by personalised development plans, hands-on coaching, and real project experience that builds confidence, capability, and long-term success.
What you can expect from us
Business Immersion
Experience
Spend time in operational and customer-facing environments to really understand how Vulcan works.
Real Projects
Real Impact
From day one, you’ll be working on meaningful work that adds value to the business and your career.
Dedicated Mentorship
& Coaching
Receive ongoing support from experienced leaders, plus a buddy to help you settle in.
Tailored
Learning Pathways
Develop the skills that matter most to your career, with training in areas aligned to your interests.
What you can expect from us
Business Immersion
Experience
Spend time in operational and customer-facing environments to really understand how Vulcan works.
Real Projects
Real Impact
From day one, you’ll be working on meaningful work that adds value to the business and your career.
Dedicated Mentorship
and Coaching
Get ongoing support from experienced leaders, plus a buddy to help you settle in and thrive from day one.
Tailored
Learning Pathways
Develop the skills that matter most to your career, with training in areas aligned to your interests.
What you can expect from us
Business Immersion
Experience
Spend time in operational and customer-facing environments to really understand how Vulcan works.
Real Projects
Real Impact
From day one, you’ll be working on meaningful work that adds value to the business and your career.
Dedicated Mentorship
and Coaching
Get ongoing support from experienced leaders, plus a buddy to help you settle in and thrive from day one.
Tailored
Learning Pathways
Develop the skills that matter most to your career, with training in areas aligned to your interests.
Start your journey
Joining the Vulcan Graduate Programme is simple and straightforward. Our process is designed to help us get to know you — your strengths, interests, and potential — while giving you a clear picture of what it’s like to work with us. Here’s what you can expect from start to finish.
1
Submit application
Apply for a graduate role through our online careers platform when applications are open.
Meet us
We’ll invite shortlisted candidates to meet some of our leaders in person. It’s a chance for you to learn more about Vulcan – and for us to get to know you better.
Skill assessment
You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your motivation, strengths, and how you approach challenges through a short task or creative response.
Offer
Successful candidates will receive a conditional offer — and the exciting news that you’re about to join the team!
Pre-employment check
We’ll do the necessary background and reference checks while we get ready to welcome you on your first day.
Start forging your future
Welcome to Vulcan. Your journey will kick off with onboarding, orientation and meeting the people you’ll with working with as you start your career with us.
Find your fit
Vulcan has 3 roles available for our 2025 Graduate intake.
We’re looking for curious, driven grads to join us in Data & Analytics, IT Operations, and Finance. You’ll get real responsibility from day one, working across teams and gaining practical experience that sets you up for a successful career.
Find your fit
Vulcan has 3 roles available for our 2025 Graduate intake.
We’re looking for curious, driven grads to join us in Data & Analytics, IT Operations, and Finance. You’ll get real responsibility from day one, working across teams and gaining practical experience that sets you up for a successful career.
How it all works
Here’s everything else you need to know before applying –
feel free to reach out to careers@vulcan.co if you have any other questions.
Applications can be submitted via our careers website. Be sure to upload your CV, academic transcript, and a short cover letter telling us why you want to join Vulcan.
Applications open August 1st and close mid-September. Follow us on LinkedIn and check-out our three Graduate roles for specific dates related to each.
Final-year students or recent graduates (within the past two years) with a Qualification in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field. You must have the right to work in New Zealand.
Our process includes a short application form, online assessments, interviews, and an assessment centre or final panel. It’s all about getting to know each other and we aim to make it fair and friendly.
The program runs for 24 months, with rotations designed to provide both breadth and depth across the business.
Yes, all roles are fully paid and come with competitive salary packages and benefits.
You’ll transition into the role you were originally hired for. However, if during the program you express a strong interest in a different path, we’ll take that into consideration as you near completion, with the aim of aligning your next steps with both your aspirations and business needs.
Yes! Each graduate is paired with a mentor for career guidance and a buddy to help you settle in and navigate day-to-day life at Vulcan.
Absolutely. You’ll get a mix of formal training, on-the-job coaching, and access to learning platforms.
We’ll run regular check-ins and involve you in business immersions to learn from all levels of the organisation.
Led by our Principles & Ethos We’re big on teamwork, practical problem-solving, and getting things done. People here are approachable, down-to-earth, and always willing to support each other.
How it all works
Here’s everything else you need to know before applying – feel free to reach out to careers@vulcan.co if you have any other questions
Applications can be submitted via our careers website. Be sure to upload your CV, academic transcript, and a short cover letter telling us why you want to join Vulcan.
Applications typically open and close in August. You can check the exact dates within specific job listings or follow us on LinkedIn for updates.
Final-year students or recent graduates (within the past two years) with a Qualification in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field. You must have the right to work in New Zealand.
Our process includes a short application form, online assessments, interviews, and an assessment centre or final panel. It’s all about getting to know each other and we aim to make it fair and friendly.
The program runs for 24 months, with rotations designed to provide both breadth and depth across the business.
Yes, all roles are fully paid and come with competitive salary packages and benefits.
You’ll transition into the role you were originally hired for. However, if during the program you express a strong interest in a different path, we’ll take that into consideration as you near completion, with the aim of aligning your next steps with both your aspirations and business needs.
Yes! Each graduate is paired with a mentor for career guidance and a buddy to help you settle in and navigate day-to-day life at Vulcan.
Absolutely. You’ll get a mix of formal training, on-the-job coaching, and access to learning platforms.
We’ll run regular check-ins and involve you in business immersions to learn from all levels of the organisation.
Led by our Principles & Ethos We’re big on teamwork, practical problem-solving, and getting things done. People here are approachable, down-to-earth, and always willing to support each other.
More than Metal
Learn more about our principles, ethos and culture.
It drives everything we do here at Vulcan.
Let's get started
Are you interested in what our graduate programme has to offer?
Take the first step towards forging your future with Vulcan.
Let's get started
Are you interested in what our graduate programme has to offer? Take the first step towards forging your future with Vulcan
More than metal
Learn more about our principles, ethos and culture.
It drives everything we do here at Vulcan.
Our graduate program isn't just a stepping stone -it's a launchpad
Learn more about our principles, ethos and culture. It drives everything we do here at Vulcan.