At Tegel, we don't just launch careers, we help shape future leaders of New Zealand's food industry. Back in 2020, we kicked off our very first Graduate Programme. Since then, we've grown, adapted, and over 90% of our graduates have been placed into ongoing careers across our business.

Our graduates have worked on real projects, developed technical and leadership skills, and become a vital part of our team, and we're just getting started. Why Join Tegel? We're proud to be New Zealand's leading poultry producerfeeding Kiwi families since 1961. With over 2,000 people across farms, production sites, and offices nationwide, we're powered by passion, purpose, and innovation.

Our Graduate Programme is one of the many ways we're investing in the future, starting with you. The Programme Our 2.5-year fixed-term Graduate Programme kicks off in February 2026 and is designed to give you maximum exposure, learning, and support.

You'll rotate through different teams relevant to your career path, get stuck into real work from day one, and be supported every step of the way. What makes it different? Bi-monthly Graduate Development Days packed with practical learning and guest speakers Dedicated Mentor and Buddy to guide you throughout your programme Exclusive Grad Social Events - because connection matters Projects that make a real impact across our business We're Looking for Grads Across: Quality & Technical Commercial, Sales & Marketing Finance Supply Chain People & Culture / Health & Safety Communications & Sustainability Do You Have What It Takes? We're after graduates who are curious, confident, and ready to roll up their sleeves. You're a team player who enjoys connecting with others and isn't afraid to ask questions or challenge the norm.

You'll need to be in your final year of study or have graduated within the last 24 months, with some internship or work experience under your belt. Most importantly, you'll bring fresh thinking, great energy, and a drive to grow. Need More Reasons to Join Us? Get paid to learn and grow from day one with hands-on experience and real projects Medical and life insurance to keep you covered Staff discounts and buying perks to help you save Free parking at all our sites, including our Newmarket head office What's the Process? It's straightforward - and a little bit exciting: Apply with your CV and transcript Show us who you are in an online interview Complete some testing Meet us in person Experience Tegel at our Graduate Open Day Final selection of our 2026 Grads Reference checks You're in! Ready to make your mark? Step into the future of food with Tegel.

Apply now and be part of a programme that's built around you. Applications without a CV and academic transcript will not be considered. You must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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