What is it all about?

We provide international interns who are on their path to professional careers, specialised hands-on educational and social support. These skilled interns will help you achieve your goals by practising and demonstrating relevant professional skills, contributing to your teams, and evaluating your practices. They are here to impress as they are being assessed by us. We offer you, as the host organisation, the opportunity to grow your learning, open yourselves to consider new international approaches and enjoy the opportunity to deliver better support and education.

“Spectrum Care has been working with White Cloud Internships since 2009. Over the past 13 years, we’ve had over 300 international students complete internships in many of our different services. The additional resource has also enabled us to provide more one-on-one and person-centred support for people with disabilities and their whānau. Many of the interns have brought new ideas and approaches to support practice, which not only benefits our staff but also the people we support.”

Marija Jelesic-Janic
Chief Operating Officer, Spectrum Care

“We have been fortunate to be part of the White Cloud Internship programme for many years. The interns that come to us are enthusiastic to learn and want to be immersed in the programme. They come with an understanding of Te Whāriki, as well as bringing their own early childhood experiences and knowledge. Having them as part of the teaching teams is highly beneficial for the teachers and for the children, the only downside is having to say goodbye at the end!”

Nicole Sharpe
Centre Manager, Tiny Tuis Early Learning Centre