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AUT University Job Opportunities, Placement Rate, Packages

Q: What is the employability rate of AUT?

AUT placement rate is 88% 9 months after graduation for the 2023 graduates. Also, 92% of the undergraduate students completed work placement or internship. Various career services are offered at AUT to international students such as opportunities to network with employers at career fairs, develop skills employers want, have a discussion about career decisions, get a CV, interview practice, and job search tips, etc.

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AUT has been awarded 5 stars in the employability criteria by QS rankings 2023-2025. For the 2023 graduates of AUT, 88% is the placement rate 9 months after graduation. Also Check: AUT University Reviews

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AUT placement rate is 88% for the graduates employed 9 months after graduation

AUT graduates work at companies like Adidas, Nike, Viacom, Vogue, WHO, KPMG Australia, etc.

Has been awarded 5 out of 5 stars for Employability in QS ranking 2023-25

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AUT University Placements Overview 2023
AUT University Placement report 2025
AUT University Average packages & top recruiters 2025
AUT University Student Reviews
AUT Placement FAQs

AUT University Placements Overview 2023

According to the annual report for AUT for 2023, 88% of the graduates are working full-time after 9 months of graduation. Furthermore, 92% of the undergraduate students work-integrated learning. Also, according to the International Student Brochure for 2025, there is a wide range of organizations where students work across the globe. Some of these organizations are BBC, Vogue, Viacom, KPMG Australia, Google Singapore, etc. As per a few unofficial sources, the average salary for fresh graduates can range between NZ$37,600 – NZ$56,200. A few of the career services at the university can allow students to network with employers at career fairs and other events, have a discussion about career decisions, develop skills employers want, get CV, interview practice, and job search tips, etc. Know about AUT University Admissions details from here.

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₹ 23 LPA

Average Salary

₹ 30 LPA

Highest Salary

88%

Placement Percentage

AUT University
Placement report 2025

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
Placement Percentage	88%
UG students internship percentage	92
Average Salary	₹ 23 L
Highest Salary	₹ 30 L

Source : AUT University Placement Details 2023

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Average packages & top recruiters 2025

AUT Internships

International students at Auckland University of Technology can choose to do an internship (Work Integrated Learning Course). So, an internship is a part of one of the work-integrated opportunities at AUT. Other work-integrated learning opportunities are co-op education, work experience or practical experience, and special industry projects with a supervisor or mentor.

Some of the Undergraduate AUT programs with work-integrated learning are Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Science, etc. A few of the PG programs with work-integrated learning are Master of Construction Management, Master of Nursing Science, Master of Physiotherapy Practice, etc. The length of the placement and how many hours of work integrated learning students need to do per week depending on the program. Check details about AUT University Courses from here.

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AUT Top Employers

According to the International Student Brochure for 2025, the alumni of Auckland University of Technology are working at organizations like Adidas, BBC, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Google Singapore, Nike, etc. Other employers are given as follows:

Top Employers
Qantas	KPMG Australia
Huawei	Ministry of Primary Industries
Pinterest	Viacom
Vogue	World Health Organization
Google	Westpac Singapore

As per an unofficial source, the alumni of AUT are working at organizations like Auckland Council, ANZ, ASB Bank, Bank of New Zealand, Fonterra, Deloitte, EY, Microsoft, etc.

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Students Ratings & Reviews

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

85% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Liberal

Easy going

Internships3.2

Part time work3.3

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.6

Value for money3.8

Public transportation3.8

Safety4.1

Indian Food4.5

Permanent Immigration4.2

Ansha Mariam Mathew Verified Icon

Master of Professional Accounting - Batch of 2024

AUT gave me the best experience to grow professionally.

Tips: All incoming AUT students need to be aware that the workload for the courses there is substantial. It's not going to be a cakewalk, so to speak. There will be a lot of pressure to perform. That's not to say that there will be no time for fun, but it is definitely going to be necessary to plan. There's also the problem of keeping both studies and any part-time work they might be doing in order. I think it's possible to handle both. I was pretty glad I picked AUT.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1300

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 55000

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025Read more

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Master of Computer and Information Sciences - Batch of 2024

4.3

A transformative educational experience.

Tips: The transition was smooth since New Zealand is an English-speaking country. The people here are friendly and diverse, which made setting in easier. Unfortunately, I could not avail any scholarships as I was unaware of the opportunities available. To students seeking scholarships, I highly recommend checking the university website regularly and there is a deadline. You can also directly contact the scholarship office via email for guidance. Throughout my journey, I have taken on multiple roles, including Student Ambassador, RUOK Advisory as a part-time job, Student Editor, Peer-Reviewer, Volunteer and Entrepreneur. The university is highly supportive of student's needs, and I encourage future students to explore and utilize all available support systems to enhance their experience. Also, before choosing a country to study in, make sure to research the job market. Opportunities can fluctuate, and being informed about employment trends will help make a more strategic decision about the future. Overall, I am very satisfied with my university, course, and life in New Zealand, as I have gained valuable skills and grown both personally and professionally.

Likes (Value for money): The tuition fees are high but the facilities provided are really good. The classrooms, access to libraries, the latest study materials, practical approach to learning, some papers have exams though, and the student services and support system available make the expenditure worth it.

Dislikes (Internships): While there's a lot of guidance available for finding or applying to internships, getting one has been increasingly difficult due to rising competition. Platforms like Summer of Teach provide a great opportunity for paid internships in New Zealand. Internships are available in the related fields of study. Sometimes students must move to a different city within New Zealand to complete the internship.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 500

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025Read more

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Master of Applied Finance - Batch of 2025

4.1

The faculty are highly knowledgeable and experts in their field.

Tips: There are scholarships that you can avail of at any point of time during your course. There is a considerable number of Indian and Indian food available, so not much of a cultural shift. There is a large number of international students including Chinese and Indians. You have to study yourself and lecturers will only teach assuming you have prior knowledge of the subject. You have to do your homework really well. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my course, university and the country.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): The chances of permanent settlement are really easy. You just have to follow the general immigration path. Given a chance, I might like to permanently immigrate for its peaceful environment and natural beauty. You need to have good references and a network here to land a job as the job market is tight but once you land the first job things get easier.

Dislikes (Public transportation): Transportation is well connected with regular buses at small intervals but the cost of transportation is too high even with student discounts. However, you get a travel pass limit of 50 dollars per week. As an international student that cost seems too high.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1400

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025Read more

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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2022

2.7

My transformative experience at AUT.

Tips: Coming from a Cambridge board and A Level background, I was somewhat familiar with the Western education system. However, adapting to university life in a new country had its challenges. Since I arrived in NZ, I have been pursuing my Master's in Engineering while maintaining a full-time job. One of the most notable cultural shifts was the difference in communication style. I found that people here tended to be more direct and informal, which was quite different from the more reserved and formal interactions I was accustomed to. Additionally, social norms around collaboration and group work were different. Teamwork was emphasized, and I had to adapt to expressing my ideas more openly in discussions. Overall, while there were challenges, the transition has been enriching and I am fully satisfied with the experiences.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2500

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 60000

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences - Batch of 2025

4.5

The university is great with friendly people.

Tips: The cultural shift was huge to me, but people were very friendly everywhere I went. I never applied for any kind of scholarship, but I'm sure there is a scholarship opportunity for 1st years. I'm immensely satisfied with my course, university, and the country. I made so many friends, the teaching team is really great, and the country is beautiful and the people are too.

Likes (Student Life): I get to pick my class timings, and all my classes are flexible, so that's the best thing about university life for me. I usually go to university when I have classes, which are usually around 16 hours every week. There are various clubs all around campus, and you can join them whenever you'd like. There are RUOK advisors who check up on students around campus and support them. There are ECMS, sports, math, Compsci, and quite a lot of other clubs. These clubs and events around campus gave me an opportunity to connect with people and make new friends at every event.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are different kinds of restaurants around, and most of the places serve various cuisines, so there are heaps of options. Also, some places offer student discounts or have special combos for students. It's usually about 15 - 25 Dollars for a person. I prefer cooking meals at home, but there are some really good options if I want to eat out.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 500

Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 72200

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2024Read more

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Master of Construction Management - Batch of 2024

3.9

It was a diverse, fun, friendly, and helpful environment.

Tips: I didn't feel a bit different from back home, it was the same but 5 times more fun. Students should have to know about the scholarship programme if you are lucky it would be a great help. Very satisfied with the outcome which makes us be engaged in many active programs and has the best speakers and exposure to the companies.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2225

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2024Read more

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AUT Placement FAQs

Q: What career services are offered by AUT?

The Employability and Careers Team at AUT helps students to become highly employable and well-rounded graduates. The friendly employability and career specialists focus on helping students develop the skills to stand out to employers at the time of searching for job. A few of the other things that students can benefit from the career services are:

Improve their CV, job search or interview techniques through workshops and the university's online interview practice tool
Increase the networking skills by attending speaker series, workshops, career fairs, and presentations
By talking to a career specialist, reviewing the career direction or figuring out whether students are in the right program

Q: Can I work part-time while studying at AUT?

Yes, as an international student at AUT, one can work part-time while studying. International students can work up to 20 hours a week during their studies and full-time during the scheduled holidays and / or during the Christmas and New Year holiday periods. A few of the popular part-time jobs in New Zealand are Tutor, Retail Sales Assistant, Lab Technician, Supermarket Assistant, etc.

Q: How can I meet potential employers while studying at AUT?

A couple of opportunities where students can meet the employers are Career expos and at workshops and employer presentations. Top New Zealand employers and industry leaders come onto the AUT's campus to meet students, offer advice, and talk about the career opportunities in their industries. Also, employers are on AUT campuses almost every week, participating in leadership speaker series, industry panels, and talks about potential employment with their organization.

Q: Who are the top employers of AUT graduates?

As per International Student Brochure for 2025, some of the organizations where AUT graduates are working are:

Adidas
BBC
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Google Singapore
Nike
Qantas
Vogue
Ministry of Primary Industries

Q: What is the employability rate of AUT?

AUT placement rate is 88% 9 months after graduation for the 2023 graduates. Also, 92% of the undergraduate students completed work placement or internship. Various career services are offered at AUT to international students such as opportunities to network with employers at career fairs, develop skills employers want, have a discussion about career decisions, get a CV, interview practice, and job search tips, etc.

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Which is better - Le Cordon Bleu or AUT?

Answered 2 months ago

Particulars	Le Cordon Bleu	AUT - School of Hospitality & Tourism
Location	Wellington	Auckland
Courses offered	Bachelor of Culinary Arts & Business, Diploma in Cuisine & Pâtisserie	Bachelor of International Hospitality Management
Tuition fees (approx.)	Around NZD 30,000 - 50,000 per year	NZD 25,000 - 30,000 per year
Best for	Students aiming for international careers, Michelin-level restaurants, luxury hotels	Students desiring + broader career NZ or Asia-Pacific

Gunjan Thapa

Contributor-Level 10

Does University of Canterbury rank better than AUT in THE rankings?

Answered 8 months ago

In Times Higher Education rankings 2025, AUT ranks better than the University of Canterbury. AUT ranking in THE is #401-500, whereas, Canterbury University ranks at #501-600. The rankings of both these universities over the years are given below:

University	2025	2024	2023
University of Canterbury	#501-600	#501-600	#601-800
AUT	#401-500	#401-500	#251-300

Nishtha Singh

Contributor-Level 10

I got an offer from both the University of Auckland (UoA) and AUT University. Which will be the better option to choose?

Answered a year ago

Tthe University of Auckland (UoA) and AUT University are among the popular universities to study in New Zealand. International students can complete the UG and PG degree at an affordable tuition fee. Mentioned below are the comparision between them in terms of tuition fees and acceptance rate:

Universities	First-Year Tuition Fees	Acceptanc Rate (approx.)
University of Auckland	INR 9 L and INR 55 L	73%
AUT University	INR 15 L and INR 32 L	91%

Chandra Shekhar

Contributor-Level 9

Is Auckland University of Technology good for an MBA?

Answered a year ago

AUT New Zealand offer the best MBA programme at a an affordable cost to International students. The Auckland University of Technology MBA fees is around INR 18 L and 27 L for first year. Students can apply for AUT MBA admission online by meeting the entry criteria.