Document background
The Internship Confirmation Letter is a crucial document in New Zealand's employment framework, used when organizations offer internship positions to individuals, whether as part of academic programs or independent professional development opportunities. It serves as the primary document establishing the internship relationship and must comply with New Zealand's Employment Relations Act 2000, Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, and other relevant legislation. This document is particularly important as it clarifies whether the internship constitutes an employment relationship under New Zealand law and outlines all essential terms, conditions, and expectations. The letter should be used at the final stage of the internship recruitment process, after verbal agreement but before the internship commences, ensuring all parties have clear written confirmation of the arrangement's terms.
