Rabobank Graduate Programme

Job Title

Rabobank 2026 Graduate Programme

Job Description

Kia ngātahi te tipu o Aotearoa – Growing a better New Zealand together

Are you ready to make a real impact in the agribusiness sector? Join our dynamic 18-month Agribusiness Banking Graduate Programme and work alongside farming families across New Zealand to help them achieve their aspirations!

Applications are now open for our 2026 Graduate intake!

About Rabobank

Rabobank is the world’s leading specialist food and agribusiness bank. One of our key strengths lies in our people who have a deep understanding of agriculture and are committed to adding long-term value for clients.

Our mission is clear: We enable our clients to feed the world sustainably. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

The Graduate Programme

The Rabobank Country Banking Graduate Programme offers hands-on banking experiences across three six-month rotations throughout New Zealand. You'll be supported by workshops, projects, and a dedicated buddy who started as a graduate. Plus, you'll have ongoing support from mentors and coaches throughout the organisation.

You will work in various teams within Country Banking New Zealand located around the country; anywhere from historic Invercargill to sunny Whangārei.

About you

We are seeking diverse, positive, ambitious and motivated individuals who have a deep connection with agribusiness and who are keen to help shape the future of agribusiness through banking.

To be eligible for the programme you should have completed a tertiary qualification in the last 3 years or be working to completion prior to commencement of the programme in February 2026.

You’ll be an energetic self-starter, determined, eager to learn and be challenged within a diverse agribusiness banking environment. We are looking for individuals who are willing to work in locations all around NZ, as you will move between these throughout your programme.

Please note: Rabobank’s Graduate Recruitment process includes an in-person assessment centre which will be held on Thursday 26 June 2025. If selected, you must be able to attend. Please see more details below under ‘key dates'.

As a Rabobank Graduate, we will offer you:

Permanent employment from day one with a highly competitive salary.

A career in a global bank with strong ties to our international business.

Up to 5 weeks’ annual leave and the opportunity for career breaks

Individual profiling, mentoring, personal insight sessions and structured workshops focused on building your professional skills and your personal brand.

Strong values-based culture with a focus on engagement and growing capability.

Corporate wardrobe and/or Work from Home equipment allowances.

Paid Community Leave.

Plus, other great benefits including Insurance benefits, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

Join us on our mission of growing a better New Zealand together and grow a rewarding career at the same time.

How to apply

Submit your application online including your CV, a cover letter and a copy of your most up-to-date academic transcript.

In your cover letter, tell us:

What value you would bring to the Rabobank 2026 graduate programme

How your skills and experience align with the graduate programme

Anything else you would like us to know that would support your application

Without your academic transcript and cover letter, your application will not be considered complete and may not progress further.

Key Dates

Wednesday 21st May: Applications close

Monday 26th May: Longlisted candidates will receive an online assessment to complete and return by Friday 30th May.

W/C Monday 2nd of June: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre.

Thursday 26th June: In-person Assessment Centre will be held in Wellington. Rabobank will assist with travel arrangements. To be considered for the 2026 graduate intake, attendance at the Assessment Centre is mandatory.

W/C Monday 30th June: Reference checks will be completed for successful applicants

Graduate Programme 2026 Start Date: Wednesday 18 February

Rabobank believe embracing inclusion, equity and belonging delivers positive experiences for our people and clients. Our great working conditions, broad learning and development programmes and the opportunity to work together for the greater good are reasons why our employees love working here.

At Rabobank New Zealand, we are committed to our values; we are client-driven, we take responsibility, we are professional and cooperative. We have an open culture, where you can be yourself and be valued for who you are. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, sex/sex characteristics, gender (Inclusive of all genders), gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or other diversity characteristics not mentioned. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together, we can grow a better world.

If you are interested in Growing a better world together, please follow the link and apply online or visit

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