New Zealand AI Olympiad (NZAIO)
The New Zealand Artificial Intelligence Olympiad (NZAIO) is a non-profit national organisation that provides leadership and inspiration in artificial intelligence for gifted and talented students within New Zealand's schooling system and beyond. We deliver training and support for academic competitions in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational problem-solving, helping young people grow through regional, national, and international competition.
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National training and support
NZAIO builds a pathway for students who want to go beyond using AI and learn how to understand, create, and apply it at a high level. Our programme brings together talented students, academic mentors, and competition-focused preparation.
- AI olympiad preparation for students across New Zealand
- Training camps, theory, and practical machine learning work
- Support from researchers, educators, and volunteer mentors
- A growing national pathway into international competition
International participation
New Zealand has already been represented at the International AI Olympiad (IAIO) in Slovenia, where students competed on the world stage and delivered outstanding results. These opportunities show what is possible when young people are given serious support in AI problem-solving.
- Gold and silver medals for the New Zealand team in 2026
- Honourable mention and national media recognition
- International visibility through IAIO and the global AI olympiad community
Get involved
NZAIO is volunteer-led and built through collaboration. If you or your organisation would like to support the development of high-level AI talent in New Zealand through sponsorship, partnership, or funding, we would welcome the conversation.
- Support students preparing for future international competitions
- Partner with a focused national initiative in AI education
- Follow our progress on LinkedIn
- Reach out at nzaiolympiads25@gmail.com
Support the next New Zealand team
NZAIO is creating opportunities for students to train, compete, and represent New Zealand internationally. If you would like to help through sponsorship, partnership, or funding, we would be glad to hear from you.
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