“We are especially keen to hear from students who are Maori and/or identify as female, as a key focus for the programme is to increase diversity amongst students and the sector workforce.”
Two new videos have also been launched promoting the scholarship programme and high-level forestry study.
“People watching may be surprised at the wide and diverse range of career options, including science, production management, business and resource management, conservation, engineering, and technology. This is clearly demonstrated when the students talk about the different fields they are studying, their experiences during their internships, and their enthusiasm about what their future careers in forestry may bring,” Ms Ward said.
“Te Uru Rakau — New Zealand Forest Service is proud to be offering the scholarships for next year, as an investment in the future of our people, the forestry and wood processing sector, and our country's long-term environmental and economic prosperity and response to the challenges of climate change.”
Applications for all scholarships close on August 15. To watch the new promotional videos and for more information about Nga Karahipi Uru Rakau — Forestry Scholarships: visit www.mpi.govt.nz/forestryscholarships
Email — mpiforestryscholarships@mpi.govt.nz or phone 0800 00 83 33.
