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Scholarship details

Eastland Generation Engineering Scholarship
Study levels PhD, Master's Degree, Bachelor's Honours, Bachelor's Degree
Value We may also provide the opportunity to have paid holiday work over the summer with Eastland Generation at our geothermal stations.Interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place in late November.Scholarship recipients will be announced in December.
Open date Thursday, 5 October 2023
Close date Monday, 30 October 2023
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

Eastland Generation is excited to offer a $5,000 scholarship to support a local engineering student in their pursuit of higher education. 

How To Apply

A well-structured CV highlighting your academic and extracurricular achievements.Transcript or summary of your educational results.Written references that provide insights into your character and potential.A one-page budget plan demonstrating your financial responsibility and how you would use the scholarship. A 350-500 word application essay explaining your passion for engineering and the geothermal industry and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals. We look forward to receiving your applications and helping you pursue your dreams in engineering. Eastland Generation is committed to supporting local talent and investing in the future of our community. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

Entry requirements

Be enrolled as an engineering tertiary student, or a high school graduate preparing to start university in the upcoming academic year.Pursuing a relevant engineering degree with a keen interest in the geothermal industry.Come from the Kawerau or Whakatane Bay of Plenty area.Be a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident.Candidates will be evaluated based on the following criteria:Academic excellenceDemonstrated character and leadership qualitiesInvolvement in the communityPotential to make a significant contribution to the engineering industry in New Zealand