If you are interested in a future career in the red meat industry after completing your degree, you can apply to join the Meat Industry Association Scholarship Programme.
the programme
The programme provides:
Undergraduate scholarships of $5,000 a year for each year of study
Post-graduate scholarships of $10,000 a year for each year of study
Assistance with obtaining study related projects / vacation work experience
An introduction to the red meat industry
Assistance with obtaining study or industry related projects and vacation work experience
Networking opportunities
Mentoring
who is eligible to apply?
The programme is aimed at New Zealand citizens or permanent residents studying at a tertiary institution who are looking to contribute their skills to the red meat sector in the future
Applications are welcome from across a wide range of fields of study, which applicants can show are relevant to meat processing, marketing or exporting.
That includes food sciences, nutrition, engineering, process design, industrial innovation, environmental science and international marketing and policy.
Why apply?
The scholarship programme provides a pathway for undergraduate or post-graduate students into the New Zealand red meat processing industry.
Scholars may also have the opportunity of part time or vacation work in the meat industry.