Chemistry / Physics Scholarship - Research & Development Centre - Palmerston North (Nov 2024)

About us | Ko wai mātou 
At our Research and Development Centre in Palmerston North, we know the smallest things can make a difference, so we research and develop products that last longer, stretch further, work faster, waste less, withstand more and taste better. Bringing together world class dairy products and the deep expertise of our people we work alongside the passionate, talented and innovative food professionals who are driving dairy industry and innovation. 

About the opportunity | Te whiwhinga mahi 
As a key employer of Scientists, Technologists and Engineers in New Zealand, Fonterra actively supports the development of Undergraduate students. We recognise it is difficult for students to know what direction a career in STEM can take and we want to help by providing internship experiences alongside our world class researchers as well as ongoing mentoring and coaching. Of course, there is a financial component to assist you during your studies.  

If you: 

• Would like to gain career experience and mentoring for a scientist with a wide range of backgrounds, including chemistry and physics while working in a world-leading research & development environment. 
• Are interested to be part of product development design through understanding physics, and chemistry mechanisms drive product performance. 

Then apply now for a scholarship with us and learn about where a career in research & development can take you. 

About the Scholarship: 
This scholarship will provide the successful candidate with: 

• Summer internship work experience for up to two summer vacations (November to February) at our Research & Development Centre in Palmerston North. 
• A mentor from within our Research and Development Centre. This is to support the scholarship experience, provide career advice and build STEM knowledge. 
• $5000 per year for a maximum of 3 years while you remain completing your undergraduate degree. This is to support and contribute to your learning and education.  

About you | Ko wai Koe 
Our ideal applicants are in their 2nd year studying a science-based degree at a New Zealand University with a major in chemistry or physics.  

Other key attributes will be: 

• Confident with emerging technology and innovation. 
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with peers. 
• Extra-curricular activities.  
• Mobile to move to Palmerston North for the summer.  

You will be required to submit the following supporting documentation and information: 

• Curriculum Vitae. 
• A short essay (<1000 words) on the attraction of pursuing a career in your chosen field and the value of working in the food industry. 
• Transcript of University grades awarded for all papers in your course to date.  
• Evidence of your Semester 2 enrolment. 

Our Story 
Whanaungatanga, our Co-operative spirit gives us all a common strength and purpose. Manaakitanga is how we care for all our people who are at the heart of what we do. We want our farmers, employees, customers and communities to thrive. Kaitiakitanga, ensures we take care of the land. We are committed to farming in a way that regenerates our farms and environment for future generations. 

Whakaohooho constantly inspires ourselves and each other with great career development opportunities and benefits. We enable flexibility and balance to suit everyone’s lifestyles and choices.  

Our Co-operative is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best and are empowered to create goodness for generations. 

Sound good to you? Come join our whānau and let’s solve for better, together. You, me, us together Tᾱtou tᾱtou. 

Applications close midnight Sunday 21 July.