Trimble Karahipi Hangarau / Technology Scholarship
Description
This scholarship will support a student studying an undergraduate or master's degree in Architecture; Design Innovation; Computer Science; Artificial Intelligence; Data Science; Design Technology; Electric & Computer System Engineering; Software Engineering. The scholarship may also be awarded in conjunction with a Trimble Internship.
History
Trimble is a global industrial technology company, concentrated on helping the world work better. Our technology enables jobs to get done more precisely and accurately so we can build, construct, grow and move the things we need to live our lives and build future communities. Our software and hardware products are focussed in solving problems in four main industries, Construction, Agriculture, Geospatial & Transportation. Sustainability is at the heart of our ever-evolving technology. With intention, we move quickly to seize opportunities to protect the planet and allow society to be more productive, connected, and resilient.
Just as Trimble believes in creating sustainability in industry, we believe in supporting sustainability in training up the next generation workforce by partnering with academic institutions and that is why we are so excited to announce our first scholarship for Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington!
Our scholarship has been established to support and recognise those whose life journey may have been challenging, as well as students who have shown outstanding academic excellence and endeavour. Trimble also views the scholarship award as an opportunity for us to extend mentorship support to the selected scholar and where possible provide an internship at one of our New Zealand office locations.
Who is eligible?
- Applicants must be nearing completion of year two, three or four in Architecture, Design Innovation or Engineering within the subject areas of Architecture; Design Innovation; Computer Science; Artificial Intelligence; Data Science; Design Technology; Electric & Computer System Engineering; Software Engineering and accepted into their third, fourth or fifth year of study, required for accreditation at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington.
- Applicants must be New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Selection criteria
The scholarship recipient will be selected based on:
- Academic performance
- Portfolio of submitted work
- Financial need may be considered
Application process
A completed online application must be submitted by 4.30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4.30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered.
Applications will normally open one month prior to the closing date. If no application link is provided below, check back again closer to the closing date. Contact us if you have any queries.
Scholarship specific documentation
- Personal statement articulating applicants' belief in their merit for the scholarship
- Portfolio of work
- Academic transcript
- Complete the financial section on the online application
Selection process
The selection panel will consist of one or two representatives from Trimble, Inc. and two relevant faculty representatives from the THW-VUW School of Architecture and Design Innovation and Engineering (to include Computer Science, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Mechatronics).
Additional information
The scholarship will be paid directly to the student as one lump sum or two annual instalments.
On receiving the award, recipients will meet virtually or in-person (where possible) to be welcomed, receive support and mentoring, to be arranged directly with Trimble.
Recipients will be required to send a letter of thanks to the Donor with details about their research and progress toward graduation.
Regulations and conditions
- A completed online application must be submitted by 4.30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4:30pm on the closing date for the application to be considered.
- All offers of the Scholarship will be conditional upon the recipient being enrolled in a full-year or part time programme (as stipulated by Studylink as full-time), within the criteria and tenure of the scholarship. No payment of the Scholarship will be made until this condition is met.
- Where part-time study for the recipient is approved, their scholarship award may be pro-rated. This decision will be made by the decision-making panel. Before the recipient decides to reduce their workload from full-time study, this must be discussed with the Scholarships Office.
- The Scholarship cannot be deferred to a later year.
- The Scholarship may be held in conjunction with other University awards.
- Should the recipient withdraw from Victoria University of Wellington during the tenure of this scholarship or fail to achieve satisfactory progress, partial repayment of the Scholarship will normally be expected. Recipients must advise the Scholarships Office if they intend to withdraw.
- Recipients are expected to act as Ambassadors for Victoria University of Wellington and participate in appropriate events or marketing if requested.
- At the discretion of the Deciding Authority, the application of the terms and conditions of the Scholarship may be modified in special circumstances or to avoid hardship to any candidate for the Scholarship.
Contact
Scholarships Office
scholarships-office@vuw.ac.nz
Phone 0800 04 04 04