Are you interested in the hydrographic industry? Want to learn more about the industry and career opportunities?
Background
Currently women qualified in hydrography represent 25% of the demographics (International Hydrographic Organisation, 2024). This initiative has been designed as a way to address this gender inbalance in NZ and to encourage younger women to choose hydrography as a career path.
About the experience
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to do work experience with participating organisations in the programme. In previous iterations this has involved 2 week placements at 3 different organisations. This year there are currently 3 organisations providing paid work experience with further opportunities possible at other organisations). Paid work experience involves flights to each organisation with accommodation provided. As a society with aims to raise the profile hydrography the Australasian Hydrographic Society NZ Branch are coordinating and sponsoring this years programme.
Ideally candidates shall:
- Have an interest in hydrography. Preference will be given to students at the early stages of their studies so that the experience may inform study direction.
- Have completed or plan to undertake hydrographic papers during their studies
- Comply with all health and safety requirements of the organisations they work for
- Be based in New Zealand
To apply send a CV and cover letter to Belen.JimenezBaron@niwa.co.nz
Applications close 5th May 2024with successful applicants notified by mid May 2024.
