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Australasian Hydrographic Society Women in Hydro Experience

17 Apr 2024 11:42 | Admin (Administrator)

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.



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