Auckland, New Zealand. 26 July 2021: Rocket Lab, the global leader in small satellite launch, has opened applications for its annual Rocket Lab Scholarship
to those eager for a future in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM).
The Rocket Lab Scholarship covers up to $20,000 of study fees for one outstanding student and offers the opportunity to
be paired with a Rocket Lab mentor, giving them a rare opportunity for one-on-one experience with a world leading space
and engineering expert.
The Rocket Lab Scholarship aims to support students from the Mahia and wider Wairoa District to become the next leaders
in science, engineering, and innovation.
The Rocket Lab Scholarship – now in its fifth year - is part of Rocket Lab’s dedication to encouraging New Zealanders
into STEM careers and building a generation of home-grown talent. Rocket Lab recently launched its national Space
Ambassador program that delivers inspiring and interactive education experiences to schools throughout the country
inspire students. The company has also supported more than 60 tertiary students through internships at Rocket Lab, with
90% of those students graduating into full time permanent positions. Rocket Lab also introduced New Zealand’s first
aerospace apprenticeship, which allows New Zealanders to gain a trade qualification in Aeronautical Engineering for the
first time, with 20 apprentices currently undertaking their aerospace and composites trades qualifications at Rocket
Lab.
Previous Rocket Lab Scholarship recipients include Wairoa’s Clive Hook-Pomare, who is studying to become a doctor and
intends to return home after his studies to serve his community’s health needs; Gisborne’s Niamh Stratton, who is
studying toward a double major in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Canterbury; and Arianna Ormond and Mya
Mataki-Wilson from Mahia who are studying computing and mathematical sciences and towards a career as a civil or
chemical and bioprocess engineer respectively.DETAILS ABOUT THE ROCKET LAB SCHOLARSHIPRocket Lab Scholarship application forms are available here: https://www.rocketlabusa.com/careers/scholarships/The scholarship covers up to $20,000 in tertiary fees for up to four years of tertiary study.Applications are open until 5pm NZT, Friday, 01 October 2021.Available to students pursuing education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students who
whakapapa to local iwi and/or have a strong connection to Mahia or the Wairoa district are prioritised and strongly
encouraged to apply.