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The Peter Hawkins Food Technology Scholarship was established in memory of Peter Hawkins who passed away in June 2024. Its purpose is to help the recipient become part of the New Zealand Food Industry, something which was dear to Peter鈥檚 heart.
Peter founded Hawkins Watts Limited, one of New Zealand鈥檚 most respected and successful food ingredient businesses, in 1992. Peter was passionate about the food industry and was a member of the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) since 1977, including stints on the National Executive Committee, and was also the Chair of the Auckland Branch. Peter also managed the NZIFST national magazine 鈥淭he Food Technologist鈥 and chaired the Institute鈥檚 Publications Committee for Food NZ. Right to the end of his life, Peter saw the immense value of the NZ food industry and actively encouraged his team to be part of that. This scholarship endeavours to continue that passion
Who we're looking for
You will be committed to working in New Zealand's food industry and be excited by a paid work opportunity at Hawkins Watts.
Eligibility criteria
You will be entering the fourth and final year of the Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) programme at 暴风资源.
Application checklist
Include the following with your application:
- a supporting statement demonstrating your commitment to working in the New Zealand food industry.
Selection considerations
When choosing our recipient we will consider your academic background. We expect to select an applicant with a GPA of B+ or higher.