Here at Eastland Generation, we’re renewable energy specialists. We manage geothermal power plants in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, a hydro scheme in Hawke’s Bay and a utility scale solar farm in Tairāwhiti, with more exciting projects in the pipeline. 
We’re offering a $5,000 scholarship to support a local engineering or science student during their 2026 academic year. In addition, we may provide a paid internship over summer 2026/2027, based at our geothermal stations in Kawerau. 
 

To be eligible for a scholarship, you must be: 

• Enrolled as an engineering tertiary student, or a high school graduate preparing to start university in 2026. 
• Pursuing a relevant engineering or science degree and have a keen interest in renewable energy and the geothermal industry. 
• Come from Tairāwhiti or the Eastern Bay of Plenty areas.
• Be a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident. 
 

Candidates will be evaluated based on the following criteria: 

• Academic excellence. 
• Demonstrated character and leadership qualities. 
• Involvement in the community. 
• Potential to make a significant contribution to the engineering or science industry in New Zealand. 
 

Your application should include the following: 

• A well-structured CV highlighting your academic and extracurricular achievements. 
• Transcript or summary of your educational results. 
• Written references that provide insights into your character and potential. 
• A one-page budget plan demonstrating your financial responsibility and how you would use the scholarship. 
• A 350-500 word application essay or 3–5 minute explaining your passion for engineering or science and the geothermal industry, and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals. 

Key Dates

• Application deadline: October 31, 2025
• Interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place in late November and early December. 
• Scholarship recipient/s will be announced in December. 

We look forward to receiving your application and helping you pursue your ambitions in engineering. Eastland Generation is committed to supporting local talent and investing in the future of our communities. If you have any questions or need further information, please get in touch: peopleandperformance@egen.nz
 

Scholarship terms and conditions: 1. Eastland Generation reserves the right to suspend or terminate a scholarship if it receives an unsatisfactory report on the progress of a student. 2. Eastland Generation is not obligated to offer a scholarship if, in any year, there is no candidate of sufficient merit. 3. Scholarship recipient/s will take part in publicity activities as required by Eastland Generation. 4. Eastland Generation may vary these terms and conditions at any time.