Workforce Initiatives
Our people are the greatest asset in meeting the challenges of the future. MBIE aims to deliver better support and more opportunities for the science, innovation and technology workforce.
Our people are the greatest asset in meeting the challenges of the future. MBIE aims to deliver better support and more opportunities for the science, innovation and technology workforce.
Global science, innovation, and technology (SI&T) connectivity is critical for New Zealand. MBIE’s International Science Partnerships programme supports better connectivity of scientific and technical knowledge between New Zealand and our global partners.
The Government is investing in the Research Vessel Tangaroa via Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) Infrastructure. The Research Vessel Tangaroa is operated by NIWA.
A new Biodiscovery Platform is being set up to harness New Zealand’s unique biodiversity and support the development of high-value products, innovation, and a globally competitive bioeconomy.
The Endeavour Fund invests in excellent science with the potential to positively impact New Zealand’s economy, environment and society. Invited contract holders will be able to submit a proposal for a contract extension in the 2026 Contract Extension Round.
MBIE and Smart Sat Co-operative Research Centre (SmartSat CRC) are co-investing in collaborative feasibility studies that contribute toward the growth of New Zealand and Australian space industries and develop capability for the Trans-Tasman space sector.
A further 3 students from the same round were chosen for the Autumn NASA Internship period from September to December 2019, and given prestigious New Zealand Space Scholarships to attend. Follow the video journeys of their unique projects and experiences there.
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