The summer studentship provides $7,500 to introduce research to students who have the potential to develop a career in Pacific health research and contribute to improving health outcomes for Pacific peoples. Applications are sought from students undertaking health-related courses wishing to be involved in a research project focused on improving Pacific health outcomes over the summer vacation.

Students should have a suitable supervisor for the tenure of the studentship (10 weeks).

Eligibility criteria

To apply for one of these studentships, you'll need to be a New Zealand citizen or hold residency in New Zealand and be of indigenous Pacific descent.

Application process

Firstly, you'll need to register your intention to submit an application and then complete your registration online via HRC Gateway. After registration, you'll need to submit a full application online via HRC Gateway using the templates provided below.

Got a question?

Please send an email to info@hrc.govt.nz and one of our team will be in touch.

Documents

Guidelines

2026 Career Development Awards - Peer Review Manual
3 Jun, 2025 6:54pm - 503KB

2026 Pacific Health Research Career Development Awards - Application Guidelines
3 Jun, 2025 7:53pm - 536KB

Forms

2026 Pacific Health Research Summer Studentship Application Form
3 Jun, 2025 7:53pm - 757KB