Riddet Institute Summer Scholarship 2026 at Massey University

The Riddet Institute Summer Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded 12-week supervised research placement for undergraduate students in food science, food technology, nutrition, or related disciplines, based in the Manawatu region of New Zealand. Winners receive a $7,500 stipend and work on live research projects under expert supervision. Up to five awards are available, and the program aims to provide hands-on research experience and professional references for future study or industry roles.

Stipend for 12 weeks, supervised research experience, collaboration with experienced researchers, potential academic references for postgraduate study or industry roles.

Applicants must be enrolled in full-time undergraduate study, studying food science, food technology, nutrition, or a related science, in their third year or final year in 2026, and be willing to live in the Manawatu region during the summer research period.

Prepare a CV and a short statement (<=300 words) and apply via the Massey University scholarships page; applications open 15 June 2026 and close 30 August 2026.