What the Scholarship includes

  • Return ticket to NZ
  • Help and advice in finding work on a suitable dairy farm in New Zealand.
  • About 10 months work, allowing around 2 months for travel or other work at the end of the year.
  • A mentor in NZ to help you learn and develop and in case of any work related problems.
  • In return we would like you to write a report at the end of year and to come and speak to potential candidates, so you can help us to further promote this opportunity.
  • You will need to provide Insurance for yourself while you are away and be able to find your own way to the UK airport you fly from.
  • We will guide you in applying for the relevant work Visa.
  • You will need to be 18 ears old by 31st January of the year of travel to New Zealand.
  • Applicants from UK residents only.

We are not necessarily looking for highly academic people, what we want is enthusiasm, a keen desire to learn, initiative and someone who is prepared to work hard when required. NZ is a great place for people with a work hard - play hard approach to life!!
Applications are in the first instance through the application form and then, if selected, through a relaxed interview with members of the charity. Interviews are usually held in mid February at Sedgemoor Livestock Centre.

2024 RWNZS recipients

Torin Nicolson
<p class="p1">Torin has recently graduated from Aberystwyth University</p><p class="p1">I arrived in New Zealand on May 28th and got straight to work, ready to move farms on June 1st. It has been incredibly busy since then, with the farm move, calving and now starting mating, but it has been a great experience nonetheless. I've managed to get off the farm a good amount to see quite a bit of the North Island, so I'm managing to experience a bit of the Kiwi culture and the sights between work on the farm.</p>
Molly Harrison
<p class="p1">Molly is in her placement year from University</p><p class="p1">My experience in New Zealand so far has been incredible. From having no background in farming and never having been on a plane before, I really threw myself in the deep end! But I am so grateful for the opportunity the scholarship team have given me. I can’t thank the team enough for all their support in getting me out here.</p><p class="p1">I have been here almost 3 months now, and I have already learnt more than I could have ever imagined.</p><p class="p1">Both Sam and Jenna have not only been amazing bosses, they have also really helped me settle in to life away from home.</p><p class="p1">No matter your experience in agriculture, if you have an interest in the dairy industry, the scholarship is definitely worth applying for!</p>
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