The Playford Trust is delighted to partner with Aurecon to offer a $10,000 scholarship. Aurecon is committed to gender equality. The scholarship is offered to a female student commencing either 4th or 5th year in electrical engineering and business/commerce (or similar second degree), or 4th year in electrical engineering in 2019.
The successful applicant will be guaranteed the opportunity to undertake a work placement at Aurecon – joining a diverse and global team. The aim is to help the student develop skills and knowledge and enhance their industry experience. They will work on projects in a collaborative environment, actively contributing and drawing on the experience of others. The type of work to be undertaken – and level of commitment – will be negotiated between the successful student and Aurecon.
The Playford Trust will consider nominations from students studying at one of the three South Australian universities, and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all of the nominations. Aurecon and the Playford Trust will jointly make the final selection. Their decision will be based on the following selection criteria.
a female, and ready to commence either 4th or 5th year in electrical engineering and business/commerce (or similar second degree) or 4th year in electrical engineering, in 2019.
Preference will be given to high performing, resourceful and dynamic applicants who have a passion for re-imagining engineering and designing a better future, and thrive on working as part of a diverse team.
It is essential that the applicant’s supervisor or an academic referee (e.g. dean of school/faculty, or lecturer) provide a supporting comment about the student’s achievements, character, and leadership potential.