YEAR 13 WAHINE CAMPS
Are you a Year 13 female who has an interest in mathematics and science? New Zealand needs more women in the aviation industry as engineers, technicians, pilots and more! You have more choices than you probably realise.
Do you want to see if an aviation career in the military could be perfect for you?
We give 30-40 students from around New Zealand a chance to spread their wings and spend 6 days with us to find out.
Aviation offers something for everyone, whether you want to spend your days in the skies or keep your feet firmly planted on the ground! Our School to Skies programme is a technical and aviation camp that will give you the chance to find out so much more about our amazing workplace. The programme is a perfect opportunity for those who are passionate about STEM, but are unsure about their future pathway.
Applications are open to females in Year 13 from anywhere in New Zealand. We want those who are passionate about STEM and who are currently studying NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) mathematics and science subjects, complimented by at least NCEA Level 2 English.
Who can apply?
Applicants must be:
– A female in Year 13
– Currently studying a Level 3 NCEA (or equivalent) mathematics AND science subjects, and
– Healthy with a moderate level of fitness.
Important note: We have no connection with Defence Careers/Recruiting and any application outcome will not influence an application into any Defence Career. The aim of the camp is to assist in transitioning Year 13 Women into a STEM Career pathway.
The 2025 Wahine Camp will occur from the 30th of June – 4th July at RNZAF Base Auckland
Applications for the 2025 Wahine camp will open at 8am on the 19th of Feb and close at 8pm on the 21st of March.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR THE 2025 WAHINE (STUDENT) EDITION CAMP
School to Seas
Not sure if a career up in the clouds is for you but want a chance to try out your sea legs? Interested to see what maritime STEM careers are out there? Our friends over at the Royal New Zealand Navy have a fantastic opportunity for you.
New Zealand needs more women in our maritime industry as engineers, technicians and operators.
If you’re a Year 12 or 13 women studying level 3 NCEA Math AND Science check out our sister programme over at School to Seas.
The School to Seas residential camp at Devonport Naval Base in Auckland will not be run until April 2026. Applications are expected to be open in November 2025.
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