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Holmes Construction Waitaha Trades Scholarship

Tenure 2026
Opening date 10 August 2026
Closing date 30 September 2026
Value Up to 8000 NZD
Number awarded 1
Provider

Holmes Construction Waitaha Limited

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Location Christchurch

Holmes Construction has been part of New Zealand’s construction industry for more than 65 years. We are passionate about supporting the sustainable growth of the industry and helping nurture the next generation of construction professionals.

This scholarship has been established to recognise and encourage students who are training toward a career in construction. We are looking to support individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, open-mindedness, and the interpersonal skills needed to succeed in a collaborative industry environment.

Through this scholarship, Holmes Construction aims to provide meaningful support to students considering a career in construction, through assistance with course fees, a practical support package, and the opportunity to be considered for future internship pathways within the business.

Eligibility 

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you must:

  • Be a New Zealand citizen, or permanent resident at the time of application
  • Be a full-time student at Ara enrolled in the first year in either semester one or semester two of the eligible programmes below.
  • To receive the scholarship payment, the successful candidate must pass all their courses for the first year of the programme.

Eligible Programmes

How to Apply

  • Submit an online Application Form (click on the Application Form button below)
  • Provide a personal statement that outlines the special circumstances that make you a candidate for this scholarship
  • Provide two referee reports which comment on your ability to succeed in this programme and attest to your character. (Please use the template provided below.) One referee should be your tutor.
  • Provide a copy of your academic transcript from your current or previous study
Application Form Character Referee