Linking People with Science

Maximising the quality and impact of Scion’s science


Scion continues to reach out with programmes that profile the impact of our science to New Zealanders and deliver valuable knowledge to end users.

Crown Research Institute Scion and Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga Research Internships


Two internships are available for skilled, enthusiastic students considering a career in scientific research. The internship programme is full-time for 10-12 weeks, starting around 8 December 2009.

Applications close 13 November 2009.

For more information about the research internships click here.

Linking with people


Scion’s entomology display had young observers engrossed at the Royal New Zealand Show, Christchurch (November, 2008). This is just one of several events Scion participates in each year.

Opening our doors - Scion Open Day

In March 2009 Scion held its biennial open day. Over 2,000 members of the public swarmed through the gates, to experience a host of interactive displays and experiments on a perfect late summer day.

Forests of Life Education Programme

Forests of Life is an inquiry-based programme designed by Scion that opens up an exciting pathway of discovery through the natural world.

Forests provide an ideal learning environment in which students can immerse themselves in science and sustainability issues.

To find out more about the Forests of Life Programme click here.

Scion Suffrage Centennial Scholarship

Scion offers its Suffrage Centennial Scholarship annually to promote science as an attractive career option for women. The scholarship is open to senior female students residing in Rotorua and attending secondary school in the Bay of Plenty region. 

For more information click here.