61345 Summer Internship - Structuring Mātauranga Māori for a tāonga data StoryMap - Plant & Food Res

**Summer Student Intern –** **Structuring Mātauranga Māori for a tāonga data StoryMap** **Location: Mt Albert Auckland, New Zealand** **Vacancy Number: 61345 Fixed Term – 12 weeks** **Hours: 38** **Grow Your Research Skills In a World-class Science Environment** Are you passionate about data, digital tools, and supporting the stewardship of Mātauranga Māori? Join our team this summer and gain hands-on experience contributing to a meaningful research initiative focused on improving how tāonga data and associated Mātauranga Māori are organised, stored, and presented. Working alongside experienced researchers and project partners, you will help structure and manage information that supports accessibility, consistency, and responsible data stewardship. This is a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in data management, digital storytelling, and research support while gaining exposure to Māori data sovereignty principles and tikanga-informed research practices. **What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua** **As a Summer Student Intern, You Will** * Learn how tāonga data and associated information is collected, managed, and formated. * Assist with preparing, organising, and structuring information into consistent formats. * Support the documentation of data sources, metadata, and data processing activities to maintain provenance and lineage. * Assist with organising and managing information in line with project requirements and ethical considerations. * Contribute to the development and presentation of content using Microsoft 365 tools. * Gain an understanding of tikanga Māori, Māori data sovereignty, and responsible data management practices. * Work collaboratively to support project objectives. **What you will bring | Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako** To be successful in this role, the minimum qualifications required are: * Current enrolment in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as Information Management, Geography, Environmental Science, Māori Studies, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistical Science, Social Sciences, or a related field. * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work accurately with information and datasets. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications. * A willingness to learn and contribute within a collaborative research environment. * An interest in digital tools, data management, GIS technologies, mapping, or digital storytelling. * A commitment to handling information responsibly and respectfully. **Desirable Attributes Include** * Experience with ArcGIS, or similar GIS and mapping platforms. * An understanding of Te Ao Māori, Mātauranga Māori, or Māori research practices. * Previous experience working with datasets, databases, records management, or research projects. **Why join us?** This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to a project that supports the preservation, stewardship, and accessibility of tāonga data and Mātauranga Māori. You will work alongside experienced researchers and develop practical skills that are highly valued across research, information management, and digital technology fields. A copy of the Position Description is available for you to view once you click on the 'Apply' button. **What you will get | Ngā hua o tēnei tūranga** * Practical experience in data management, information organisation, and digital storytelling. * Experience using Microsoft 365 tools to support research outcomes. * An opportunity to contribute to a project centred on Mātauranga Māori and tāonga data stewardship. * Mentoring and support from experienced researchers and project partners. * Opportunities to strengthen your communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. * Valuable experience to support future study and career opportunities in research, information management, GIS, data science, and related fields. * The chance to build an understanding of Māori data sovereignty principles and tikanga-informed approaches to data management. **About us | Ko wai mātou** We've built something new. AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion have come together to form the Bioeconomy Science Institute. We are more than 2200 people working to support the growth and resilience of the bioeconomy in New Zealand and beyond. Together, our world-class science can do more to advance innovation in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, biotechnology and manufacturing; protect and enhance ecosystems from biosecurity threats and climate risks; and develop new bio-based technologies and products. For further details about the Bioeconomy Science Institute can be found on our website, watch this Bioeconomy Science Institute short clip. **Ready to Apply? | Kua rite koe ki te tono?** If you're enthusiastic about science and keen to apply your studies in a research setting, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your curiosity, motivation, and willingness to learn, and join us for an exciting summer research experience.