by Emma | Jun 26, 2024 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
In 2020, the Office released a report that explored the future of commercial fisheries in Aotearoa New Zealand. The report focused on how New Zealand’s relationship with the ocean can be improved. Packed within its pages were case studies of innovation. To complement...
by George | Sep 11, 2023 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
One of the pleasures of working in the Office of the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor is getting involved with the interns on their projects. The projects provide opportunities for the interns to apply their knowledge in a policy area, build their skills and...
by juliet | Jul 15, 2022 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
One of the most enjoyable aspects of my role is hosting interns from all over Aotearoa who are passionate about working on issues at the research-policy interface. After finishing his PhD at the University of Auckland in 2021, Tom Saunders joined our Office to develop...
by Celia | Dec 17, 2021 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
Kia ora koutou Amidst the noise and haste of supporting the COVID response and delivering our infectious disease and AMR project (more on this in the New Year), we have had a busy and exciting year behind the scenes with our interns and fellows – 13 projects across...
by EllenR | Sep 10, 2021 | In the news, Internships
Jacques de Satgé, former intern with the Office, features on RNZ’s Our Changing World programme. Jacques talks about his PhD research into the moho pererū banded rail, a native bird often found in mangroves, as well as his work with the Office investigating...
by EllenR | Sep 7, 2021 | From the OPMCSA, Internships
Jacques de Satgé, recent intern at the Office, has been investigating mangrove management and removal. Watch the presentation below to learn more about Aotearoa’s mangroves and the moho pererū banded...