Te Ara Takitini | Guiding Light Mentoring Programme - Māori & Pasifika Students

Jasmax invites Māori and Pasifika architecture students - currently in their second year of bachelor’s study - to apply for the Te Ara Takitini | Guiding Light Mentoring Programme. Rooted in the values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and ako, this programme offers real-world insights, hands-on learning, and meaningful design-industry connections.

Successful applicants will be matched with experienced mentors, attend tailored sessions, and gain guidance through the final three years of study. If you're passionate about design, proud of your identity, and ready to grow your architectural career, this is your path forward.

We encourage students to Kia māia (be brave) and just apply.

To apply for the Guiding Light Mentoring Programme, you should be:

• A current Māori or Pasifika student enrolled in a Bachelor of Architecture programme at a New Zealand university
• Currently in your second year of study (Entering your final year of the bachelor's programme in 2026)
• Passionate about architecture and eager to grow personally and professionally
• Willing to share your story, cultural values, and aspirations in a short-written statement
• Open to mentorship, connection, and reciprocal learning

Optional but welcome:

• A CV, portfolio, or work samples to help us understand your journey

As a Guiding Light Student, you'll receive:

• A warm welcome at our studio, where you and your whānau are invited to connect, share kai, and meet the Jasmax team
• Quarterly mentoring sessions tailored to support your academic journey, personal growth, and transition into professional practice
• Ongoing check-ins from our People & Culture team to ensure you feel supported, heard, and empowered throughout the programme
• Hands-on learning opportunities across real-world projects and design environments
• Access to resources, readings, and support with assessments, CVs, portfolios, and interview preparation
• A sense of belonging through whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and ako: values that guide every step of the journey

Discover what the Te Ara Takitini | Guiding Light Programme has to offer by reading the Full Student Information Pack here.

Apply Below

Applications Close: Monday, 29 September 2025

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact: Aisling Deegan, People & Culture Coordinator

Email: [email protected]

phone: +64 9 892 0678