Curtin STEM Outreach

21/05/2026

Are you keen on a future in aerospace technology, aviation or engineering?

Year 10 students can now apply for hands-on STEM work experience with BAE Systems this June!

Located at the RAAF Base Pearce, you can look forward to:
👩‍💻 Building real STEM skills in Computer‑Aided Drawing, 3D printing, electrical circuit design & programming
⚙ Working inside the BAE Systems Hangar on a mini aerospace‑component design project to take home
🛬 Exploring the Hawk 127 maintenance facility, life support building & flightline
👩‍✈️Meeting flight crew & witness fast‑jet taxi, takeoff & landing
🥪Lunch & snacks provided daily

The important details:
📅 Monday 1 to Thursday 4 June
🕘 9am - 4pm daily
📍RAFF Base Pearce Bullsbrook
➡Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=yOkkF5s_P0qvCo7Hmwl62XAkgKinsyxIsTjSLvl4D0ZUQ1VLVTBNM0wyUTRBMVpQREtLMFdQMkRUMyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

01/05/2026

The application deadline for the Indigenous Australian Engineering School (IAES) has been extended to 17 May!

If you're curious about building, creating or problem-solving and want to explore possibilities for your future (while making friends & having fun), check out the application now: bit.ly/IAESApplication2026_

24/04/2026

Are you ready to get hands-on with robotics?
Applications are now open for our year-round Advanced Robotics Program, starting 22 May 🤖

High school students (aged 14+) will learn to solve real engineering challenges in a collaborative team with support from knowledgeable university mentors.
What you'll get up to:
⚙ Design & Build - Learn the engineering design process, from CAD to assembly, with the help of state-of-the-art machining facilities. By August, you'll have built a large-scale robot ready to compete in the WA Robotics Playoffs!
👩‍💻Programming - Code in Java to control autonomous & driver-operated robot functions
🕹Compete - Take part in two annual FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) events, facing off against more than 40 teams from across Australia

FRC is globally recognised by universities & employers as top-tier STEM extracurricular & based at Curtin, the program will give you a taste of campus life & future STEM pathways before even graduating high school.

No experience? No problem - we're looking for eager learners who share our passion for robotics!
Our Winter Season (mid-May- August) will bring you up to speed fast, as you build something you can brag about at the dinner table.

Learn more & apply: bit.ly/FRCApplication2026

23/04/2026

There's just over a week left to apply for our Indigenous Australian Engineering School, so here's a throwback to the 2024 school & all the amazing experiences the students got up to 🏗🤖

From exciting site visits, to fun hands-on engineering activities & making new friends - the school is a great opportunity for students (Yrs 9-12) to learn more about engineering careers, dream big about their future & become part of a supportive community of peers, mentors & industry 🤝

If you're thinking about a future in STEM or you just enjoy designing or solving problems but are not sure where this can take you - find out more here: bit.ly/IAESApplicationPack2026

When you're ready to apply, head here: bit.ly/IAESApplication2026
Make sure to submit before 3 May!

10/04/2026

Check out all the fun we get up to on our Focus on Mining Camp!

Heading underground, meeting industry experts, visiting the WA School of Mines & getting up close to The Super Pit - on this camp you'll have so many opportunities to explore the exciting world of mining & engineering ⛏🏗

If you haven't submitted your application yet for the July camp, remember to get it in before this Sunday (April 12)!

Apply now: https://curtin.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ebtlLksVdOQoSrk

02/04/2026

Applications for the Girls+ Engineering Tomorrow (GET) Network are closing soon! (12 April)

➡Apply now: https://curtin.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_doRazkY2xMCQ2eq

The world's biggest challenges need engineers & if you’re curious about what it means to be one, GET Network is for you!

The details:
📅 10 sessions on Saturdays from May to September
🏫 Curtin University, Bentley
👩For Year 11 or 12 female or non-binary students
💰 FREE!
❔ Hands-on workshops, networking with industry & university role models & connecting with a community of like-minded students

We're not looking for the top of the class, just students who want to explore, connect & discover what engineering could look like for them!

More info: https://www.curtin.edu.au/engage/stem-outreach/girls-engineering-tomorrow/

25/03/2026

Have you got a great idea to bring science, technology, engineering or maths to life in your community?

There's just one week left to apply for a National Science Week small or mid-tier grant to help make your idea a reality!

Apply now: https://www.inspiringwa.org.au/grants

Applications closing soon for National Science Week 2026.

Last chance to apply for small ($4,000) and mid-tier ($10,000) grants to support science events across Western Australia during National Science Week.

Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your STEM event to life.

Applications close 1 April, 5 pm AWST. Apply now: https://www.inspiringwa.org.au/grants

23/03/2026

Hands-on engineering challenges ✅
Exciting industry site visits ✅
Connecting with an amazing community of Indigenous students & mentors ✅

You'll experience all of this & more at the 2026 Indigenous Australian Engineering School (IAES) this July (12-18)!

IAES is a free, week-long residential program for First Nations students in Years 9-12 to explore how engineering can create real impact in communities across Australia 🦾👩‍🔧🏗️

Travel, meals & accommodation are fully covered thanks to the support of industry through Engineering Aid Australia.

📅Applications are open now & will close 3 May!
❔How to apply:https://www.curtin.edu.au/engage/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2026/02/IAES-2026-Application-Information-Pack-1-1.pdf
🔗Apply now: bit.ly/IAESApplication2026

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day
This year, we're celebrating 115 years of IWD 😮🎉

Today is a reminder to not only celebrate the amazing women in our community but also the organisations working towards gender equity 🙌

So shout out the amazing women & initiatives in your community & remember to give them some support today (& all year round!)

📅Check out some IWD events: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-communities/international-womens-day-events
👩‍💼Learn more about IWD: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
👩‍🔬Find programs for girls+ in STEM: bit.ly/GirlsSTEMPrograms

23/02/2026

📢 Applications are now open for Focus on Mining July 2026!

Have you ever thought about studying mining?

Join us for an exciting 5-day residential camp from 6 - 10 July, where you'll:
🏗 Visit mine sites across Kalgoorlie
👷‍♀️ Meet top industry leaders
⛏️ Participate in hands-on workshops

If you’re in Years 11-12 & want to learn what it's really like to work in the WA mining industry, don’t miss this opportunity!

Applications will close on Sunday, 12 April

How to apply:https://www.curtin.edu.au/engage/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2026/02/Application-Guide-July-2026-1-1.pdf

This program is supported by Northern Star Resources & the WA School of Mines.