Inspiring future engineers
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Engineering is a career for problem solvers, creatives and innovators. It’s a wide and diverse field that touches every part of human life.
The vehicles we drive, the electronic devices we use, the buildings we work in and the medicines we take are all products of engineering.
This means anyone with interests in virtually any area can be attracted to and enjoy engineering and it’s never too early to introduce engineering to young people. Young children can develop an interest in and appreciation for engineering with toys such as Lego, Meccano or even Play Doh.
Engineers Australia has teamed up with Year13 to create Engineered for Impact, a dynamic online hub helping Gen Z discover what engineering really looks like and how it shapes the world.
With inspiring videos featuring our Engineering Champions, interactive career tools and tailored information that speaks directly to high school students, parents and teachers, it highlights the creativity, diversity and real-world impact of engineering – showing why it’s a career worth considering.
Programs for Year 8 and 9 students which through practical and creative experiences demonstrate they have the power to change the world through engineering.
This program provided by Questacon helps primary school teachers to engage students with engineering through storytelling and problem solving.
Resources and programs for school students designed to foster an interest in and understanding of careers in STEM.