Emelie Dahlskold, 22 November, 2023 | 2023 Westpac scholars at the Sphere, QUT Kelvin Grove
From financial support to internship programs, the Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship is a holistic development opportunity for young Aussies looking to kickstart a career in STEM. Find out why so many high school graduates choose to apply for the scholarship.
1. Financial support while you study
You could receive up to $15,000 over three years to support you while you complete your information technology, games dev or data science studies at QUT. This financial support is completely flexible, so you choose how you spend it. Whether you put the funding toward tuition fees, books or living and accommodation expenses, you can spend a little more time focused on what matters most – your studies.
2. Overseas travel experiences
After completing high school, you might think – I’d love to explore the world! Good news - a key component of the Young Technologists Scholarship is participating in Asia's week-long Disruptive Leaders Program. Here, you’ll better understand the global environment and the critical role technology plays in facing worldwide challenges. You’ll also immerse yourself in different cultures and try new things.
3. Paid internships and mentoring
Throughout your studies, you’ll have a chance to tap into the Westpac Group network to gain critical work experience and immerse yourself in other learning and development opportunities. No matter what your professional aspirations are, we’ll also be able to pair you with a mentor to help guide you and get your career-ready when you graduate.
4. Leadership development opportunities
It’s not just the one-week overseas experience you’ll get to partake in to enhance your leadership skills. You’ll also be invited to attend our Westpac Scholars Summit in Sydney. At the Summit, you’ll hear from industry leaders within Westpac Group and beyond, participate in workshops, do site visits, and much more.
5. Lifelong friendships and networks
As a Young Tech Scholar, you’ll gain membership to the Westpac 100 (W100) Network. Bringing together Scholars across the five program streams Westpac Scholars Trust supports, you’ll meet other undergraduates, postgraduates, research students and social innovators leading in their field, many of whom will become your lifelong friends, collaborators and mentors.
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Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship
2025 applications key dates
Applications open: 9.00am AEST, Monday 2 September 2024
Online Information Session: 5:00pm AEST, Thursday 26 September 2024
Applications close: 5:00pm AEDT, Monday 13 January 2025
Notification of outcome: February - March 2025
Scholars Summit: 7-8 April 2025
