Engineering, Design and Computing Careers Evening

25 June 2026 5:00pm7:30pm
Join us for the Engineering, Design, and Computing Careers Evening—an exclusive opportunity to explore the wide-ranging career opportunities within these industries.

EAIT Enrolling and Timetabling - Online Webinar

29 June 2026 10:00am11:30am
Online Enrolling and Timetabling Webinar to help students get started with their studies.

Day 1: Engineering Day 1: Build a semi-autonomous fire truck

30 June 2026 8:45am3:00pm
Spend the day at UQ Innovate building and programming an autonomous fire truck from the ground up. In the afternoon, test your creation in simulated fire scenarios during the competition.

Day 2: Architecture, Design and Urban Planning: Designing for resilience: climate ready homes for Queenslanders

1 July 2026 8:45am3:00pm
Step into the role of architect, designer, and urban planner in this fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll design and build a model home ready to take on Queensland’s toughest weather challenges.

Day 3: Computer Science and Information Technology: Multiple concurrent workshops 

2 July 2026 8:45am2:45pm
Spend the day at UQ exploring the world of computing, coding, AI and digital technology through a series of hands-on workshops led by UQ staff and students. Students will learn how computers communicate through binary coding, program Raspberry Pi devices using Python, and discover how AI and data science are transforming industries such as sport and technology. 

Day 4: Engineering Day 2: Build a semi-autonomous fire truck (repeat session)

3 July 2026 8:45am3:00pm
Spend the day at UQ Innovate building and programming an autonomous fire truck from the ground up. In the afternoon, test your creation in simulated fire scenarios during the competition.
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WE Work Experience - July (Years 10-12)

6 July 2026 9:00am10 July 2026 3:00pm
During the school break, discover the impactful work real engineers do every day! – Apply before 31 May 2026.
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WE Explore Engineering Day 2026

16 July 2026 8:30am17 July 2026 2:30pm
We increased our capacity! Explore Day is now offered on two dates (16 or 17 July 2026) so more schools can take part. (Registrations closed)

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EAIT Enrolling and Timetabling - Drop-In Q&A

22 June 2026 2:00pm3:00pm
Drop-In Enrolling and Timetabling session students get started with their studies.

EAIT Starter Program: Study Plan and Academic Advice

18 June 2026 2:00pm3:00pm
A comprehensive overview of key terminology at UQ and how to ensure the best planning of your studies.

Beyond Megawatts: Embedding Biodiversity in Energy System Planning

11 June 2026 5:30am7:00pm
As Australia moves toward net zero, this masterclass shows how renewable energy can be planned to protect biodiversity.

EAIT Starter Program: Extracurricular Activities & Employability

4 June 2026 2:00pm3:00pm
Learn the great extracurricular programs and activities on offer for EAIT students and how to improve your employability skills during your studies.

Careers in Engineering | Industry insights from Jacobs

21 May 2026 4:30pm6:00pm
Hear from Jacobs representatives about engineering project work, career pathways and the professional skills that help students move from university into industry.

Breakfast briefing: Industrial AI and the Future of Manufacturing

15 May 2026 7:30am10:00am
The ARC Digital Manufacturing Hub and UQ Centre for Enterprise AI invite you to a breakfast briefing event with research and industry leaders in digital manufacturing and Industrial AI.
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Girls' Programming Network - Brisbane

9 May 2026 9:00am3:00pm
Get ready for a full day of programming workshops open for girls, trans and non-binary students in years 7-12!

UQ Alumni Networking Reception - Perth 2026

7 May 2026 6:30pm8:00pm
We’re delighted to invite you to a relaxed evening with fellow UQ alumni in Perth.

Study Skills Workshop | 2nd year and above | Online | Planning, deadlines and study groups

29 April 2026 3:15pm4:15pm
Online | Practical strategies for managing study time, deadlines and study groups with increasing study demands.

Study Skills Workshop | 2nd year and above | In person | Planning, deadlines and study groups

29 April 2026 3:15pm4:15pm
In person | Practical strategies for managing study time, deadlines and study groups with increasing study demands.

Study Skills Workshop | 1st year students | In person | Planning, deadlines and study groups

29 April 2026 2:15pm30 April 2026 3:15pm
In-person | Practical strategies for managing study time, deadlines and study groups in your first year.

Study Skills Workshop | 1st year students | Online | Planning, deadlines and study groups

29 April 2026 2:15pm3:15pm
Online | Practical strategies for managing study time, deadlines and study groups in your first year.

Careers in Engineering | Industry panel

23 April 2026 3:00pm4:30pm
Hear from engineering alumni and industry professionals as they share insights on career pathways, equity, wellbeing and building a sustainable career in engineering.

Site tour | Suntory Swanbank

22 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Exclusively for final-year mechanical, electrical and mechatronic engineering students, this site tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at Suntory’s Swanbank facility, including syrup making, high-speed packaging, laboratory operations and logistics.

Drop-in session | Engineering Professional Practice (EPP)

21 April 2026 1:00pm2:00pm
Ask questions and receive tailored advice about your Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) requirement.

Portfolio Essentials | Advice from Architecture and Design Professionals

15 April 2026 5:00pm6:30pm
Gain practical advice from architecture and design professionals on how to develop a portfolio that stands out to employers.

Drop-in session | Engineering Professional Practice (EPP)

15 April 2026 11:00am12:00pm
Ask questions and receive tailored advice about your Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) requirement.

Drop-in session | Engineering Professional Practice (EPP)

15 April 2026 11:00am12:00pm
Ask questions and receive tailored advice about your Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) requirement.

Citadel Securities on Campus | Careers in Trading, Technology and Quant Finance

14 April 2026 5:30pm7:30pm
Hear from engineers and traders about internships, graduate roles and what it takes to work at a leading global market maker

Careers in Trading | IMC Trading

13 April 2026 2:30pm3:30pm
Meet IMC Trading at a meet-and-greet for Computer Science, Mathematics and related STEM students interested in trading.

Site tour | Devco Australia

31 March 2026 9:45am12:00pm
Behind-the-scenes Devco site tour for chemical/process engineering students, exploring sulphur processing operations and safety systems for dangerous goods.

Information session | International student employability and visa rights session

30 March 2026 2:00pm4:00pm
An information session for international students covering visa work rights, employability and communicating effectively with employers.

Info session | Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) (3rd year and above)

26 March 2026 4:00pm5:00pm
This session is for engineering students who have commenced their program before 2025 only.
If you begun your studies in 2025 or after then please attend the EPP information session for 1st and 2nd year students.

Info session | Engineering Professional Practice (EPP) (1st and 2nd year)

26 March 2026 3:00pm4:00pm
This session is only for engineering students who have commenced their program in 2025 or after. If you begun your studies before 2025 then please attend the EPP information session for 3rd year and above cohorts.

Architecture, Design and Planning | Building your career

25 March 2026 4:30pm6:00pm
A practical intro to employability for architecture, design and planning students—hear from recruiters and practitioners on what employers look for and how to build your profile early.

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