Bots are booming! Explore careers in robotics engineering Robotics is absolutely booming in Australia right now. Mining, defence, agriculture, warehouses, healthcare and even space tech are all hiring robotics engineers fast. If you’ve seen the news, you might have got the message about Australia’s national productivity slowdown. It’s a problem. Basically, we need smarter ways to get more done, and that’s where robotics and automation come in. The Australian government is focusing on new tech because robots, AI and automated systems could add an extra $170–$600 billion to Australia’s economy every year by 2030. Translation? Huge demand for people who can build, program and run this tech. Find out what's hot in Aussie robotics

IT education – reimagined From AI to cybersecurity, Monash has new IT courses aligned to trending areas in technology and embedded real-world experience into its degrees. Learn more

Take on a robot rescue mission this National Science Week This National Science Week, CSIRO is inviting young Australians to design, test and fine-tune their own rescue robots. No laboratory or fancy equipment required! This free program challenges you to create robots capable of tackling environments that are too dangerous or difficult for humans. Find out more

Hands-on learning with paid industry experience Kevin Win wanted the flexibility to explore complex problems and find solutions that didn't just go with the flow. At Charles Sturt, he discovered a hands-on engineering program with more paid industry cadetships than any other university in Australia. Read Kevin's story here

New resource: Careers with STEM: Study Health at QUT This free 12-page course guide will show you how to turn an interest in health into a fulfilling career. It covers what it’s like to study and work in a range of health professions, including nursing, sport science, optometry and social work. The guide also explores where people in these professions end up, from hospital wards to clinics, lab benches to community offices. Brought to you in partnership with QUT. Preview + download your free copy

What kind of engineer could you be? Power systems. Mechatronics. Structural. Mechanical. There are so many different types of engineers! We spoke to four engineers about their study + career pathways to bring you insights into what it means to do these jobs. Find your engineering path

Step into the quantum future this National Science Week at Quantum Future Talent: From Curiosity to Career Hosted by Sydney Quantum Academy on 18 August, this free interactive event features hands-on demonstrations, expert speakers, immersive exhibits and insights into study and career pathways in Australia’s fast-growing quantum industry. For students in Years 8–12, teachers, parents, career advisers and the broader community. Learn more + register

Careers that count On 11 August, everyone in Australia will fill out the Census. It’s important data to keep the country running smoothly. So who’s behind the scenes and what do their careers look like? Take a look at 4 jobs that rely on Census data