DEADLINE: Superstars of STEM Program

The Superstars of STEM program advances gender equity in science, technology, engineering and maths. Superstars receive advanced communications training to build a strong media and public profile, be a role model for the next generations and supercharge their career. A strong desire to build a media profile is key – the program exists to create a growing cohort of highly visible diverse role models in the media of people who are experts and leaders in STEM. The program is open to women and non-binary people in STEM.

Applicants must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria before the closing date:  

• Hold a PhD or higher; or 
• Have more than 10 years of experience working in STEM; or
• Have an undergraduate STEM degree and at least 4 years’ experience working in information technology, engineering, mathematics, agricultural science, environmental science or geological sciences; or
• Are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person with an undergraduate STEM degree and at least 4 years’ STEM industry experience (this work experience can have been done concurrently with your studies).

The program runs for two calendar years with 60 participants in each group of Superstars, identified in a comprehensive competitive selection process. As well as receiving training, the participants are paired with a high-profile mentor, supported to use their new skills to raise their public profile and visit schools to inspire the next generation.

The current program concludes in December 2026. The next program will run from January 2027-December 2028.