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The Inspiring STEM+ program is designed for Year 9 and 10 students and runs over an 18-month to 2-year period. It aims to introduce girls to STEM pathways within the construction industry while encouraging them to select STEM-related subjects during these formative years. The program focuses on raising awareness of the various career opportunities within the construction and STEM related sectors, with a key focus on inspiring greater female participation. The Inspiring STEM+ Program is run across multiple high schools Australia-wide by Laing O’Rourke.

Program Overview:

The Inspiring STEM+ program consists of a series of modules delivered throughout the school term, outside of regular school hours (or as otherwise agreed). Each module lasts for two hours and is tailored to coordinate with school schedules. Additionally, the modules are flexible and open to consultation from our project contributors, sponsors, and partners.

The program leaders will deliver the following modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Construction – Overview of the industry and diverse career roles
Module 2: Project Development – Work winning, optioneering, and community engagement
Module 3: Sustainability – Sustainable project initiatives, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and environmental management
Module 4: Digital Way of Working – Digital engineering processes and software
Module 5: Safety in Construction – Primary standards, hazard management, and controls
Module 6: The Future of Construction – Innovation within the construction industry (in partnership with the Technology & Innovation Group)
Module 7: Practical Completion – Quality management, safety assurance, and handover processes
Module 8: Graduation – A parent-attended event to recap the program, award certificates, and present final content

Ongoing Opportunities:

In addition to the modules, they offer work experience and internship opportunities for students to gain real-world exposure.

Costs:

There are no costs involved to participate in this program. For more information, please feel free to visit Inspiring STEM+ webpage.

Interested?

Please register your interest in the program using the link on Compass Newsfeed.

Sally Polidano

Leading Teacher Science/STEM