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Empowering your Future: Exploring POWER Careers During National Careers Week
📅 12–18 May 2025 | #ncwau25 This week, Australia’s biggest celebration of career development begins and we want to share some amazing...
May 53 min read


Inside the Graduate Experience – Rotations, Mentors & Reality Checks
So, you’ve landed the grad role—what happens next? During the Inside Industry #2 webinar hosted by API, three leading graduate program...
May 21 min read


AI, Values & Personality – Navigating the Human Side of Graduate Recruitment
AI is everywhere—but should it be writing your graduate application? In Inside Industry #2 , recruiters from Energy Queensland, Horizon...
May 21 min read


Cracking the Code – What Graduate Employers Are Really Looking For
When you hit “submit” on a graduate application, what are early career recruiters really looking for? At API’s Inside Industry #2...
May 21 min read


Free Student Expo Passes Available for Australian Energy Week 2025!
Undergraduate students are invited to join the Australian Power Institute at **Australian Energy Week 2025** in Melbourne on 18–19 June. Free Expo passes give students access to 60+ energy companies, panel sessions on the Insights Stage, and networking drinks. This is a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, learn about career pathways, and get inspired by the people and technologies shaping the energy transition. Register now through the API!
May 22 min read


From Students to CEOs: Lessons from the Power Pathways Journey
On 14 April 2025, the Electric Energy Society of Australia (EESA) and the Australian Power Institute (API) came together to present...
Apr 292 min read


💬 Webinar Recap: Inside Industry #2 – Graduate Applications, Interviews & Cover Letters
On 16 April 2025, we hosted our second Inside Industry webinar of the year, bringing together undergraduate students and early-career...
Apr 241 min read


⚡Powering Australia’s Future: Strengthening the Power Engineering Workforce with insights from Engineers Australia
By Dr David Pointing, CEO, Australian Power Institute The new Engineering Tomorrow report by Engineers Australia provides a compelling,...
Apr 234 min read


Building the Future Power Workforce Together: Highlights from the API Partner Session
Posted: 16 April 2025 On 19 February 2025, the API Board and staff brought together a diverse group of partner organisations for a...
Apr 163 min read


Engineering a More Inclusive Future: Why We Need More Women in Engineering
🔹 Empowering Change Through Personal Stories 🔹 Last week at API x EA: Accelerate Action - Women in Engineering , I shared how...
Apr 164 min read


API Power UP Scholarship Applications: What to expect next
The Australian Power Institute's (API) 2025 Power UP Scholarship application period has officially closed as of March 30, 2025 . All API...
Apr 161 min read


Save the Date! International Women in Engineering Day – 23 June 2025
📅 Mark your calendars! On Monday, 23 June 2025, from 1–2 PM AEST , API is excited to host our International Women in Engineering Day...
Apr 161 min read


API Power UP Video Challenge 2025: Winners, Finalists, and More!
The Australian Power Institute's (API) 2025 Power UP Video Challenge has successfully concluded, showcasing the remarkable experiences...
Apr 162 min read


What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Engineering Degree: Insights from Industry Professionals
The Australian Power Institute (API) recently hosted the first Inside Industry session of 2025, bringing together industry professionals...
Mar 203 min read


Reflections from outgoing API Board Chair - Peter Langdon
After four years as Chair of the Australian Power Institute (API), Peter Langdon reflects on his tenure, the challenges faced, and the...
Mar 123 min read


Empowering the Future: Vote for your favourite Power UP Video
The energy sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, and at the heart of this evolution are the passionate university students...
Mar 51 min read


What Australian Students in Grades 10, 11, and 12 Should Know About the Energy Sector
The Australian energy and power sector is evolving rapidly, driven by new technologies, sustainability goals, and increasing demand for...
Mar 52 min read


How to Stand Out at Career Fairs: Tips for Student Success
Attending a career fair can be a fantastic opportunity for students in Grades 10, 11, and 12 to explore future pathways, network with...
Mar 52 min read


Power in Diversity: Strengthening the Power Workforce
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Gender Equity in Energy Roundtable , where I joined industry leaders in...
Feb 143 min read


Reminder: The API's AGM is on this Wednesay, 19th February
The API’s AGM is on this week and we want to keep our community in the loop and remind those invited to RSVP (or designated Member...
Feb 142 min read
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