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API POWER UP PROGRAM

The Australian Power institute is committed to helping the next generation of the Power workforce, develop their skills and open pathways to industry. Our Undergraduate Program Power UP delivers this by:

  • Connecting you with industry leaders and other power passionate peers to help you build your network.

  • Working with you to Create innovative solutions to tackle the most pressing challenges in your industry.

  • Helping you take Charge of your future with our job-ready professional development programs.

Join Power UP Now!

Why you should join Power UP:

Power Up is for students studying a power related course this includes engineering, mechatronics, data science and renewables.

  • You will receive invitations to join industry networking events.

  • Entry to our annual Power UP Summit, where you and other students will work to solve real industry challenges.

  • Become part of an industry talent pool and be notified of vacation placements and employment opportunities.

  • You can apply to become one of our 100 scholarship recipients.

  • Be invited to apply for funded tickets to industry conferences.

  • Ability to compete in our annual Video Challenge with Cash Prizes. Check out this year's videos here.

  • Access our exclusive library of industry relevant professional development modules and webinars.

  • Receive API recognition and credentialling to give your Graduate application a boost with Industry recognised credentials.

Hear from our Students about being a Power UP Student:

Latest News:

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I have to admit I’m slightly in denial about being in my fourth year at uni. It feels like only yesterday I arrived at the UQ Centre for my faculty orientation day where we had to perform the daunting task of building a bridge out of popsicle sticks with a group of strangers. That first year can be so daunting: navigating a new way of learning, trying to make lifelong friends, finding balance between working and studying. 

But never fear, I’ve collated a few tips that I wish I had known back then to make it all seem more manageable.  

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I won’t lie, electrical engineering is tough, but you will gain the knowledge and skills to become a highly sought-after professional in a rapidly electrified world. Our planet needs more electrical engineers as we accelerate the energy transition away from fossil fuels to prevent catastrophic climate change.  

Our planet needs more electrical engineers as we accelerate the energy transition away from fossil fuels to prevent catastrophic climate change.  

Here are my top three tips to get the most out of your degree:

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