Curious Minds empowers girls who are passionate, high performers in Science,  Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to explore their full potential, through a six-month hands-on extension and mentoring program.

Do you have a curious mind?

If you’re a girl in year 9 or 10 who is passionate about STEM subjects, or if you’re a female professional working in the STEM industry and would like to become a coach, then express your interest using the buttons below.

Applications are now closed for the 2023-24 program. All applications will be considered for the 2024-25 program.

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Stories from alumni and coaches

  • Megan McKinney

    Be adventurous! Be different! And never be afraid for ask for help.

    Megan McKinney — Coach
  • Angela Maharaj

    I think Curious Minds has an important role in normalising women and girls showing an interest and passion in STEM.

    Angela Maharaj — Coach
  • Dr Soumi Paul Mukhopadhyay

    Time has changed and so thus have the career options! Fly high with your vivid imagination and rest assured we are all there to support you.

    Dr Soumi Paul Mukhopadhyay — Coach

Next camps

Camp dates for the 2023-24 program

Curious Minds Summer Camp – Virtual

Curious Minds Summer Camp – Virtual

4 December – 8 December 2023

(Australia Wide)

Curious Minds Winter Camps

Curious Minds Winter Camps

1 July – 6 July 2024

Curious Minds West Camp

(SA, WA, NT, QLD)

8 July - 13 July 2024

Curious Minds East Camp

(ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS)

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Coach a Curious Mind

If you’re a female professional working in the STEM industry and would like to mentor high-performing girls in years 9 and 10 to explore their potential in STEM studies and careers, we would love to hear from you.