Department of Transport and Main Roads Women in Engineering Bursaries

Application dates

Applications open

23 June 2026

Applications close

3 August 2026

What you'll receive

You’ll receive a bursary valued at $5,000.

The bursary will be paid in one instalment of $5,000, following confirmation of your enrolment after the census date of Semester 2, 2026.

The successful recipient may also receive additional opportunities offered by the Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Eligibility

How to apply

You need to complete and submit the online application form by 11.59pm on the closing date, 3 August 2026.

Your application should include the following attachments:

• a copy of your resume/curriculum vitae (CV)
• a copy of your academic record from HiQ site
• a 300-word written response which sets out the following:
  • an ability to demonstrate a love of maths and physics, including discussion about their practical application in engineering
  • an ability to demonstrate leadership skills.

Submit an online application form

What happens next?

Applicants will be shortlisted against the eligibility criteria, resume and written response.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, and four successful applicants will be selected.

If your application is successful, we will notify you via telephone and email. If your application is not successful, we will notify you by email.

Conditions

To receive the payment you must:

• remain enrolled full-time
• maintain a minimum GPA of 4.

Terms and conditions for Department of Transport and Main Roads Women in Engineering Bursaries (PDF file; 189.4 KB)

About the bursary

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) moves and connects people, places, goods and services safely, efficiently and effectively across Queensland.

TMR plan, manage and deliver Queensland's integrated transport environment to achieve sustainable transport solutions for road, rail, air and sea.

TMR's integrated transport planning approach ensures they contribute to:

• people's quality of life
• Queensland's economic wellbeing
• a sustainable environment.

To foster diversity and inclusion in the engineering field, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has implemented the Women in Engineering (WiE) bursaries initiative. This program specifically aims to encourage and support the participation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

The four Women in Engineering bursaries serve as a testament to TMR's commitment to diversity and inclusion. They provide opportunities for women engineers to excel in their studies and future professional endeavours. Additionally, the initiative offers valuable guidance, advice, and networking opportunities, empowering women engineers to thrive in their chosen fields.

Through the WiE bursaries initiative, TMR actively contributes to breaking down barriers and promoting gender equality in engineering. By nurturing and supporting talented women in their engineering journeys, TMR showcases its dedication to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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