Monash Tech School

10/09/2026

Cupcake decorating and sharing some self-care tips for R U OK Day 💛🌼⭐

08/09/2026

🏡 What factors are important for creating a sustainable, liveable home?

This is a question John Monash Science School students explored during one of their many visits to Monash Tech School as part of their Tiny Village elective.

In Tiny Village, students investigate various factors that affect the design of a sustainable home, and gain a deeper understanding of sustainable practices, energy management, and practical applications of scientific and engineering principles.

During the session, students used technology to measure the environmental conditions of a greenhouse and analyse its suitability for farming. Through hands-on experience gathering data using Boson Sensors and micro:bits, students gained insight into real-world technology applications in areas such as hydroponics, vertical farming, and agricultural automation.

Students also worked together to prototype their own smart home devices using our custom-built Protopanels with AI vision systems. Using a design thinking approach, students tinkered with electronic devices, sensors, and mechanical systems to create their own innovative automations to improve their home’s liveability.

Further, students also participated in a design thinking sprint using littleBits, and undertook 2D to 3D modelling using Cricut machines.

We extend our thanks to John Monash Science School for their support and we look forward to seeing how the students implement these learnings into their own Tiny Village Design projects!

03/09/2026

👾 Cyberpowers takes on Ballarat!

Last week, Monash Tech School in collaboration with the RMIT University School of Science hosted students from Yarrabing Secondary College at Ballarat Tech School for Cyberpowers!

Cyberpowers endeavours to dispel fear, uncertainty, and doubt around cybersecurity practices and empowers students to take a proactive approach to password protection, scam identification, and safe social media usage. Tailored for female and gender diverse students, this industry immersion provides a safe environment for students to ask questions, collaborate with one another, and learn from industry experts.

Students engaged in activities that simulated real-world cybersecurity scenarios and explored various perspectives for managing security risks. Through this, students developed a suite of ‘superpowers’ – such as adaptability, ethical behaviour, and communication – that prioritise the humanitarian aspects of cybersecurity.

Students also had the opportunity to hear from industry leaders Professor Asha Rao, Dr Amy Beth Corman and Dr Tracy Tam, about their experiences and learn about careers and study pathways in the sector.

After the immersion, 100% of students agreed that the program made them want to explore new ideas, and 100% found the content of the program interesting and enjoyable!

We extend our deepest gratitude to Ballarat Tech School for hosting us and for their support in program delivery, along with the team at the RMIT University School of Science for co-designing and facilitating this fantastic program.

20/08/2026

💡 How can we help prepare students for the clean energy transition?

Last week, Monash Tech School hosted five Year 10 students as part of our Clean Energy Engagement program, a bespoke week-long work experience program which introduces students to the clean energy sector and provides an opportunity to build future workforce ready skills.

Throughout the week, students toured the Alan Finkel Building for Technology and Design and Monash Innovation Labs, met with the team at The Smart Infrastructure Lab, and analysed the role AI will play in supporting the clean energy transition. Using a design thinking approach, students ideated, iterated, and developed their own program rotation inspired by the Monash Net Zero Campus Electrification Project, which they pitched at the end of their placement.

We are grateful to Monash University Buildings and Property and the Smart Infrastructure Lab for their support, and look forward to supporting more students to access our Clean Energy Engagement Program.

06/08/2026

⚡️ Monash Tech School is excited to share an upcoming opportunity for students interested in software engineering, app development, product design, and AI!

Friday Technologies' Mobile AI Build Weekend is bringing together 150 developers, designers, founders and AI builders to create on-device AI applications for Apple platforms.

This two-day, in-person hackathon is being held in Melbourne C*D on August 29th-30th 2026 and is an incredible opportunity to connect with the community, learn, build, and push the boundaries of what's possible with on-device AI.

Students 18 or over are welcome to come solo, and students under 18 are welcome to join with a parent or guardian. ​Whether you have experience building Apple-platform products or are working on your first serious prototype, there will be a place for you to contribute!

🔗 For more information and to register, please visit https://lnkd.in/dD3pWyq5

Two days. One room. Build and demo an AI-native experience for Apple platforms. Melbourne, Aug 29-30 2026.

30/07/2026

🚀 That’s a wrap on Career Launchpad: Our Sustainable Future!

Last Friday, Monash Tech School welcomed 101 students and 44 industry professionals from 21 organisations to our facility for Career Launchpad.

This year, we also piloted our first Career Launchpad session for 30 Monash University undergraduate students, in collaboration with Monash University.

The event was opened by Associate Professor Susie Ho, Senior Academic Director, Industry and Immersive Experiences (Rich Experiences), at Monash University, who delivered inspirational opening remarks on the urgency of climate change action. Susie highlighted the importance of emerging roles and career pathways for our young people who are actively seeking to secure a sustainable future for the next generation. And most important of all, Susie urged us all to hope that, by working together, we can make a sustainable future a reality.

Through fast-paced conversations, students led the discussion and gained insight from experts working across renewable energy, manufacturing, engineering, and more about pathways, career opportunities, industry experiences, and the real-world applications of sustainable practices in an evolving world.

Following Career Launchpad, 100% of students found the program interesting and enjoyed it overall, with 99% saying they learned something new and 92% saying it made them want to explore new ideas.

From an industry perspective, 81% of industry attendees thought the event was worthwhile and would recommend Career Launchpad to their colleagues or networks.

🌟 We extend our thanks to Associate Professor Susie Ho and Monash University for their continued support of this event, and to The Cart Co for serving up delicious coffee.

We also extend heartfelt thanks to all the industry attendees who generously volunteered their time to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators!

ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space
Beon Energy Solutions
Blue Power Partners
Bosch Australia & New Zealand
Brand Architects
Bunnings
Bureau of Meteorology
CitiPower and Powercor
City of Monash
Fulton Hogan
Future Energy Skills (FES)
Jacobs
Laing O'Rourke
Monash Precinct Network
Monash University
Successful Endeavours Pty Ltd
Suburban Connect
Tilt Renewables
Tongwei Solar
Unique Micro Design Pty Ltd (UMD)
Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority
Wilson Transformer Company

23/07/2026

Join our team 🍃 🪚 🏎️ 💻 🔬 🧪
We are looking for a Technology Coordinator to help create immersive experiences for secondary students.
Full time role on a fixed-term contract until 17/12/2027.
Please apply via School Jobs Victoria with Job ID: 1534714.
Applications close 2 August 2026.

24/06/2026

A week-long STEM Camp means regional students can get hands-on with emerging technologies, explore big ideas and connect with like-minded peers. 🧡

20 students from across regional Victoria are taking part in a STEM Camp delivered in partnership with John Monash Science School and with the support of Monash University.

As part of the camp, students are visiting Monash Tech School to experience hands-on STEM immersions, using technologies including drones, robotics, coding, 3D printing and more.

Students are also taking part in bespoke sessions drawing on Monash Tech School’s industry partnerships and event management experience, building skills in project management, communication and industry engagement.

Beyond the camp, students will receive STEM Equipment Kits to take back to their schools and work with local teachers to establish and maintain STEM Clubs. Digital Badges will be awarded to recognise students’ participation, skill development and achievements throughout the STEM Camp, enhancing their future study and employment pathways.

We’re proud to work alongside John Monash Science School to create lasting connections between regional students, educators, mentors and industry through immersive, future-focused STEM learning.

19/06/2026

Exploring the Law Behind Great Ideas ⚖️

Delivered in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology, our SuperIP Industry Immersion program gave Year 10-12 students a glimpse into the world of intellectual property protection and provided insight into study and career pathways that combine a love of STEM, humanities, and innovation.

Facilitated by Dr Mitchell Adams, students were given a hands-on and engaging experience of what it is like to study law at a tertiary level. Through the program, students learned about the applications of intellectual property law, untangled the wacky world of claim construction, and undertook interactive activities delving into the patent process. Further, using littleBits STEAM+ Coding Kits, students were given a chance to invent their own medical device prototypes and draft their own patent specifications!

Students also had the opportunity to hear from an industry panel of Swinburne Law School graduates and professionals working across private law and government sectors. Joined by Rachael Mak, Josh Firmin, and Song Lee, students discovered what a typical day-in-the-life looks like, asked thoughtful questions about the influence AI has on the future of the profession, and received advice about study and career pathways in the sector.

After the program, 100% of students said they learnt something new, and 96% of students said they found the immersion interesting and enjoyable.

A warm thank you to Dr Mitchell Adams and Swinburne University of Technology University for their support and collaboration in bringing this program to life, and for empowering students to explore how intersections between STEM and law can accelerate innovation and technological advancement.

18/06/2026

Some exciting new changes at Monash Tech School…

Over the past few months, we’ve welcomed new faces to the team while also celebrating familiar faces stepping into new roles across the Tech School. As our programs, partnerships, and projects continue to grow, so does the incredible team behind them.

We asked some of our staff to share their experiences at Monash Tech School.

𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗮: 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿
Mina recently joined the team and is excited to help strengthen connections between education and industry while supporting accessible STEM pathways for students from all backgrounds. Since starting, she has already enjoyed the strong sense of camaraderie across the MTS team and working alongside such passionate people.

𝗗𝗮𝗻: 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀
Dan has stepped into the role of Head of Programs and has been heavily involved in the development of new learning experiences, including Supersystems and the upcoming Superelectro program. One of his favourite parts of MTS is the collaboration that occurs during program development, with staff from diverse backgrounds coming together to create engaging and innovative experiences for students.

𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀: 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿
James is currently developing a new clean energy program focused on the transition to electrification and renewable energy. He enjoys exploring and teaching with innovative technologies that help inspire and engage students in STEM learning.

𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸: 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿
After previously working as DigiTech Officer, Jack has transitioned into a teaching role at MTS. Recently, he has been developing “The Protopanel” alongside Kuhu for the Superimagery program, allowing students to interact with AI vision technology through a custom interface. In his new role, he is continuing to support the development and delivery of new STEM programs while helping bring emerging technologies into students’ hands.

𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗲: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿
Following her Industry-Based Learning placement at MTS, Nicole has transitioned from Technology Officer into a Communications Officer role. In her current role, she supports communications, media content creation, social media (like this post!), and industry engagement across the Tech School.

We’re excited for what’s ahead and grateful to have such a passionate and collaborative team continuing to shape innovative STEM experiences for students across our community.