Grad Girls

We support and empower FEMININE-IDENTIFYING university & TAFE students by bridging the gap between studies & the first step in their career.

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Who we are

Grad Girls is an 8-month program run by Women 4 STEM. We support and empower FEMININE-IDENTIFYING tertiary students by bridging the gap between studies & the first step in their tech career.

About the program

We run every year for any feminine-identifying University and TAFE student undertaking an STEM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) degree who is interested in a career in tech. The program runs on the academic year, with monthly sessions from February to October

Our partners

We partner with leading businesses and industry experts across STEM to show you what’s out there in the corporate world.

In 2023, 18 students landed internships or grad roles either with our sponsors or through skills they gained from Grad Girls, and we had the pleasure of collaborating with IFM Investors on an Exclusive Internship program for Grad Girls!

What’s included

  • Office tours and educational presentations pioneered in the tech industry.
  • Guidance and mentoring in creating a personal brand, writing your first CV and LinkedIn profiles
  • Support on making the choice between industry and academia
  • And help understanding how to navigate staying relevant in both
  • Networking opportunities. And so much more!

What do employees look for?

Your grades are important to get you in the door, but did you know, employers don’t only care about your grades? They want to know about your employability skills!

  • Motivation
  • Taking initiative
  • Communication skills
  • Time management skills
  • Conflict management skills
  • Proactiveness
  • Teamwork
  • Personal growth & development skills and inclination

Get Your Hands on Exclusive Grad Girls Merch and More!

Participants will receive the coveted Grad Girls merch bag at the beginning of your journey, at the Kick-Off event, plus other giveaways and opportunities throughout the year!

  • Giveaways donated by our amazing sponsors
  • Heavily discounted professional membership to Women 4 STEM
  • Access to our other FREE webinars to enhance your learning and experience
  • Tickets to professional networking events
  • A fabulous graduation gift at the end of the program
  • And much more!


Did you know?

48,000

graduates in the STEM fields

37

applicants per job in average in STEM

1,440

graduate jobs per year (on average)

3%

of grad. applicants receive an offer


So what sets us apart?

Exclusive insight

Gain access to some of the leading technology companies, and learn from senior leaders in the STEM industry

Direct support

A community of supportive women with you throughout your journey, and help guide you build career-advancing skills

Career opportunities

Unique opportunities to make early connections with recruiters and get you closer to securing employment before you graduate

2025 Program

127

Participants

8

Sponsor Hosted In-Person Events

10

Virtual Events

11

Sponsors

Testimonials

“A huge thanks to the Grad Girls team for all the amazing events! One of which changed my journey forever and paved the way for my upcoming internship. Just 1 hour of talking with the right person at the right time made a real difference in my self-confidence and motivation.”

Krystal Nguyen
2024 Grad Girls Participant

“A big thank you to the entire Women4Stem team. You guys are super awesome. You are the real superheroes. Next year, everyone on the team should wear a Women4Stem superhero cape for the awesomeness and diligent work put into changing life’s of young women like me to be confident and competent as I begin my tech career adventure.

Solabomi Adedara
2024 Grad Girls Participant

“The other Grad Girls, recruiters, and speakers I met made this program truly unforgettable. Special thanks to the staff, and the volunteers for arranging and executing such an incredible program! The representatives of the different company sponsors I spoke with and the workshops I attended dramatically reinvented my job search strategy, encouraging me to approach applications from a new viewpoint and realign my career aspirations to better align with my interests.”

Ambre Sarrazin
2024 Grad Girls Participant

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