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Connecting students to energy careers

Power and Energy GISP

Power and Energy Gateway
to Industry Schools Project

An initiative connecting schools, industry and training providers to help young people discover pathways into power and energy careers.

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Commences Term 3 2026

What is the Power and Energy GISP?

The Power and Energy Gateway to Industry Schools Project (Power and Energy GISP) is a Queensland Government-funded initiative designed to strengthen connections between schools, industry and training providers, helping young people explore pathways into power and energy careers.

Delivered by the QRC, the project focuses on increasing student awareness of career opportunities across the full energy system, including generation, transmission and storage, and the essential role energy plays in Queensland’s economy and communities.

The Power and Energy GISP builds on QRC’s proven experience delivering education-industry partnerships through the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA) and aligns with the Queensland Government’s energy roadmap priorities.

This project forms part of the Queensland Government’s Gateway to Industry Schools Program – building partnerships between schools and industry and providing students with valuable insights to assist their career choices and pathway to employment.

Commences: Term 3, 2026.

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Why the project matters

Queensland’s power and energy sector is undergoing significant growth.

The Power and Energy GISP supports a strong future workforce by:

Introducing students to energy careers

Helping students understand career opportunities across the full energy system.

Providing industry-focused guidance

Providing industry-focused career advice, guidance and learning experiences.

Supporting informed choices

Supporting informed subject and pathway choices at school.

Strengthening collaboration

Strengthening collaboration between industry, schools and the training sector.

How the project works

The Power and Energy GISP will be delivered by a dedicated project officer in partnership with:

  • Power and energy industry representatives
  • Secondary schools
  • Education and training providers
  • Government
An Industry Reference Group will guide program delivery to ensure activities remain relevant, current and aligned with industry needs.

How you can get involved

Organisations and individuals can engage with the project in the following ways:

Industry

Industry can support resource development, share career insights, and participate in school engagement opportunities.

Schools and educators

Schools and educators can engage in structured interactions that inform career choices aligned to real-world energy careers.

Training providers

Training providers can partner with the project to strengthen pathway awareness and transitions.

Have questions or want to know more?