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Our Jacobs Engineering Award Sponsors

Hosted by the Business Liaison Association (BLA) in partnership with local schools and community stakeholders in Cairns, North Queensland.

The Business Liaison Association extends its sincere appreciation to Jacobs Engineering for their valued sponsorship of the Jacobs Engineering Award.

Through their ongoing support, we continue to strengthen pathways between education, training, and employment, empowering the next generation of students and future professionals across Far North Queensland.

Overview

The Jacobs Engineering Awards recognise the excellence of Year 11 & 12 students in the Far North Queensland region who demonstrate outstanding capability in engineering design, problem-solving, and innovation.

These awards celebrate students who exhibit a solutions-oriented mindset, strong analytical thinking, and a commitment to pursuing further study in engineering or a closely related field at the tertiary level.

Through engagement with real-world engineering challenges, the competition encourages students to develop practical and theoretical skills while strengthening connections between schools, industry, and higher education pathways.

Conditions of Entry

Schools may nominate Year 11 & Year 12 students studying ATAR Engineering who demonstrate strong academic performance and a clear interest in pursuing engineering at a tertiary level.

To be eligible, students must:

Be enrolled in Year 11 or 12 ATAR Engineering.
Be currently studying within Cairns or the Far North Queensland region.
Achieve a B grade or higher in school-based assessments in the relevant subject area.
Demonstrate a clear interest in pursuing a degree in engineering or a closely related field.

To be considered for the Jacobs Engineering Awards, students must complete the following:

Engineering Project

Students must design and develop a physical and/or virtual prototype that provides an engineered solution to a civil structural problem.
Alongside the prototype, students must prepare a portfolio that communicates the engineering design process and proposed solution to a specified client.
Students must also submit a written statement outlining their achievements, interests, and future aspirations in the field of engineering.

Judging Interview

Shortlisted students may be required to attend an interview with the judging panel. Students must be available to participate if selected.

Prize & Bursaries

First Place $1000

Second Place $700

Encouragement Awards (x2) $300

Please note: Final prize amounts may vary from those listed above, depending on sponsorship contributions and the number of applicants.

Closing Date: Friday 31st July, 2026

Downloads

1. Jacobs Engineering Award.pdf

For more details, please contact the coordinator shown below:

Coordinator: Craig Hovell

Email: chovell@cns.catholic.edu.au

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