Kickstart your geospatial career in 2025

The Esri Young Scholar Award program recognises the exemplary work in geospatial science of graduate and undergraduate students and celebrates their excellence, innovation, and creativity in the application of GIS technology to solve real-world challenges. 

Each year, one lucky Australian student will get an opportunity to gain valuable industry experience, exposure to the geospatial sector, and a global platform to showcase their work.

Are you ready to advance your GIS career?

Meet the 2025 EYSA winner

Prizes

The first-place winner will receive a prize package including: 

  • A paid internship with Esri Australia.
  • An award and a certificate recognising their achievement.  
  • A 12-month ArcGIS for Personal Use licence
  • Having their work featured on the global stage at the 2025 Esri User Conference Map Gallery.

*Terms and conditions apply - based on availability and other criteria

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If you missed out or weren’t successful this time, no worries at all. The next round for EYSA 2026 will open in November 2025.
Keep an eye on this space, we look forward to seeing you next time.

For more information, contact our Education Team.

Previous winners

Glenn Kong
Glenn Kong
GIS Consultant | Esri Young Scholar Winner 2024
 Esri Australia, Brisbane
A life-long learner with a passion for geographical systems.
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Zih-Hong Lin
Esri Young Scholar Award Winner 2023
 Researcher, University of New South Wales
PhD Candidate and aspiring GIS professional.
Esri Young Scholar Award Winner 2022
Jamie Simpson
Esri Young Scholar Award Winner 2021
 Conducting research for the University of Sydney

Judges

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Jennah Williams
Science & Education Manager
 Esri Australia, Brisbane
Helping the next generation of Earth advocates sharpen their STEM skills and prepare for the challenges ahead.
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Tibo Torche
Talent Acquisition Lead
 Esri Australia & Esri South Asia Groups, Sunshine Coast
Implementing and developing best practice recruitment and talent acquisition across Esri Australia and South Asia Groups.
Yvette Bevis
Yvette Bevis
Service Innovation Lead, Managed Services
 Esri Australia, Brisbane
Passionate about sharing the value of location intelligence and providing spatial consulting expertise.
Betty Moinet
Betty Moinet
Client Success Manager
 Esri Australia, Brisbane
By applying the principles of leadership, planning and problem solving, Betty ensures councils and businesses leverage location intelligence to meet the needs of the future.

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