Kickstart your geospatial career in 2027
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?
The next round of applications for the Esri Young Scholar Award opens Q4 2026.
Applications are now closed. The next round will commence in late 2026.
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 Esri User Conference Map Gallery.
*Terms and conditions apply - based on availability and other criteria
For more information on how to apply, contact our Education Team.
Meet the 2026 EYSA winner
Lucy Hughes from James Cook University was awarded the winning place for her project: Constructed Seascapes: Understanding Fishtrap Construction, Use, Condition and Futures in the Wellesley Islands Region, Gulf of Carpentaria.
Explore past EYSA projects
See the past projects from previous EYSA winners.
Long-term Changes in Mangrove Distribution and Its Response to Anthropogenic Impacts
EYSA 2025 winner Thuong Tran's project, Long-term Changes in Mangrove Distribution and Its Response to Anthropogenic Impacts, explores critical environmental changes and their relationship with human activities.
Predictive Modelling of Urban Heat Island Effects: A Global Analysis of 216 Cities Using Machine Learning Techniques
EYSA 2024 winner Glenn Kong's project, Predictive Modelling of Urban Heat Island Effects: A Global Analysis of 216 Cities Using Machine Learning Techniques, harnesses machine learning to predict urban heat islands and empower city planners to tackle global climate challenges.
Towards Urban Green Equity in Australia - Developing Australia Urban Green Space Equality Dashboard
EYSA 2023 winner Zih-Hong Li's project, Towards Urban Green Equity in Australia – Developing Australia’s Urban Green Space Equality Dashboard, aims to direct decision-makers to ensure equal access to green spaces that will benefit all urban residents, and work to promote physical and mental health.
