Meet us at the Endeavour Exhibition and discover, design and research projects developed by our engineering and IT final year students.
Wednesday 22 May
Starting at 11.00am - 3.30pm
Superfloor, Melbourne Connect,
University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, 3052
Do you have an interest in engineering and IT? Want to see what tomorrow’s technology will bring? Join us at Endeavour, where you’ll discover engineering and IT for the future!
Hosted by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology ( FEIT ), members of the public, industry and government are encouraged to attend. Endeavour Exhibition showcase our final-year engineering and IT student projects, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet the next generation of engineers and IT professionals.
Throughout the year, our students work in collaboration with government and industry on these projects to solve real-world challenges. The Endeavour Exhibition Semester 1 showcases these projects, offering a unique opportunity for our students to demonstrate their engineering and IT capabilities.
With more than 150 diverse engineering and IT projects on display, members of the public, industry and current students are invited to attend.
Key dates and information
Learn about the key dates and other important information on the Endeavour Exhibition Semester 1.
The exhibition will consist of three parts:
Endeavour Exhibition Semester 1
Industry Viewing (Endeavour students and invited guests only)
Endeavour Awards Night (Endeavour students and invited guests only)
How everyone can get involved in 2024!
We welcome the public to play a special part in Endeavour and help us select the winners of the People’s Choice Award.
Vote for the Endeavour ‘People’s Choice’ award
Nominate your favourite project at the exhibition for the Endeavour ‘People’s Choice’ award. Voting will take place during the Endeavour Exhibition, Wednesday 22 May.
Winners of all Endeavour awards will be presented at the Endeavour Awards Night at 7:30pm AEST, Wednesday 22 May.
Volunteer
Not presenting at the Endeavour Exhibition, but still want to get involved? Become an Endeavour Volunteer!
The Endeavour Exhibition is The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology’s flagship event held annually to showcase our Engineering and IT final year student projects.
By becoming an Endeavour Exhibition Volunteer, you will learn new skills, connect with new people and gain insight into the innovative world of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. This is also an amazing opportunity for future FEIT final year students to gain insight into your future as an Endeavour Exhibitor!
As a volunteer, you will assist with the set-up of project student displays and assist with exhibition day support of the Endeavour Events Team.
Melbourne Plus Program
Be recognised with Melbourne Plus and receive the Community Engagement digital credential for volunteering at the Endeavour Exhibition. Volunteer for at least 10 hours to be eligible.
Keep an eye out in your student newsletter for information about applications, which will open on Friday, 15 March 2024.
Past winners
Endeavour Exhibition 2023 Semester 2 winners
Endeavour highlights
Endeavour wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our industry sponsors, partners and donors – we thank you for your continued support.
We would also like to thank the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) Foundation for their continued support of Endeavour.
Endeavour is the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology FEIT’s celebration of student innovation and thinking and has grown to be one of the largest annual events held at the University of Melbourne.
The event exhibits over 150 graduate group projects, showcasing the students' approach to engineering and IT challenges of today to create a smarter future.
Since the inception of Endeavour in 2010 it has drawn visitors from industry, high schools, the media and the general public. The exhibition continues to attract both undergraduate and graduate students in attendance to view the inspiring creations from their peers.
Award Sponsors are provided with the opportunity to support the advancement of the profession by awarding funds to high performing student projects.
Endeavour provides you with a unique opportunity to:
- Engage with student talent and leverage for potential graduate recruitment outcomes
- Participate in brand exposure opportunities
- Foster and strengthen university connections
- Network with industry and student attendees in the evening of the exhibition
Sponsors
Fnd out what it's like to be a part of Endeavour. You would work with industry partners - and some groups have even gone on to start their own businesses.
Calling all volunteers! Applications are now open for the Endeavour Exhibition volunteer program.
As a volunteer, you can help us coordinate the event to make sure that our student projects get the attention they deserve. The event attracts industry representatives, academia, the student body and members of the public giving you the chance to connect with the broad engineering and IT community.
Applications are closing at 11:59pm on Friday 5 April! Click below to submit your expression of interest.
Melbourne Plus
Be recognised with Melbourne Plus and receive the Community Engagement digital credential.
Gain at least 10 volunteering hours to add a credential to your Melbourne Plus program.
Role description
As an Endeavour Volunteer, you'll be required to assist with pre-event set up and the on-the-day support of the Endeavour Exhibition. During the Exhibition, you'll assist at the Exhibition spaces, with audience greetings and questions, the judging schedule and direction as well as support the event's promotional and marketing activities.
Why apply?
- Involvement in one of the largest engineering events in Victoria with behind the scenes experience
- Gain useful individual and professional skills including teamwork, collaboration and communication
- Gain leadership experience and skills development
- Certificate of recognition
- Beneficial for your CV
- Opportunity to network with final year students, academics and industry representatives
- Receive an Endeavour branded t-shirt.
Time commitment
As a volunteer, you’ll be required at Melbourne Connect for the full day depending on the roster and availability.
All volunteers must participate in the briefing session to be considered for the role of Endeavour Volunteer.
The briefing session will provide you with all the information you need before the day and what you'll need to do.
Responsibilities
Tasks will be allocated based on your abilities but you'll have the chance to complete an Expression of Interest form to give preferences for the type of role you would like.
Responsibilities include:
- Bump-in and set up prior to event start time
- Setting up posters and directional signage on the day
- Assisting with volunteer sign in/sign out and staffing
- Instagram takeovers: showcase the event for our online channels
- Be Ann Droid! Or escort our mascot around the venue
- Help manage attendees
- Other duties as required.