Epiroc Women in Mining Scholarshop
We are no longer taking applications for this scholarship
The Epiroc Women in Mining Scholarship offers an incredible opportunity valued at approximately $5,000, along with additional paid work experience and allowances, empowering recipients to thrive in their mining careers!
Championing Women in STEM
Epiroc has a long-standing tradition of innovation dating back to 1873 and a strong presence in Australia since 1950. For 53 years, Epiroc and AusIMM have been committed to supporting emerging mining professionals through scholarships, which have evolved into the Epiroc Women in Mining (EWIM) Scholarship, recognising the crucial shift towards increasing representation and support for women in mining.
Applications for the 2025 Epiroc Women in Mining Scholarship are now closed
This scholarshop, available to women currently enrolled at a Western Australian university who display an interest in the future of the resources industry and promoting women in STEM is now closed.
The 2025 recipient will receive a range of incredible benefits, including:
- Women in Mining Ambassador Role
- Become the 2025 Epiroc Women in Mining Ambassador
- 2 VIP invites to AusIMM’s International Women’s Day Official Launch Event in Perth, 23 October 2024
- 2 VIP tickets to AusIMM’s International Women’s Day Event in Perth, 8 March 2024 (Valued at $380)
- Receive a platform to help celebrate and support women in STEM and mining.
- Financial Support
- A $2,000 Visa gift card to help support your studies and interests.
- Paid Work Experience
- Option of paid work experience with Epiroc on a real project or in a agile practical work setting.
- Site Tour Experience
- Opportunity to participate an overnight FIFO experience to an active mine site, gaining first-hand insights into operations and industry practices.
- Opportunity to participate in a tour of the Epiroc Perth workshop and facilities.
- Professional Development
- Complimentary delegate registration to one AusIMM technical conference of choice during 2025 (valued at $1,848).
- Industry Recognition
- Invitation to the AusIMM Awards recognising outstanding professional achievements, where the scholarship recipient will receive an official trophy marking their accomplishment.
- Networking Opportunities
- Exclusive invitation to attend New Professional Networking events in Perth throughout 2025
✔ Women in Mining Ambassador Role
Become the 2025 Epiroc Women in Mining Ambassador and receive two VIP tickets to AusIMM’s International Women’s Day Official Launch Event, as well as two VIP tickets to AusIMM’s International Women’s Day Event, so you can bring a friend and celebrate together!
✔ Financial Benefits
Receive a $2,000 Visa gift card to support your studies and interests, along with the option to undertake paid work experience with Epiroc on a real project or in an agile practical work setting.
✔ Site Tour Experience
Receive the opportunity to participate in an overnight FIFO experience to an active mine site, including allowances, flights, and other related expenses, gaining firsthand insights into operations and industry practices. Additionally, you will have the chance to tour the Epiroc Perth workshop and facilities.
✔ Professional Development
Receive a complimentary delegate registration to one AusIMM technical conference of your choice during 2025 (valued at $1,848) as part of your professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for students who may not have attended a technical conference before to gain valuable insights and exposure to the industry on a global scale.
✔ Industry Recognition
Receive an invitation to the AusIMM Awards recognising outstanding professional achievements, where the scholarship recipient will be awarded an official trophy to commemorate their accomplishment. Be among the best in mining and be inspired by the achievements of others in the industry.
✔ Networking Opportunities
Receive an exclusive invitation to attend New Professional Networking events in Perth for free throughout 2025, including keynote presentations, panel discussions, and community-building events. Network with industry peers, business leaders, and experts in a relaxed setting.
Applications for the 2025 Epiroc Women in Mining Scholarship are now closed
Scholarship Resources
Why apply?
Scholarship guidelines
Open to female university students in STEM related studies, living and studying in Western Australia.
Applicants must AusIMM Student Members
Not an AusIMM Student Member? EWIM applicants can join free today, use code Student2024 at checkout.
2025 Recipient - Jasmine Bentink
Jasmin, a second-year Bachelor of Environmental Science student at the University of Western Australia, specialises in Environmental Science and Management with aspirations to pursue a master's degree.
Her passion for environmental stewardship and the mining industry was ignited during her internship at BHP and further nurtured through a mentoring relationship with Rio Tinto as a scholar.
Jasmin is a student member of AusIMM, actively engaging in UWA student chapter events and is to be a WA representative for the IMARC 2024 NextGen Leaders program.
Growing up in a regional area, Jasmin's environmental passion was kindled early, driving her academic and professional pursuits. She aspires to work in mine closure and rehabilitation upon graduation, combining her love for the environment with the mining industry's needs.
As an AusIMM Epiroc Women in Mining Scholarship recipient, Jasmin looks forward to sharing her experiences and inspiring others to pursue mining careers.
Congratulations Jasmine Bentink, we are thrilled to have you as our 2025 Epiroc Women in Mining scholarshop recipient and look forward to seeing you succeed in your mining career and become a leader of change.
Past recipients
- 2024: Jasmine Gill, Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Western Australia
- 2023: Jacqueline Harding, Masters of Professional Engineering, specialising in Mining Read bio >>
- 2022: Lauren Harding, Bachelor of Science and Mechanical Engineering, University of Western Australia Read article >>
- 2020: Josephine Liantono, Bachelor of Science in Economics and Mining Engineering, University of Western Australia
- 2019: Marten Hunt, Bachelor or Mining Engineering, University of Wollongong
- 2018: Not awarded
- 2017: Emma Guerini, Bachelor of Mining Engineering and Geology, University of Western Australia
- 2016: Ashleigh Walsh, Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours), University of Adelaide
- 2015: Rahel Abebe, Bachelor of Mining Engineering (Honours), Federation University – view paper.
- 2014: Russell Brooks, Bachelor of Engineering (Mining), University of Adelaide – view paper.
- 2013: Emma Beattie, Bachelor of Geology, James Cook University – view paper
- 2012: Christopher Brunero, Bachelor of Engineering (Mining and Environmental) (Honours) (Deans Scholar), University of Wollongong – view paper.
- 2011: Kathryn Serjeantson, Bachelor of Mining Engineering, University of New South Wales – view paper.
- 2010: Nathan Campbell, Bachelor of Mining Engineering, Curtin University (WASM) – view paper.
- 2009: Michael Webb-Martin, Bachelor of Mining Engineering and Finance, Curtin University (WASM) – view paper.
- 2008: Kiri Bunker, Bachelor of Mining Engineering, University of New South Wales – view paper.
- 2007: Megan Clasberg, Bachelor of Mining Engineering, University of New South Wales – view paper.
- 2006: Jack MacDiarmid, Bachelor of Mining Engineering, University of Queensland – view paper.