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NextGen @ IMARC

Apply for a NextGen Leaders Pass

NextGen @ IMARC

Apply for a NextGen Leaders Pass

NextGen @ IMARC

Apply for a NextGen Leaders Pass

Three impactful programs

Connecting Industry and the Future Workforce

At Beacon Events, we are dedicated to fostering the connection between industry and the future workforce

We recognise the significance of encouraging the next generation to actively engage with the mining and resources sector throughout their educational and skills training journey. Our NextGen Program is designed to inspire our future workforce, facilitate career pathways, and promote talent retention within the mining and resources sector.

IMARC's NextGen Program actively engages students of all educational levels, young leaders, universities, and organisations at Australia's largest mining event. The Program is in partnership with industry organisations’ AREEA, CoRE Learning Foundation, Australian Earth Science Education and the NSW Minerals Council.

If you're a full-time undergraduate, graduate, apprentice, trainee, or new professional (with less than five years in a mining-related role), you can apply for a complimentary NextGen Leaders Pass. Companies with students or graduates in their teams are also encouraged to get involved.

*PhD students and university employees can register for a Delegate Pass or Expo Pass

This year, Parramatta West Public School proudly participated for the first time in the Bright Future STEM Program. Our students met inspiring STEM role models who shared real-world insights into engineering, including its applications in mining and mine rehabilitation.

Students also took part in exciting hands-on activities such as Snap Circuits, Dr Eureka, Turning Tumble, Gravitrax, and a popular VR experience, which encouraged teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

A major highlight was visiting the Mining Expo during the International Mining Conference, where students explored cutting-edge technology and even sat inside an impressively large mining truck prototype.

The experience greatly boosted students’ confidence and enthusiasm for future STEM careers. It was an unforgettable opportunity to connect directly with industry professionals and learn about exciting, real-world STEM careers.

Thank you for taking us on this incredibly inspiring STEM journey!

Parramatta West Public School Students and Staff

NextGen Leaders

The NextGen Leaders Program is a dynamic three-day experience for over 200 undergraduate students, graduates, trainees, and apprentices in mining and resources-related fields. Participants receive an all-access pass to IMARC's full conference, exhibition, and networking events - plus an exclusive NextGen Program. This includes tailored conference sessions, speed networking with Austmine, daily check-ins at the AusIMM booth, and guided exhibition floor walks designed to help emerging professionals get the most out of IMARC.

NextGen Senior

In 2025 on Wednesday, October 22, the NextGen Senior Program featured two groups: Resources Engagement Day: 100 Year 9 NSW students, with support from CoRE Learning Foundation and NSW Minerals Council and Earth and Environmental Science @ IMARC: 60 Year 11/12 students in partnership with Australian Earth Science Education.

Both groups heard from industry leaders, explored the exhibition floor, and visited the CoRE Gamification Zone - sponsored by Newmont and featuring Minecraft-based Earth science learning.

NextGen Junior

In 2025 on Thursday, October 23, over 200 Year 4 and 5 students from Sydney schools attended the NextGen Junior Program with AREEA Bright Future STEM. Activities included hands-on STEM stations, Role Model Talks from graduates, and guided walks of the IMARC exhibition.

Students received a tote bag of exhibitor goodies and gained early exposure to the mining industry at Australia’s largest resources event.

Shape the future of our industry

NextGen sponsorship opportunities at IMARC

Becoming an IMARC NextGen sponsor helps us support the facilitation and attendance of all three Programs at IMARC. Your investment goes towards the passes and attendance of undergraduates and graduates for our Leaders Program, as well as the facilitation and transport for our Senior and Junior Programs. By sponsoring our NextGen Program, you benefit from branded recognition, direct engagement with students, access to emerging talent, heightened brand visibility, and the opportunity to showcase your social responsibility and impact.

Introducing the

NextGen Leaders Award

The IMARC NextGen Leaders Award will celebrate an emerging voice in mining—an undergraduate, graduate, or young professional from our pool of NextGen Leader attendees. Nominations will open soon, and candidates will be invited to nominate themselves or be nominated by others.

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Don't just take our word for it,

Testimonials from NextGen program participants

There’s lots of structured panels, opportunities to meet lots of different people and learn from them and take advice from them. It’s the best thing you could ask for as a student. Absolutely do it. If you have the opportunity, take it with both hands.

Anika Paul, Mechanical Engineering Student & Management Student, University of Western Australia

It’s a wonderful opportunity to see what the mining industry is about, where the newest tech is coming from, and meet other people especially industry professionals who have walked the same pathways as me.

Celine Gironda, Mining Engineering Student, University of New South Wales

IMARC is a fabulous opportunity for students to come along, connecting the next generation to industry.

Claire Chakrabarti, STEM Program Manager, Austmine

I’m still early in my journey as a second-year civil engineering student, and I’m all in on learning and contributing. I value guidance from leaders who invest in emerging talent… Grateful to IMARC for the platform and to the teams on the floor for welcoming the next generation.

Arshia Farshchi Sharif, Civil Engineering Student, University of Technology Sydney

I didn’t expect my first IMARC to involve chairing a session on decarbonisation, but I’m grateful it did. Through the NextGen Leaders program, we had the opportunity to engage with the wider community and be part of some of IMARC’s signature events... Despite this being my first industry event of this scale, I highly look forward to continue learning and engaging with many more in the future!

Sherman Yuen, Mechanical Engineering Student, University of Queensland