I2N Startups @ School

startups at school

I2N Startups @ School presentations and workshops provide year 9-10 students a unique opportunity to explore and discover entrepreneurship. Presented by leading I2N Startup founders, we inspire a future generation to reimagine what they can achieve in their career.

Program Information

We are offering two presentation formats:

  • 30-minute presentation (ideal for school assemblies)
  • 60-minute workshop (ideal for classrooms)

Each program will feature one I2N Startup founder who, through sharing their story, will give the students a first-hand insight into the life of an entrepreneur.

*Please note this program is currently only available for students within Newcastle, the Hunter Region and Central Coast.

Register your interest I2N Startups @ School

Any year 9 and 10 students at a Hunter, and Central Coast Schools, who are deciding what types of career profession or degree to pursue.

  • 20-70 (per session) if hosted at University of Newcastle's I2N Hub Honeysuckle
  • 20 - 200 if hosted at your school.

30 minute presentations (ideal for school assemblies), 60 minute workshop (ideal for classrooms). Each features at least one startup founder sharing their own experiences.


Why I2N?

The University of Newcastle's I2N works with individuals and organisations from across the Hunter region and beyond to turn ideas and challenges into opportunities. As a leading driver of economic and business growth, the I2N cultivates entrepreneurial mindsets behind many of the region's most innovative businesses and leaders.

Our programs are more than theory. They are about action and equipping you with practical tools and strategies necessary to have an immediate impact on your innovation journey.