Job Description

The Youi Student Grant

At Youi, we do things a bit differently.

We take a 'you-shaped' approach with everything we do. From providing home insurance and car insurance that could be just right for your situation, to providing opportunities if you're a student looking for a chance to showcase your ideas.

That’s why we’re once again backing students with unique skillsets, perspectives and experiences – and who think just as differently as we do.

Sound like you? Read on to learn more about the Youi Student Grant.

About the grant

To showcase your skills, you'll be required to write an essay of up to 1,000 words about a specific topic, and we’ll also ask you to include answers to discussion questions within your analysis.

The Youi Student Grant is offered to one person, with a value of AUD $5,000 in total, and is paid as a one-time payment to the winner.

Essay Question

Please provide statement in 1000 words or less explaining why receiving this grant would be beneficial to you and why you should be considered for the award.

Essay Length

Maximum of 1,000 words

Discussion questions to include in essay

• Challenges you’ve overcome
  Discuss any obstacles you’ve faced in pursuing your education or career goals, such as financial constraints, personal circumstances, balancing study with work, or other barriers. Reflect on how these experiences have shaped your resilience, determination, and future aspirations.
• Contributions you plan to make
  Explain how your studies, experiences, or future plans will enable you to contribute positively to your community, chosen field, or broader society. This could include applying your skills, sharing knowledge, or creating meaningful impact in your area of interest.
• Academic or professional achievements
  Highlight key achievements that demonstrate your commitment to your studies or career development. This may include academic results, extracurricular involvement, leadership roles, work experience, or other accomplishments that reflect your dedication and potential.
• Impact of the grant
  Describe how the grant will support your educational or professional journey. This could include helping cover study-related expenses, reducing financial pressure, enabling you to focus on your goals, or providing opportunities that will support your growth and future success.

How to apply

Essay responses must be a maximum of 1,000 words, in Arial font size 11 with double line spacing and saved as a PDF document with the name of the applicant and the essay title included in the document name.

Applications must be submitted by clicking on the apply now button.

Applications must include:

• Your response to the Entry Task in the Correct Format.

• Confirmation that you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia

• The name of your institution of study, name and length of the course you are studying and the year of study you are in.

Please refer to the 2026 Youi Student Grant T&Cs here for more information about eligibility criteria and the selection process.

The Grant recipient will also be required to supply identification confirming name, date of birth and residential address as well as evidence supporting the above items.

Applications Close 5:00pm AEST on Friday 27 November 2026