LASTEST UPDATE ▪️ COMPETITION INFORMATION
EngineerGirl has launched a new competition format for 2026
EngineerGirl Writing Contest
EngineerGirl Writing Contest invites students to combine visual and written expression. Submit an artwork along with a short artist’s statement explaining how it reflects engineering’s impact.
Interested in the competition?
Competition Overview
Students grades 3-12 worldwide
Eligibility
Free
Entry Fee
February 1, 2026, 11:59 PM ET.
Submission Deadline
May 1, 2026
Winners Announcement
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Competition Details
1. Competition Overview
The EngineerGirl Writing Contest invites students to use art to showcase how engineers create a better world. This competition encourages combining engineering design thinking with artistic expression, emphasizing visual storytelling and creative problem-solving. Students will participate in one of the competition categories (based on US grade cateogries):
- Elementary School Students – Grades 3-5
- Middle School Students – Grades 6-8
- High School Students – Grades 9-12
2. Judging
Submissions will be judged by a panel of volunteers, including professionals from various engineering fields. They will ensure that submissions meet all basic rules and evaluate them based on the following criteria:
- Thematic Accuracy/Message
- Perspective
- Creativity
- Engineering Design Process
- Understanding of the Role of Engineering
- Writing and Communication
3. Prizes
Winners in each grade category will receive the prizes listed below:
- First-place winners will be awarded $1,000.
- Second-place entries will be awarded $750.
- Third-place entries will be awarded $500.
Winning entries, along with Honorable Mention entries, will be published on the EngineerGirl website.
Submission Requirements
1. Submission Details
Submissions must include:
- A two-dimensional artwork in any medium.
- A written artist’s statement explaining how the artwork reflects engineering contributions.
2. General Guidelines
- One entry per participant in one category only.
- Work must be original and by a single author.
- Do not include personally identifying information in text or images.
