National Indigenous Business Summer School

National Indigenous Business Summer School immersive Camp

Marni Wingku

The Adelaide Business School, in partnership with Aboriginal Education at Adelaide University, is proud to offer an exciting free program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students in Years 10, 11 and 12.

This unique initiative is designed for students interested in business, entrepreneurship and leadership, providing opportunities to develop skills, explore pathways, and connect with inspiring role models and fellow students.

Held on Kaurna Land on the University’s North Terrace Campus, this immersive camp invites high school students to take part in dynamic activities and hands-on workshops and experiences. Students will broaden their horizons, explore the vibrant city of Adelaide and get a true taste of life at Adelaide University.

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Students will also benefit from mentoring from Jacob Milla ‘J-Milla’. Poppy Nichaloff, Zaacharia Fielding and Daniel Motlop.

This initiative is co-sponsored by the Australian Business Deans Council.

  • What’s the cost?

    The program is 100% free including transport to and from Adelaide.

  • Why apply?

    This is a FREE, life changing opportunity!

    • All costs related to travel, accommodation and meals are covered
    • Receive ongoing support – participants can join the Karnkanthi Indigenous Education Program which supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through their senior school years and helps prepare them for university by building on their personal, academic and cultural strengths. 
    • Attendees will stay at a hotel in close proximity to the University’s North Terrace campus.
    • There will be networking opportunities with the other

  • Who can apply?

    Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students in Year 10, 11 or 12 interested in business, entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, leadership or further study at university.

  • What are the dates?

    The program runs from Sunday 11 to Friday 16 January 2026. Students will travel to Adelaide on the Sunday and return home at the end of the week.

    Places are limited – apply now to secure your spot in this transformative program.

Applications are closed on: 16 November 2025

Successful applicants will be notified on 21 November 2025

To apply, please fill in the web form

Student Application form

To apply you will need to fill in the webform and provide a character reference from an adult (principle, teacher, youth group leader, manager from work or a sporting coach).

Character Reference form

You will also need to gain consent from your parent or guardian.

Parent / Guardian consent form

For more information, visit: nibss.com.au

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