Free Work Experience

SheHacksSwift

A free 3-day program where high school girls and non-binary students learn Swift and build their own apps for Apple devices. Next up: Sydney, 12–14 January 2027.

Sydney — 12–14 January 2027

Email hello@girlgeekacademy.com with “SheHacksSwift 2027” in the subject line, plus your name, school and year level.

High school girls laughing together at their computers during a Girl Geek Academy program

How it works

Day 1

Introductions & Kickoff

Meet your team, Swift refresher, and project kickoff.

Day 2

Build & Collaborate

Collaborative coding, skill-building workshops and mentorship.

Day 3

App Prep & Celebration

Polish your app, present to the group and celebrate your work.

What you need to know

  • Cost: Free
  • Who: High school girls and non-binary students
  • Hours: 9:30am–4:00pm each day
  • Bring: One device (Mac, iPad or iPhone) and your lunch
  • Pre-work: Online workshops before the event to get you ready

No prior coding experience needed — just enthusiasm for technology and a willingness to build something new.

Sydney

12–14 January 2027

Past supporters

  • Swift
  • RMIT University

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience with Swift or coding?

No prior experience is required. Pre-work online workshops will get you ready before Day 1.

What do I need to bring?

One device per participant (Mac, iPad or iPhone), your lunch, and a willingness to learn!

What are the hours?

Sessions run 9:30am–4:00pm each day.

Who can apply?

High school aged girls and non-binary students in Australia.

Are you a teacher or parent?

Share this page with the girl geeks you know. For questions, or to bring SheHacksSwift to your school or city, email hello@girlgeekacademy.com.