ITALY 2025

For the 2025 edition, Mission ÉTSplore will take off to Italy, a country renowned for its rich technological, industrial, and cultural heritage. Over the course of two weeks, a group of ÉTS engineering students will have the opportunity to visit innovative companies, discover new engineering practices, and proudly represent Québec on the international stage.

For the first time, the mission will be accompanied by the Québec Government Office in Rome, a collaboration that will strengthen our ties with local stakeholders while further enhancing the visibility of Québec engineering abroad.

Take a look at the itinerary for Mission ÉTSplore 2025!
Our journey will take us through three of Italy’s most iconic cities: Milan, Rome, and Bologna. These strategic destinations will allow us to visit internationally renowned companies and explore the heart of innovation in engineering.

The image below offers a glimpse of the cities we’ll explore, along with the logos of the organizations that will be welcoming us. Each visit is a unique opportunity for our members to engage with industry professionals, discover cutting-edge technologies, and proudly represent Québec on the international stage.

Take a quick look at our journey through Italy!
This short animation showcases the route Mission ÉTSplore 2025 will follow as our team travels through Milan, Bologna, Rome, and more. Follow the little car as it moves across the map to visualize the path we’ll take during our industrial visits and professional meetings.

International engineering experience

Since 2012, ÉTSplore (formerly “Les Missions Technologiques LÉTSGO”) has allowed more than 108 undergraduate and graduate engineering students from the École de technologie supérieure to experience an annual cultural and technological immersion abroad.

The selected students stand out for their interest in engineering on an international scale, as well as for their understanding of the role and responsibilities of engineers in society.

Partners

Partners Gold

École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) is a component of the Université du Québec network, specializing in applied engineering teaching and research and technology transfer. ÉTS trains engineers and researchers recognized for their practical and innovative approach. Since its creation, it has maintained a unique partnership with the business community and industry, with both large companies and SMEs. Through its mission focused on applied engineering and its close ties with organizations, ÉTS stands out for its practical and innovative approach.

Partners Silver

Clover Bijoux is a valued partner in the ÉTSplore mission. Founded by two passionate young women, Clover Bijoux embodies the deep values of hard work, love, and mutual support. Their expertise in creating unique and refined jewelry allows us to shine at our events. Thanks to their commitment to quality craftsmanship and their passion for innovation, Clover Bijoux embodies elegance and creativity. We are honored to have them by our side and look forward to continuing to create memorable moments together.

Desjardins once again supports the ÉTSplore mission. As the largest financial cooperative in North America, Desjardins is committed to improving the economic and social well-being of individuals and communities. Through an integrated cooperative network of secure and profitable financial services, as well as complementary financial businesses, Desjardins promotes education in democracy, the economy, solidarity, and individual and collective responsibility. We are honored by their continued support and commitment to our mission.

The Fondation de l’Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec supports ÉTSplore by promoting excellence in engineering. Their commitment to the education and professional development of engineers contributes to our mission of training innovative leaders. With their support, we can offer unique opportunities and inspire the next generation of engineers. We are honored by their partnership and look forward to continuing to grow together.

Discover the team responsible
for organizing this edition!

Ayoub Oukal

Construction Engineering / Project Management

Those who know Chiara can attest to her unwavering passion for traveling abroad. Since a young age, she has had the opportunity to explore numerous countries, which has allowed her to develop a deep appreciation for diverse cultures, traditions, and languages, as well as a broad open-mindedness. Her journey also led her to study at the “Politecnico di Milano” in Italy for six months, an experience that pushed her out of her comfort zone but turned out to be exceptionally enriching.
Did you know that Chiara has already participated in the ÉTSplore mission (formerly called “LÉTS GO Technological Missions”)? Indeed, she was selected for the France 2022 edition. Her first experience in this mission gives her a distinct advantage, and she will be able to provide considerable support to the new team as a mentor.

With a natural curiosity, Chiara has always been fascinated by the construction of civil engineering works. This passion led her to pursue a technical diploma in civil engineering at CEGEP, and later, she chose to continue her university studies in construction engineering, which she will complete in April 2024. Driven by a strong spirit of cooperation, Chiara has been involved in many volunteer activities throughout her academic journey, including mentoring other students. Additionally, she expresses her creativity by having been a singer in the student club “MusiquÉTS” and a dancer in the “ÉTS Dance” club.

By participating in the ÉTSplore trip to the United Kingdom, Chiara aims to deepen her knowledge in her field of study while building professional connections that will be valuable for her future career.

Florent Le Gac

Construction Engineering / Project Management

Those who know Chiara can attest to her enduring passion for traveling abroad. Since a young age, she has had the opportunity to explore many countries, which has allowed her to develop a deep appreciation for diverse cultures, traditions, and languages, as well as a broad open-mindedness. Her journey also led her to study at the “Politecnico di Milano” in Italy for six months, an experience that pushed her outside of her comfort zone but turned out to be exceptionally enriching.
Did you know that Chiara has already participated in the ÉTSplore mission (formerly known as “LÉTS GO Technological Missions”)? Indeed, she was selected for the France 2022 edition. Her first experience with this mission gives her an advantage, and she will be able to offer substantial support to the new team as a mentor.

With a natural curiosity, Chiara has always been captivated by the construction of civil engineering works. This led her to pursue a technical diploma in civil engineering at CEGEP, and later, she decided to continue her university studies in construction engineering, which she will complete in April 2024. Guided by a strong spirit of collaboration, Chiara has been involved in numerous volunteer activities throughout her academic career, including mentoring other students. Additionally, she expresses her creativity by having been a singer in the student club “MusiquÉTS” and a dancer in the “ÉTS Dance” club.

By participating in the ÉTSplore trip to the United Kingdom, Chiara hopes to deepen her knowledge in her field of study while establishing professional connections that will be valuable for her future career.