Event Highlights:
Join WiCS in welcoming our newest sponsor: Citadel Securities.
Citadel is one of the world's leading alternative investment firms, pursuing superior long-term returns for the world's preeminent public and private institutions. Citadel Securities is the next-generation capital markets firm, delivering critical liquidity and helping to shape the markets of tomorrow.
WiCS students are invited to join representatives from Citadel Securities to learn about Software Engineering opportunities. Food and swag will be provided for all attendees.
When – May 11th 11:30am – 1:00 PM
Where – DC 1304
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Are you seeking a co-op or full-time position this fall? Looking for feedback on how to improve your application and resume? Look no further! Come to the WiCS Resume Critique event, where recruiters and mentors from Meta will provide 1:1 feedback on how to improve your resume for tech applications.
This session is just 1:1 appointments (no presentation). So be sure to have a PDF of your resume and a device where you can screen share your screen.
When – May 12th 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Where – Zoom, a link will be emailed to you.
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The Social “Threatwork”: Connecting Women's Exclusion from STEM Social Networks to Implicit and Explicit Gender Stereotype
In recognition of International Women in Mathematics Day (May 12), Women in Math will host a talk by Dr. Hilary Bergsieker on: The Social “Threatwork”: Connecting Women's Exclusion from STEM Social Networks to Implicit and Explicit Gender Stereotype.
Drawing on social identity threat and structural hole theories, a series of studies assess social network dynamics that may limit women's full inclusion in STEM circles. This seminar even includes data from experiments with 1,065 Waterloo undergraduates enrolled in male-dominated STEM majors. The seminar will include a 45 minute talk followed by Q&A session with the speaker. Dr. Bergsieker is an excellent speaker and an expert on the underrepresentation of women in STEM. Don’t miss this talk!
All are welcome and remember to sign up through Tiketfi!
When – May 12th 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT
Where – MC 5501
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Join Zyngites in a fireside chat where you get a chance to learn more about the different aspects of gaming! Get an opportunity to network with mentors in gaming and tech related fields while enjoying a dinner provided by Burrito Boys!
When – May 17th 4:00 –5:30 PM
Where – DC 1304
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Join WiCS and Balyasny Asset Management (BAM) in a fireside chat with Micheale Taylor, Head Operations and Finance Technology (BAM). The fireside chat will be followed by a bubble tea reception with the BAM campus team! BAM is starting up a Toronto office in the fall (!), so come and learn more about co-op and full-time opportunities at BAM.
Bubble Tea will be provided by Machi Machi <3
When – May 24th 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Where – DC 1304
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Are you gearing up for technical interviews? Whether you’re interested in Software Engineering internships or full-time SWE roles, you may want to brush up on those technical interview skills. Join Googlers to practice mock questions and learn some tips & tricks to ace your interviews!
The session will start with a presentation by Google followed by breakout rooms for you to practice your interview skills!
When – May 30th 4:00 –5:30 PM
Where – Zoom, a link will be emailed to you.
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Join WiCS and Scotiabank for a workshop (and lunch!) on strategies and advice on putting your best foot forward when applying for jobs and landing your dream job.
When – June 2nd 11:30am-1:00pm
Where – DC 1302
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FLIGHT is a 2-week virtual summer camp that operates as an introduction to tech entrepreneurship for girls+ aged 13-18 who self-identify as Black and other underrepresented minorities. FLIGHT is organized by WiCS Outreach and BrainSTEM Alliance in partnership with the University of the West Indies.
This year FLIGHT will run from July 17 – 28th and WiCS is looking to recruit approximately 10 volunteers to support with:
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Coaching and mentoring teams of students online
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Support a one-day conference with industry speakers (Friday July 21st)
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Daily tech support
This is a great opportunity to build mentorship skills and add to your resume! We are looking for volunteers who are available ideally for the full duration of the camp, which runs daily from 10am – 4pm, but some flexibility with dates and timing is possible.
Sign up - To indicate your interest in volunteering please send an email to wicsoutreach@uwaterloo.ca
GHC is the world's largest technical conference for women in computing. Every year, women technologists and the best minds in computing convene to highlight the contributions of women to computing. The Anita Borg Institute co-presents GHC with the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM).
The conference provides exceptional networking and mentoring opportunities for attendees. Conference presenters are leaders in their respective fields, representing industry, academia and government. The conference also offers professional development through a variety of activities and workshops.
In 2023, we will be heading to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL for the Grace Hopper Celebration from September 26th - 30th. Read more about GHC’23 at https://ghc.anitab.org/.
Applicants must be on study term in Waterloo in Fall 2023.
Apply here! (applications close on May 26th)
CAN-CWiC is the premiere Canadian computing conference for women in technology. This annual event features networking, learning, sharing and mentoring. CAN-CWiC embodies the mission of encouraging curiosity and awareness for the digital innovations that change the community and world around us.
CAN-CWIC 2023 will be in Toronto October 20-21. WiCS will fund the participation of 20 Waterloo students – including registration fee for the conference, transportation from Waterloo, and hotel accommodation.
Hudson River Trading is thrilled to announce that they’re hosting a virtual tech summit on August 16, 2023! The summit aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of automated trading to underrepresented communities, specifically Black and Latinx candidates. Through talks and panels, attendees will get an inside look at what it’s like to work in quantitative finance, learn about the interesting technical problems we tackle on a daily basis, and get insights on how to land a job in this exciting field. Additionally, HRT has exclusive swag waiting for you!
While individuals from all underrepresented communities are welcome to express their interest in attending, please note that HRT is specifically encouraging those who identify as Black or Latinx to apply.
Attending this summit does not require prior knowledge of finance, only an interest in learning! If you’re interested in attending, please fill out THIS FORM and HRT will be in touch with registration information closer to the event.
The WiCS Study Room (DC 1350) is a place where WiCS students know they can meet and study with other WiCS students, making it easier for them to find like-minded peers and role models. As a secondary benefit, the room also serves as a space where WiCS students can take a short break from being in the minority.
To get the fob to the study room, you must fill out a request form for the access fob. The WiCS Event Coordinator will send you an email once it is ready for you to pick up!
Learn more about the WiCS Study Room on our website (https://uwaterloo.ca/women-in-computer-science/wics-study-room)
The WiCS Innovation Fund supports student-initiated activities such as hackathons, workshops, conferences, and much more, that support women and non-binary students in computing. WiCS will give out two awards worth $500 this fall, and another two in the winter!
If you’re interested, send an email to wics@uwaterloo.ca with an explanation of the use (e.g., organizing an event, attending a conference or hackathon) and what you will get out of attending. The Fund will sponsor future events only (not past events).
We hope to see you at one of our events!
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