September Newsletter 2024

Hello WiCS!

Welcome to the beginning of the Fall ‘24 term! We have a lot of great stuff planned this month and we hope to see you there!

Overview of what September looks like:

Meta Resume Critique Event (Online) - 10th September

Technical Interview Prep with Bloomberg – 11th September

Introduction to Algorithmic Trading with HRT – 13th September

Amazon Robotics Day: In-person Employer Information System & Hackathon – September 27th

Careers in Hardware Technologies by Apple (WiCS x WiE) - 30th September

Expression of Interest for WiCS funding to attend CAN-CWiC – Deadline: September 18th

WWIN Innovation Project – Deadline: 30th September

Develop at Ubisoft Mentorship Program – Applications are open: September 16th – 27th

September & Consent Week with SVPRO – September 16th – 20th

Volunteers Needed for Girlsmarts4tech

WiCS Study Room (request your fob!)

WiCS Feedback Form

Meta Resume Critique Event (Online)

Are you preparing to submit applications for co-op or full-time positions? Seeking expert feedback to enhance your resume and application? Join us at the Resume Critique event (online), where experienced recruiters and mentors from Meta will offer invaluable advice on structuring your resume for tech roles.

Date: September 10, 2024, Tuesday

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: Online, Zoom

Event Highlights:

Introductions and presentation

Personalized 1-on-1 feedback from Meta mentors

Tips and strategies for crafting a standout resume

Guidance on tailoring your application for tech position

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from industry professionals and boost your chances of landing your dream job!

Technical Interview Prep with Bloomberg

Are you looking to refine your interview skills before upcoming co-op interviews? Bloomberg and WiCS are here to help! Join us for an informative session on How to Prepare for Technical Interviews, presented by Bloomberg. Learn about what to expect and prepare at every stage of the process. Including the week before, the day before, the day of, during, and after the interview.

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: DC 1302
Lunch will be provided.

The Bloomberg industry professions are here to answer your questions, and help you ace your next technical interview!

Introduction to Algorithmic Trading with HRT

Join us for an exciting and informative event hosted by Hudson River Trading (HRT) and Women in Computer Science (WiCS)! This event is open to all University of Waterloo students.

What to Expect:

Engaging Presentation: Learn about the fascinating world of algorithmic trading from the experts at HRT.

Interactive Discussions: Dive into the intricacies of algorithmic trading and explore how it shapes the financial markets.

Q&A Session: Get your questions answered by HRT professionals.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded peers and industry professionals.

Food and Fun: Enjoy delicious food and a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Date: September 13, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Lunch will be provided.

Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with professionals in the field. Register now to secure your spot!

Amazon Robotics Day: In-Person Employer Session & Hackathon

Employer Session: Amazon Robotics will be on campus on Friday, September 27th, 2024, looking to engage with bright minds at the University of Waterloo! They will be hosting a one-hour Tech Talk, where they will discuss some of the projects they are working on at AR as well as what the day of a typical AR Engineer looks like. Additionally, there will be an Interview Tips session, where you can get an idea of the structure of Amazon interviews! After lunch, there will be a chance for you to connect with women who are building robots and next-gen work cells at AR.

Date: September 27, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: QNC 0101, University of Waterloo

Hackathon: Join Amazon for an hour of innovation, where you’ll collaborate with your peers, tackle exciting challenges, and compete for awesome prizes. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, this is your chance to dive into the world of Amazon Robotics and connect with Waterloo Alumni!

Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location: QNC 0100, University of Waterloo

WiCS x WiE x Apple Presents Careers in Hardware Technologies

WiCS and WiE invite you to an exclusive session with Apple focusing on Careers in Hardware Technologies. This event presents a unique opportunity to delve into the fields of hardware technology, hear from distinguished engineers, gain valuable insights into career paths, and explore the latest industry trends.

Date: September 30, 2024

Time: 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM

Location: E7 1427, University of Waterloo

Don’t miss this chance to expand your knowledge, network with experts, and discover exciting career opportunities in hardware technologies. We look forward to seeing you there!

Expression of Interest for WiCS funding to attend CAN-CWiC

CAN-CWiC is getting ready again to welcome students to the 14th celebration of Women in Computing Conference! This conference provides an opportunity for attendees to connect with and learn from leading tech innovators and continues to redefine the technology ecosystem for women and non-binary technologists. This annual event features networking, learning, sharing and mentoring.

WiCS is providing free registration to 30 students (giving priority to students who are not receiving WiCS funds to attend GHC).

Deadline to apply: September 18th, 2024

Date: October 25 – 26, 2024

Location: York University

Apply: Here!

WWIN Innovation Project

Do you have an interesting idea for how to improve the campus experience for women+ in the Faculty of Math? Maybe you want to mentor and connect with local youth? Maybe you want to host a guest speaker? Whatever your idea is, if it helps to build community for women+ at Waterloo we want to hear from you! This year, there is $3500 to grant to students, faculty and staff interested in supporting gender diversity in the Faculty of Math.

Deadline to apply: September 30, 2024

For more details and to apply, click HERE!

Develop at Ubisoft Mentorship Program

Ubisoft Toronto is excited to bring back Develop at Ubisoft (DAU) 2024 – 2025! This program is focused on fostering emerging talent, who identify as women, transgender, non-binary, and/or Two-Spirit.

In this program, students will have the chance to tap into talented mentors' expertise and work on a video game-related project. They will receive regular feedback and dedicated support to help them enhance their skills and bring their project to life. Mentees will also get the opportunity to network with each other and Ubisoft Experts.

Applications are open: September 16th, 2024 – September 27th, 2024

For more details and to apply, click HERE!

September & Consent Week with SVPRO

This September, SVPRO is pleased to spotlight Consent Week, circulate new resources, and share exciting initiatives. It is an opportunity for campus community members to meaningfully engage in conversations and initiatives centered on consent, boundaries, healthy relationships, and the prevalence of sexual and gender-based violence. We all have a role to play in shaping and advancing a consent culture on campus, in our everyday lives, and beyond.

Consent week intentionally encourages us to:

Normalize dialogue about consent – both in our sexual and everyday interactions.

Model and practice consent – embed consent in daily practices, and across different settings and relationships.

Enhance understandings of consent and boundaries.

Explore how to best engage in healthy, positive, and respectful relationships with each other.

Share information about on and off campus supports, services, and programming

Fall Consent Week: September 16th, 2024 – September 20th, 2024

To know more about the initiatives being taken & how you can get involved, click HERE!

Volunteers Needed for Girlsmarts4tech

To know more about the program, click HERE!

Date: October 19th, 2024

Available Shifts: Morning Shift (8 am – 12:30 pm), Afternoon Shift (12:30 pm – 4:30 pm)

Send an email to wicsoutreach@uwaterloo.ca with your preferred shift.

Food will be provided!

WiCS Study Room

The WiCS Study Room, located in DC 3150, is a designated space for WiCS students to connect, collaborate, and study. It offers a supportive environment and an opportunity to engage with peers and role models.

Fob Access (Fall 2024): To gain access to the study room for the Fall 2024 term, please complete the fob request form linked below. The WiCS Event Coordinator will inform you via email when your fob is ready for pickup.

Note: Fobs will be available after the second week of classes.

Apply: Here!

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Smridhi Bawa

WiCS Event Coordinator Co-op

Women in Computer Science

University of Waterloo 