Events

Women in Engineering has partnered with Autocate, a company aiming to increase exposure of women to the automotive field through fun and engaging workshop delivery. Participants will learn the basics of automobile care and maintenance through hands-on workshops delivered by women-identifying professionals. You can learn more about Autocate through their website: https://autocate.ca/

No car experience is necessary! Dinner will be provided.

Open to girls and non-binary youth in Grade 9-12, and to University students

Date: September 25th
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: SSDC

We are thrilled to invite you to our Round Table with WiE Leaders! Join us for insightful discussions with two UW professors and two industry professionals from different engineering areas, who will share their stories and perspectives on Career Development and Leadership. Snacks and refreshments provided! Please register in advance to guarantee your spot. 

Date: Friday, September 27th
Time: 12pm-1:30pm
Location: E5-6111

Panelists: 
Andrea Scott, Ph.D. -Associate professor - Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering.

Jane Ravenshaw, MASc, P.Eng.-President, One-two-five Inc. 

Sandra Poole, MASc, P.Eng. -Chief Operating Officer, Mythic Therapeutics 

Sirisha Rambhatla, Ph.D.  -Assistant Professor – Department of Management Science and Engineering 

Click this event to learn more about our panellists and to register.

Join us for a sit-down lunch with panel presentations and free-for-all networking! This is your chance to connect with industry professionals, ask questions, and gain insights on what’s next in engineering.

🗓️ September 28th
⏰ 11:30am - 1:30pm
📍 PSE 2nd Floor Event Space

Space is limited! If you register and can no longer attend, please contact us at s4white@uwaterloo.ca as soon as possible. Thank you!

This event is open to all genders. Free admission.

Join us for an exciting and informative session on Careers in Hardware with Apple!   

This joint event is hosted by Women in Computer Science and Women in Engineering. 

Date: September 30th

Time: 6:15pm-8:00pm

Location: PSE-1427

Guest Speakers: 
Alma Juarez (MMath ’05 PhD’ 12 Computer Science), Formal Verification Engineer 

Mohamed Abu-Rahma (PhD ’09 ECE), Senior Manager at Apple 

Yildiz Sinangil, Machine Learning Platform Architect 

Pizza will be provided (Halal, Vegetarian, and Vegan Options available). 

Join the Women in Engineering undergraduate committee for a fun night painting Halloween themed ceramics! Themed snacks and drinks will be provided.

Date: Monday, October 28th

Time: 5pm-7pm

Location: PSE-1331

Space is limited so register now!

Attention, Engineering Students! 🚀  
The Women in Engineering (WiE) Graduate Committee is excited to announce our upcoming Career Fair! This is a unique opportunity to network with leading companies and attend insightful speaker sessions focused on career growth/opportunities in engineering. Whether you're exploring internship opportunities, seeking full-time roles, or simply interested in learning more about the industry, this event is for you!

📅 Date: October 30th, 2024  
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST  
📍 Location: PSE Events Space (Second floor)

✨ Participating Companies:  

-GHD

-Blackwell

-Definity

-Ontario Power Generation (OPG)

-Fermi Solutions

-Stantec

-SLR Consulting

-Hydro One

-ABB

-Toyota

-Brock Solutions

-ATS

This is your chance to make valuable connections, explore diverse career paths, and meet potential employers - plus, enjoy some free snacks and swag! 🍴🛍
 
👉 Registration is limited subject to availability of swag.

You are welcome to drop-by even if the registration capacity is met!

Join us for a one-day hackathon designed to empower women and non-binary students in tech!

📍 PSE
📅 November 16th
🕒 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Food and prizes available!

• Are you a current student looking for your next Summer 2025, Fall 2025 or Winter 2026 co-op?

• Are you returning to school upon completion of your work term?

• Interested in learning more about the health and tech industry?

• Want to crack the code on how to best to position yourself for an interview?

Look no further, PointClickCare, in partnership with WiE will be hosting a WiE Wednesday on a Tuesday, where they will share more information around their company, recruitment timelines and some tips and tricks around how to make your application stand out. You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from experts around how best to interview and what managers look for in an application. Dinner will be included, and you’ll have the chance to network with industry experts. You won’t want to miss out!

Date: Tuesday, January 14th

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Location: PSE-1427

Space is limited so register now to secure your spot!

Kick off the Winter 2025 term with pizza, a photobooth, games, and networking with other Women in Engineering! 

Date: Thursday, January 23rd

Time: 4pm-6pm

Location: PSE Faculty Hall (7303)

Do you want to know more about life as an engineer at BRP?

WIE and Bombardier Recreational Product (BRP) invite you to meet 2 women engineers during an interactive panel discussion! You will get to meet a Waterloo alumni, now mechanical engineer, a Moroccan data analyst (former telecom engineer) as well as speak with a BRP recruiter.
It is your opportunity to network with professionals, exchange on internships and job opportunities as well as explore the role of women and allies in engineering. Free lunch will be provided for those who register in advance!

Date: Thursday, January 30th
Time: 11:45am to 1:15pm
Location: PSE 1427

If you love adventure, BRP is your destination!