SWE-OC Events
SWE-OC offers a variety of events including professional development, technical and social. Click on the dates in the calendar below for more details. SWE-OC events are listed in green. Non SWE-OC events are listed in red.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
November Planning Meeting
Are you interested in getting involved with SWE-OC? We are hosting our monthly planning meeting where we plan future events. Dinner will be provided. If you're interested in a leadership position or volunteering for a committee, please complete the FY19 Leadership Interest Form at http://bit.ly/fy19-leadership-interest. Join us at the meeting to learn more about how our events come to life!
When: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: Irvine, CA
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swe-oc-october-planning-meeting-tickets-49963780011
Contact: Sally at president@swe-oc.org
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2OU7eUE
SWE-OC Technical Tour: Applied Medical
Applied Medical is dedicated to providing innovative products that improve patient outcomes and enable the advancement of minimally invasive surgery. As a new generation medical device company, Applied is equally committed to improving the affordability and accessibility of high-quality healthcare. In order to fulfill this commitment, they invest heavily in vertical integration, R&D, advanced manufacturing technologies, and the growth of their team members. The tour will last about 2 ½ hours and the tour guide will be taking the group to some of the manufacturing buildings. The clinical development team will also be conducting a Product Fair to go over the different products they manufacture and discuss how each product is used in a clinical setting.
When: Thursday, November 8th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Restrictions: Please wear comfortable shoes, as the tour does involve quite a bit of walking. There are no age or mobility restrictions. Photography and video is not allowed in production/manufacturing areas.
Contact: Selen at corporaterelations@swe-oc.org
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swe-oc-technical-tour-applied-medical-tickets-50576107499#tickets
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2ItWs55
Wine and Webinar: Why we have too few women leaders
Join us for a fun-filled and empowering Wine and Webinar! In this event we will be discussing why we have too few women leaders while evaluating a TED Talk presented by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and founder of Leanin.org. Ticket will cover wine, snacks, and a raffle ticket.
Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members
When: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mission Vijeo, CA
RSVP: http://bit.ly/2IV11Wn
Contact: Hauna at programs@swe-oc.org
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2A9waT0
Mark Your Calendar
SWE-OC 2018 Holiday Party - December 1, 2018
WE Local Baltimore - February 8-9, 2019
WE Local Tampa - February 15-16, 2019
WE Local St. Louis - March 1-2, 2019
WE Local Denver - March 15-16, 2019
WE Local Bellevue - April 5-6, 2019
Awards and Recognition Banquet - May 18, 2019
November Planning Meeting
Are you interested in getting involved with SWE-OC? We are hosting our monthly planning meeting where we plan future events. Dinner will be provided. If you're interested in a leadership position or volunteering for a committee, please complete the FY19 Leadership Interest Form at http://bit.ly/fy19-leadership-interest. Join us at the meeting to learn more about how our events come to life!
When: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: Irvine, CA
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swe-oc-october-planning-meeting-tickets-49963780011
Contact: Sally at president@swe-oc.org
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2OU7eUE
SWE-OC Technical Tour: Applied Medical
Applied Medical is dedicated to providing innovative products that improve patient outcomes and enable the advancement of minimally invasive surgery. As a new generation medical device company, Applied is equally committed to improving the affordability and accessibility of high-quality healthcare. In order to fulfill this commitment, they invest heavily in vertical integration, R&D, advanced manufacturing technologies, and the growth of their team members. The tour will last about 2 ½ hours and the tour guide will be taking the group to some of the manufacturing buildings. The clinical development team will also be conducting a Product Fair to go over the different products they manufacture and discuss how each product is used in a clinical setting.
When: Thursday, November 8th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Restrictions: Please wear comfortable shoes, as the tour does involve quite a bit of walking. There are no age or mobility restrictions. Photography and video is not allowed in production/manufacturing areas.
Contact: Selen at corporaterelations@swe-oc.org
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swe-oc-technical-tour-applied-medical-tickets-50576107499#tickets
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2ItWs55
Wine and Webinar: Why we have too few women leaders
Join us for a fun-filled and empowering Wine and Webinar! In this event we will be discussing why we have too few women leaders while evaluating a TED Talk presented by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and founder of Leanin.org. Ticket will cover wine, snacks, and a raffle ticket.
Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members
When: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mission Vijeo, CA
RSVP: http://bit.ly/2IV11Wn
Contact: Hauna at programs@swe-oc.org
Add to your Google Calendar: http://bit.ly/2A9waT0
Mark Your Calendar
SWE-OC 2018 Holiday Party - December 1, 2018
WE Local Baltimore - February 8-9, 2019
WE Local Tampa - February 15-16, 2019
WE Local St. Louis - March 1-2, 2019
WE Local Denver - March 15-16, 2019
WE Local Bellevue - April 5-6, 2019
Awards and Recognition Banquet - May 18, 2019
SWE Opportunities
FY19 Leadership Opportunities
The new SWE-OC year began on July 1, 2018, and volunteer opportunities are open! We are looking for people to help organize and plan the exciting events for FY19. The SWE-OC leadership consists of the Executive Council and Committee Chairs who meet once a month to discuss business and plan events. Volunteering for a position is fun, rewarding, and a great way to expand your leadership skills. The FY19 Org Chart and Officer and Committee Chair Manual (which details each position's responsibilities) are available for you to review. If you are interested in holding an officer or committee chair position for FY19, please fill out the interest form at http://bit.ly/fy19-leadership-interest.
Contact: Laura at nominating@swe-oc.org
I am with SWE
Renew your SWE membership today! SWE provides the opportunity to network with engineers in diverse industries, develop leadership skills, and connect with a community of women who empower each other. You can find SWE membership renewal instructions here.
SWE-OC Seeking A Girl Scouts Chair
SWE-OC has a wonderful opportunity to become our Girl Scouts Chair. No Girl Scout experience needed - only a passion to encourage girls to become future engineers! The Girl Scout Chair is responsible for organizing and/or delegating all aspects of the ½ Day Girl Scout Engineering Workshop that presents lectures and activities to help local girl scouts earn their engineering merit badge.
Contact: Laura at nominating@swe-oc.org
The new SWE-OC year began on July 1, 2018, and volunteer opportunities are open! We are looking for people to help organize and plan the exciting events for FY19. The SWE-OC leadership consists of the Executive Council and Committee Chairs who meet once a month to discuss business and plan events. Volunteering for a position is fun, rewarding, and a great way to expand your leadership skills. The FY19 Org Chart and Officer and Committee Chair Manual (which details each position's responsibilities) are available for you to review. If you are interested in holding an officer or committee chair position for FY19, please fill out the interest form at http://bit.ly/fy19-leadership-interest.
Contact: Laura at nominating@swe-oc.org
I am with SWE
Renew your SWE membership today! SWE provides the opportunity to network with engineers in diverse industries, develop leadership skills, and connect with a community of women who empower each other. You can find SWE membership renewal instructions here.
SWE-OC Seeking A Girl Scouts Chair
SWE-OC has a wonderful opportunity to become our Girl Scouts Chair. No Girl Scout experience needed - only a passion to encourage girls to become future engineers! The Girl Scout Chair is responsible for organizing and/or delegating all aspects of the ½ Day Girl Scout Engineering Workshop that presents lectures and activities to help local girl scouts earn their engineering merit badge.
Contact: Laura at nominating@swe-oc.org
External Outreach Opportunities
Advancing Women in Technology Wine Tasting & Scholarship Fundraiser
Join in the celebration on Thursday, November 15 as we recognize this year’s scholarship recipients and our 2018 Rising Women and Outstanding Executives in Technology. Enjoy wine tasting, a light dinner, a fantastic silent auction, and networking with our tech community.
When: Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Where: Celebrations by Turnip Rose
1901 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/advancing-women-in-technology-awt-17th-annual-wine-tasting-scholarship-fundraiser-tickets-48974033653
Irvine Unified School District Seeking Volunteers
Irvine Unified School District's S.T.E.M. department hosts four events throughout the school year: Ask-A-Scientist/Engineer Night, 21st Century Career Conference, Astounding Inventions and our district Science Fair. These events are in partnership with Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF). If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering as a scientist or engineer for any of these events please fill out this form IUSD STEM Events Volunteer Registration. A STEM background is required.
Contact: Ani at ani.20101388@gmail.com
FIRST Robotics Competition: Seeking Mentors
Volunteers power FIRST at every level, impacting more than 400,000 young people around the world each year. Whatever your expertise, FIRST has a volunteer opportunity for you. Whether you have a few weekend hours, the desire to mentor a team for a season, or want to work behind the scenes to help FIRST grow, opportunities abound for people who want to give back - helping to change lives, change our culture, and change the future.
Questions or Comments: mentorcoach@firstinspires.org
More Information: https://www.firstinspires.org/mentors-and-coaches
Join in the celebration on Thursday, November 15 as we recognize this year’s scholarship recipients and our 2018 Rising Women and Outstanding Executives in Technology. Enjoy wine tasting, a light dinner, a fantastic silent auction, and networking with our tech community.
When: Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Where: Celebrations by Turnip Rose
1901 Newport Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/advancing-women-in-technology-awt-17th-annual-wine-tasting-scholarship-fundraiser-tickets-48974033653
Irvine Unified School District Seeking Volunteers
Irvine Unified School District's S.T.E.M. department hosts four events throughout the school year: Ask-A-Scientist/Engineer Night, 21st Century Career Conference, Astounding Inventions and our district Science Fair. These events are in partnership with Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF). If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering as a scientist or engineer for any of these events please fill out this form IUSD STEM Events Volunteer Registration. A STEM background is required.
Contact: Ani at ani.20101388@gmail.com
FIRST Robotics Competition: Seeking Mentors
Volunteers power FIRST at every level, impacting more than 400,000 young people around the world each year. Whatever your expertise, FIRST has a volunteer opportunity for you. Whether you have a few weekend hours, the desire to mentor a team for a season, or want to work behind the scenes to help FIRST grow, opportunities abound for people who want to give back - helping to change lives, change our culture, and change the future.
Questions or Comments: mentorcoach@firstinspires.org
More Information: https://www.firstinspires.org/mentors-and-coaches
Job Opportunities
Avocet Environmental, Inc. – Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer
Avocet is growing and looking for an experienced civil engineer who can lead a team working on a variety of civil design and environmental remediation projects. Applicants should be experienced in design and the preparation of construction drawings and documents for landfills, potable water supply and treatment systems, wastewater treatment systems, and horizontal infrastructure. The ideal candidate will also be able to support in-house environmental site characterization projects and peer review reports and correspondence prepared by others. Other responsibilities will include mentoring junior staff, preparing proposals, helping promote and market the company, and helping maintain the high standards the company has already established.
Learn more and apply at: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/job/8f694d08
Avocet is growing and looking for an experienced civil engineer who can lead a team working on a variety of civil design and environmental remediation projects. Applicants should be experienced in design and the preparation of construction drawings and documents for landfills, potable water supply and treatment systems, wastewater treatment systems, and horizontal infrastructure. The ideal candidate will also be able to support in-house environmental site characterization projects and peer review reports and correspondence prepared by others. Other responsibilities will include mentoring junior staff, preparing proposals, helping promote and market the company, and helping maintain the high standards the company has already established.
Learn more and apply at: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/job/8f694d08