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
10 AUG
GSOC 2019 Volunteer Conference
WHERE: Chapman University, 1 University Dr, Orange, CA 92866
WHEN: August 10, 2019 10 AM - 3 PM
07-09 NOV
WE19
WE19 is THE WORLD'S LARGEST CONFERENCE AND CAREER FAIR FOR WOMEN IN ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY. The Society of Women Engineers is gearing up to host our WE19 Annual Conference in Anaheim, California, in November of 2019. Registration is now open!
When: November 7-9, 2019
Where: Anaheim, CA
Website: https://we19.swe.org/
Mark Your Calendar
WE Local San Diego, January 31-February 1, 2020
WE Local Salt Lake City, February 7-8, 2020
WE Local Raleigh, February 21-22, 2020
WE Local Buffalo, March 27-28, 2020
WE Local Des Moines, April 17-18, 2020
10 AUG
GSOC 2019 Volunteer Conference
WHERE: Chapman University, 1 University Dr, Orange, CA 92866
WHEN: August 10, 2019 10 AM - 3 PM
07-09 NOV
WE19
WE19 is THE WORLD'S LARGEST CONFERENCE AND CAREER FAIR FOR WOMEN IN ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY. The Society of Women Engineers is gearing up to host our WE19 Annual Conference in Anaheim, California, in November of 2019. Registration is now open!
When: November 7-9, 2019
Where: Anaheim, CA
Website: https://we19.swe.org/
Mark Your Calendar
WE Local San Diego, January 31-February 1, 2020
WE Local Salt Lake City, February 7-8, 2020
WE Local Raleigh, February 21-22, 2020
WE Local Buffalo, March 27-28, 2020
WE Local Des Moines, April 17-18, 2020
SWE Opportunities
SWENext Northrop Grumman Community Award
Eligible: Grades 9, 10, and 11
What you have to do: Create a poster that answers the questions: How do we get more female middle school and high school students involved with STEM? How do we encourage these students to stick with STEM as they plan for college?
What you can win: Participation in the Community Award poster presentation where the winners will present their posters to middle school girls, parents, educators, and professional engineers; participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Deadline: September 23rd (This has a rolling acceptance for up to 25 students starting as early as late May, so apply early!)
Link to Benefits and Application: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/58459-Society-Of-Women-Engineers
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
SWENext Global Innovator Award
Eligible: Grade 12
What you have to do: Answer four short essay questions and create a video that is less than three minutes long
What you can win: All expense paid trip to Anaheim CA for you and a chaperone; recognition at the SWE Awards Banquet; participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Deadline: September 1st (Up to six winners will be announced by September 13th)
Link to Benefits and Application: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/58444-Society-Of-Women-Engineers
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
Learn How to Be A Leader at the SWENext High School Leadership Academy!
Take the next step into leadership with SWE!
The SWENext High School Leadership Academy (SHLA) is a two-day program taking place at the Annual SWE Conference in Anaheim, California on November 8 and 9, 2019. The program provides high school students with leadership training, college advice, and the opportunity to experience the SWE community first-hand.
(*Note: Awards/Club Challenge applicants do not need to apply to SHLA through this application. This application is for those interested in attending the Leadership Academy but not interested in applying for the awards.)
Eligible: High school students who identify as female
What you have to do: Tell us about your STEM activities and leadership roles
What you can win: Participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
We still need a few volunteer leads for WE19!
WE19, the world’s largest conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology, will be held right here in Anaheim, November 7 - 9, 2019. Brought to you by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), WE19 will give you inspiring and invaluable ways to connect, discover career opportunities and pursue professional development. The Orange County section (SWE-OC) is the local host section and is responsible for managing volunteers at WE19. Please consider becoming a volunteer lead! If you are interested, please fill out our interest form to help the Local Host Committee gauge interest and availability. Included in the form are brief descriptions of the lead volunteer positions available. You will be contacted by the Local Host Committee before assignments are made.SIGN UP HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/AbaeEJI0e4j0jq4r1
Contact: Paola Chavira and Nadia Bess, WE19 Local Host Committee Chairs
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.
Eligible: Grades 9, 10, and 11
What you have to do: Create a poster that answers the questions: How do we get more female middle school and high school students involved with STEM? How do we encourage these students to stick with STEM as they plan for college?
What you can win: Participation in the Community Award poster presentation where the winners will present their posters to middle school girls, parents, educators, and professional engineers; participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Deadline: September 23rd (This has a rolling acceptance for up to 25 students starting as early as late May, so apply early!)
Link to Benefits and Application: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/58459-Society-Of-Women-Engineers
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
SWENext Global Innovator Award
Eligible: Grade 12
What you have to do: Answer four short essay questions and create a video that is less than three minutes long
What you can win: All expense paid trip to Anaheim CA for you and a chaperone; recognition at the SWE Awards Banquet; participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Deadline: September 1st (Up to six winners will be announced by September 13th)
Link to Benefits and Application: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/58444-Society-Of-Women-Engineers
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
Learn How to Be A Leader at the SWENext High School Leadership Academy!
Take the next step into leadership with SWE!
The SWENext High School Leadership Academy (SHLA) is a two-day program taking place at the Annual SWE Conference in Anaheim, California on November 8 and 9, 2019. The program provides high school students with leadership training, college advice, and the opportunity to experience the SWE community first-hand.
(*Note: Awards/Club Challenge applicants do not need to apply to SHLA through this application. This application is for those interested in attending the Leadership Academy but not interested in applying for the awards.)
Eligible: High school students who identify as female
What you have to do: Tell us about your STEM activities and leadership roles
What you can win: Participation in the SWENext High School Leadership Academy and Invent It. Build It.
Questions? Please send them sabrena.lopez@swe.org.
We still need a few volunteer leads for WE19!
WE19, the world’s largest conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology, will be held right here in Anaheim, November 7 - 9, 2019. Brought to you by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), WE19 will give you inspiring and invaluable ways to connect, discover career opportunities and pursue professional development. The Orange County section (SWE-OC) is the local host section and is responsible for managing volunteers at WE19. Please consider becoming a volunteer lead! If you are interested, please fill out our interest form to help the Local Host Committee gauge interest and availability. Included in the form are brief descriptions of the lead volunteer positions available. You will be contacted by the Local Host Committee before assignments are made.SIGN UP HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/AbaeEJI0e4j0jq4r1
Contact: Paola Chavira and Nadia Bess, WE19 Local Host Committee Chairs
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.
External Outreach Opportunities
OC 2019 Volunteer Conference - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
This conference brings together more than 500 Girl Scout volunteers from across Orange County to participate in workshops, idea-sharing and networking. Exhibitors are able to meet volunteers in-person and share their organization’s mission and services throughout the day.If you are able to join SWE-OC at the 2019 GSOC Volunteer Conference.
Please email me, Natalie White, at president@swe-oc.org and let me know you're coming! You MUST email me to get a parking pass and a map of the campus! So do it today!
I will arrive early to set up the table and fliers that I've created, but I need people to join me so I'm not by myself! Even if you can only come for an hour or two, come represent SWE Orange County and talk to local Girl Scout leaders about our outreach events, SWENext, and women in STEM careers!
WHERE: Chapman University, 1 University Dr, Orange, CA 92866
WHEN: Saturday, August 10
Annual Mars Rover & Society Expo
WHAT: 8th Annual Mars Rover Updates & Professional Society Expo!
WHEN: Sat, Sept 21, 2019, from 11am to 5pm+
WHERE: Northrop-Grumman's S-Cafe, Redondo Beach (Usual Venue!) (just off 405 Fwy)
FREE: Parking, Admission, Exhibitor's Lunch & Exhibit Tables!
This conference brings together more than 500 Girl Scout volunteers from across Orange County to participate in workshops, idea-sharing and networking. Exhibitors are able to meet volunteers in-person and share their organization’s mission and services throughout the day.If you are able to join SWE-OC at the 2019 GSOC Volunteer Conference.
Please email me, Natalie White, at president@swe-oc.org and let me know you're coming! You MUST email me to get a parking pass and a map of the campus! So do it today!
I will arrive early to set up the table and fliers that I've created, but I need people to join me so I'm not by myself! Even if you can only come for an hour or two, come represent SWE Orange County and talk to local Girl Scout leaders about our outreach events, SWENext, and women in STEM careers!
WHERE: Chapman University, 1 University Dr, Orange, CA 92866
WHEN: Saturday, August 10
- Setup: 8:45 AM
- Attendees visit tables: 10 AM - 3 PM
- Bring a lunch if you'll be joining me the whole time
Annual Mars Rover & Society Expo
WHAT: 8th Annual Mars Rover Updates & Professional Society Expo!
WHEN: Sat, Sept 21, 2019, from 11am to 5pm+
WHERE: Northrop-Grumman's S-Cafe, Redondo Beach (Usual Venue!) (just off 405 Fwy)
FREE: Parking, Admission, Exhibitor's Lunch & Exhibit Tables!
Job Opportunities
Have a job opening at your company? Email the details to president@swe-oc.org and we'll include it in our SWEekly emails!