Our history began in 1950 when a group of women courageously banded together to form the Society of Women Engineers. We channel their spirit and tenacity daily, and annually, we continue to build upon the tradition of women helping one another establish a voice and a path in the engineering world. During our annual conference, we bring together leaders, businesses, organizations, universities and innovators in the industry. You bring your enthusiasm, perspective and plenty of business cards. Everyone leaves with inspiration and a renewed sense of pride in the engineering profession. In addition to networking and professional development opportunities, attendees can expect to find and renew friendships while connecting with potential employers. Take three days to change the course of your personal history with a myriad of opportunities for growth and development.

More than 6,000 members from across the globe will join in a three-day educational celebration of all things engineering. There’s something for everyone at every stage of their career. Here are just a few of the reasons why WE13 can't be missed:

• Take your career to the next level with professional development opportunities
• Connect with like-minded SWE members from around the world
• Network with employers looking for applicants just like you at the Career Fair
• Celebrate at the revamped SWE Sweet Social
• Relax in the new Lava Lounge
• Experience sights, bites and nights in Baltimore by taking advantage of tours, eateries and activities
• Be inspired from our keynote speakers or by attending award banquets and the plenary sessions

Still not sure? Learn more about why WE13 is an investment for collegian and professional members.

Mark Your Calendar for WE14

WE14
Los Angeles, CA
October 23-25, 2014

Mark Your Calendar for WE15

WE15
Nashville, TN
October 22-24, 2015

Mark Your Calendar for WE16

WE16
Philadelphia, PA
October 27-29, 2016

2013 Region Conferences

For most SWE members, ongoing interaction with all that SWE offers happens at the Region and Section levels. SWE Regions offer a number of smaller, local versions of the SWE Annual Conference, where professional and collegiate members can gather to take part in workshops, networking, career fairs and local technical tou

For more information on general SWE region and section activities please contact the Director of Regions, Colleen Layman.

Sometimes being in a certain location at a certain time isn’t an option, or you may just want to re-visit a session/event that you experienced first-hand. SWE makes it easy to replay a number of keynotes, plenaries and a selection of some of the most popular professional development sessions from past WE conferences. Click on a link below to view virtual offerings from the following WE conferences:

Find a virtual session (choose "VIRTUAL" in the Track filter)

Smith College Executive Education — From Specialist to Strategist

When: June 3-8, 2012
Where: Smith College; Northampton, Massachusetts

This five-day strategic leadership program for women in science, technology and engineering features classes, seminars, panels with practitioners from a range of technical firms and corporations, a personal wellness program, as well as networking and coaching opportunities. Participants engage in informal sessions with guest speakers and women executives sharing candid practical strategies for how women can most effectively leverage their strengths to be top performers.

Away from the stresses of daily life on the beautiful Smith College campus, participants find a reflective mind/body/spirit approach to negotiating the critical work/life choices faced by all women today.

After the program, participants join a group of thousands of executive women, linked by e-newsletters, informative business teleforums, online networking capabilities and other services and resources.

Click here to learn more.