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Students - Take advantage of all that the SWE National Conference has to offer you!

Career Fair Whether you are planning for a permanent position after graduation or seeking an internship, SWE's Career Fair has the best opportunities in engineering and technology.

Networking From the pioneers who blazed the paths for women in engineering, to practicing engineers and engineering managers, to fellow students - the SWE National Conference is filled with opportunities to meet and be inspired by astounding women.

Development Included in a compelling set of workshops and seminars open to all conference participants are sessions targeted especially for students as you plan your career transitions.

Career Guidance Learn about opportunities to inspire K-12 girls.

Competitions Compete for fame and prizes in these traditional SWE favorites.

Career Resource Center Access to technology is as close as the Career Resource Center.

SWE Business Participate in defining the direction and priorities of SWE through the SWE Business meetings.

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Networking

Welcome to Milwaukee, The Genuine American City Reception

Wednesday, 10/13, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Join us for refreshments at the Milwaukee Hilton to kick off the conference. Learn about the kaleidoscope of cultures and the rich history that influence an eclectic array of restaurants, art galleries, museums and performance art in Milwaukee. You’ll learn that within a short walk you can find everything from great food to the world-renowned Milwaukee Art Museum, the first Santiago Calatrava-designed building in the United States.

Student Welcome Break

Thursday, 10/14, 12:00-12:45 p.m.

Grab a snack and meet other students before attending the Student Region Meetings

Networking Night

Thursday, 10/14, 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Combine fun, food and networking at this exciting event. Hosted by leading employers, a series of themed hospitality suites will give you a chance to network with fellow student members, professionals and company representatives.

Student Ideas Exchange and Leadership Luncheon

Sponsored by Northrop Grumman Corporation

Price: $10.00 Students ONLY

Saturday, 10/16, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Learn from Northrop Grumman executives how to develop your leadership skills, share ideas with your fellow students and enjoy lunch.

Student Movie Night

Friday, 10/15, 8:00-11:30 p.m.

The student sections of Marquette University Milwaukee School of Engineering and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invite you to attend a drama, comedy or action film on their campuses. The movies will be announced and sign-up will occur at the volunteer table near registration. Transportation will be provided – just bring money for popcorn!

Coffee Shoppe

Sponsored by Ford Motor Company

Join us for complimentary coffee and snacks on selected times during the conference, courtesy of Ford Motor Company.

SWE Business

Student Region Meetings

Student Region Meetings Thursday, 10/14, 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Joint Region Meetings Thursday, 10/14, 2:30–3:30 p.m.

The official business meeting of the SWE Student Regions will be followed by a joint meeting with the SWE professionals.

Membership Breakfast

Saturday, 10/16, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Special student price: $20

Following breakfast will be the official business meeting of the membership of SWE. Space will also be available for those who wish to attend the business meeting without attending the breakfast.

Career Guidance

Explore Engineering with Raytheon

Sponsored by Raytheon Company

Thursday, 10/14, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Introduce the next generation to engineering, science and technology through interactive events. If you would like to volunteer in this traditional outreach event, click here

Career Guidance Fair

Saturday, 10/16, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

One-stop shopping for the best ideas, programs and relationships that you can use in your section’s career guidance and K-12 outreach programs. Take advantage of this forum to quickly find and learn about the most successful career guidance programs.

Career Resources Center

Wednesday, 10/13 – Saturday, 10/16

Sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company

With computers, printers, and Internet access this is the place to make the last minute enhancement to your résumé or check your email.

 

Competitions

Technical Presentation Competition

Sponsored by IBM Corporation and Rockwell Automation

Practice: Thursday, 10/14, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Competition: Friday, 10/15, 1:00-5:00 p.m.

After winning the Technical Paper Regional Competition for the best written technical paper (and receiving a travel stipend to the conference), the regional finalists will compete in the Technical Presentation Competition. Cheer on your region’s representative as she presents her original research or work with an application in engineering. First, second and third place national winners will receive $1500, $1000, and $750 prizes. All regional winners will receive a ticket to the Awards Banquet courtesy of IBM.

Team Tech Competition

Sponsored by The Boeing Company

Practice: Thursday, 10/14, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Competition: Friday, 10/15, 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

The Team Tech Competition was introduced in 1992 by The Boeing Company to emphasize the key role of teamwork and interface with industry. Join the cheering and fun as teams ranging from four to 12 students, and representing at least three engineering disciplines, compete for prizes of $5000, $2500, and $1250 for first, second, and third place.

SME Bowl

Sponsored by Exxon Mobil Corporation

Competition: Saturday, 10/16, 1:15-5:15 p.m.

To claim the title of Subject Matter Expert and win cash prizes, student teams representing the 10 SWE regions answer engineering and SWE-related questions. Team sign up will occur during the Student Region Meetings. Test your knowledge or just cheer on your region’s team. Individuals on winning teams receive $100, $75, $50 for first, second and third place as well as prizes of $2,000, $1,500 and $1,000 for their respective regions.