The Society of Women Engineers: North Carolina State University
Who Are We?
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE), founded in 1950, is a not-for-profit educational and service organization. SWE is a driving force that establishes engineering as a highly desirable career aspiration for women. SWE empowers women to succeed and advance in those aspirations and be recognized for their life-changing contributions and achievements as engineers and leaders.
Our Mission
- Stimulate women to achieve their full potential
- Expand the image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life
- Demonstrate the value of diversity
- Encourage and support other women as they pursue their careers
What We Do
- Networking and career related events with company sponsors
- Outreach and fundraising events within the Raleigh community
- Attend annual conference to interact with employers and SWE members from all over the country
- Provide a local collegiate network for students in engineering
Benefits of Membership
- Build skills useful for your career
- Network with company representatives and SWE members
- Get advice from successful women in industry
- Gain information about your career path options (industry, graduate school, etc.)
- Make friends and have fun!
