SWE Next Wake County
Society of Women Engineers
Wake County Chapter STEM Events
Join us for engineering workshops, online STEM sessions, and educational events. All events are conducted per guidelines set by SWE Next Global Organization.
Upcoming Local Events
Hack NC State 2026
February 14-15, 2026 - NC State's premier 24-hour hackathon! Teams of 2-4 students collaborate to build innovative projects. 100% free with catering, t-shirt, and workshops. Open to all university students!
North Carolina Science Festival 2026
April 1-30, 2026 - Month-long celebration with 500+ statewide science events! Hands-on activities, demonstrations, and educational events for all ages across NC. Find events near you!
Upcoming Global SWENext Events
Built For You: Everyday Engineering That Shapes Your World
Time: 7–8 p.m. CT
Discover the impacts of engineering on your daily life! This session discusses unconscious bias within engineering and how to build skills to achieve your career goals. Gain insights from industry leaders!
Register NowOvercoming Imposter Syndrome
Time: 7–8 p.m. CT
Learn strategies for identifying imposter syndrome and discover ways to fight thoughts of "I'm not good enough" and "I don't deserve this." This interactive session includes Q&A with the speaker. Build your confidence!
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More SHLA Events Coming Soon!
Check the SHLA website regularly for new sessions on career insights, leadership skills, and engineering topics. New events are added throughout the year!
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Young Tech Professionals Network Info Session
December 11, 2025 - Learned how YTPN supports emerging tech leaders through curated programming, professional development, and peer connections in NC's tech community.
Building Self-Advocacy Skills
November 19, 2025 - SHLA Session: Learn essential skills for speaking up and advocating for yourself in academic and professional settings.
Engineering Wearables Workshop
November 15, 2025 - Discovered how biomedical engineers create wearables that monitor posture, heart rate, and vital signs.
Day in the Life of Engineer Courtney Kelly
October 29, 2025 - SHLA Session: Inside look at a day in the life of a professional engineer.
WE25 Conference – New Orleans
October 23–25, 2025 - World's largest conference for engineering and technology with special SWENext programming.
NC State Engineering Open House
October 18, 2025 - Tour of NC State's engineering facilities to meet women engineers in tech.
Using AI for Website Building
October 5, 2025 - Learn how to harness AI tools to quickly design and build your own basic website.
Why Join STEM Clubs and Competitions?
September 14, 2025 - High school seniors shared their experience on growth through STEM activities.
Engineering for Climate Action
August 23, 2025 - SWENext Virtual Global Session: 'Engineer a Greener Future: Careers that Tackle the Climate Crisis'.
Where Music Meets Engineering
July 27, 2025 - Self-playing piano demo — gathering feedback and inspiring others by showing how engineering blends with art and music.
Arduino Workshop and Snap Circuits Workshop
May 17, 2025 - Offered to Middle and High school students interested in building basic circuits at Apex Regional Library.
High School STEM Journey for Middle School Students
Feb 28, 2025 - Local session with middle school students on high school course selection.
Types of Events We Host
Coding Workshops
Arduino, Python, Java, web development, and app creation workshops for all skill levels
Company Tours
Visit leading tech companies like Red Hat, SAS, MetLife, and Duke Energy
AI and Robotics
Using AI for skill enhancement. Learn about local teams participating in Robotics initiatives.
Networking
Meet other girls interested in engineering and learn from professionals through structured events
Ready to Join Our Events?
All events are free for middle and high school students ages 13+! Registration is required for each event. Join our local chapter to stay updated on upcoming opportunities.