Support our Engineers through SWE's Annual Evening with Industry!

The Washington State University Everett chapter of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is excited to host our annual Evening with Industry! SWE is dedicated to supporting not only women in engineering but all minorities in STEM. Our goal on campus is to foster an inclusive community where students feel welcome, heard, and supported. Nearly all of our events are campus-wide, ensuring that everyone has access to resources and opportunities.

Many of WSU Everett’s students are non-traditional, including first-generation college students, working professionals, parents, and students from immigrant or international backgrounds. We take pride in helping these students gain a competitive edge in their engineering careers.

What does SWE do throughout the year?

SWE is active year-round, hosting events that bring students together, develop technical skills, and create career opportunities:

• Soldering Workshops – Twice a year, we host soldering events that engage students from all disciplines—engineering, agriculture, communications, education, and more—fostering a supportive and collaborative campus culture.
• National Conference – Each year, a small group of members attends SWE’s National Conference, gaining inspiration from keynote speakers, industry leaders, and networking opportunities. Last year, two of our members secured internships from the career fair!
• Girls Explore STEM – We participate in this bi-annual outreach event, introducing middle-school girls to STEM through hands-on workshops and mentorship, showing them that resources and representation exist to support them through college.
• Company Tours & Workshops – Throughout the year, we partner with local companies to give students firsthand exposure to engineering environments. These tours and workshops connect students with hiring managers who provide resume critiques, interview tips, and career advice.

We are always striving to expand our reach and are currently developing mentoring programs and outreach initiatives for local high schools.

What is Evening with Industry?

This event is the culmination of our year of networking, company tours, and career-building workshops. Throughout the year, we’ve worked hard to gather industry contacts, alumni connections, and faculty recommendations—all to bring fantastic companies to meet our students!
Last year, our on-campus event grew so large that it spilled into the lobby. This year, we’re taking it off-campus to a dedicated venue to accommodate even more students and professionals. At Evening with Industry, engineering students from WSU Everett, along with Everett Community College students, will network over dinner with company representatives. Students will have the opportunity to ask engineers about their careers, learn about internships and job openings, and gain valuable insight into the industry. For graduating seniors, this is a prime chance to connect with potential employers and secure opportunities before graduation. This event is the biggest SWE hosts on campus and an incredible resource for students, companies, and the broader community. It’s our way of ensuring that students have direct access to the connections, guidance, and opportunities they need to thrive in their engineering careers.

What will donating help?

We are committed to advocating for and supporting our students to the fullest extent. Your donation will ensure that every student can attend this event for free, removing financial barriers and making it accessible to all. It will also help us provide catering from a local business, so students can focus on networking and connecting with professionals—rather than worrying about keeping the buffet stocked or serving food. Additionally, your support will allow us to move the event off-campus to a more spacious venue. Last year, despite its overwhelming success, our space was so limited that some students and company representatives had to sit in the lobby, making them feel disconnected from the event.

With your generosity, we can create an even more impactful experience—one where students gain valuable networking contacts, discover new companies and job opportunities, and access the resources they need to build their future careers.

Thank you so much for your consideration and donations from all of us here not only at SWE but at WSU Everett!