Waterloo Women in Computer Science

Join us for Beyond Co-op, an OpenText panel happening next Thursday (October 1st), and hear from former UW students now thriving as OpenText employees as they share career lessons they learned along their journey. Discover exciting opportunities in tech and prepare for your future career with the help of our OpenText panelists!

📅 Thursday, October 1
🕦 11:30 – 1:00 pm

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

🚀 Unlock your career potential at Beyond Co-Op: Turning Your Internships into a Career

Meet our panellists! Come join us on October 1st and hear from Gwyneth Gonzales, Simi Adenuga, and Alicia Ferraro as they share their journeys from internships to successful careers.

📅 Thursday, October 1
🕦 11:30 – 1:00 pm

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

Come meet Judy Dinn, the CIO of TMX Group, for an Ask Me Anything session on Tuesday, September 22nd. Judy is ready to answer questions, give advice, and share insights on her journey from Waterloo CS student to Chief Information Officer of a major Canadian financial services company.

Bring your questions and your appetite, because lunch will be provided!

📅 Tuesday, September 22nd
🕛 12:00 - 1:00 PM

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

Join us for an exciting and informative event hosted by Hudson River Trading (HRT) and Women in Computer Science (WiCS)! This event is open to all University of Waterloo students.

Gain insider knowledge on algorithmic trading, participate in interactive discussions, and get your questions answered by industry professionals. Don’t miss this chance to network, enjoy delicious lunch, and connect with peers in a relaxed and fun environment!

📅 September 18th
🕧 12:30 - 1:30 PM

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

Students are invited to meet engineers and researchers from Citadel Securities and get a glimpse into the inner workings of this massive global market maker. Pick up some company swag and delicious food while receiving insights from industry professionals! This event is sponsored by WiCS, but is open to all UW students.

📅 September 17th
🕠 5:30 - 7:00 PM

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

Get ready to kick-start your journey in Computer Science with our upcoming WICS Orientation for first years!

We believe that having an inclusive learning and working environment in the School of Computer Science is the key to success. Celebrate with us on September 12th by connecting with other women and gender diverse (including transgender, non-binary, and gender fluid) first-year CS, SE, CFM, and CSBBA students, listening to talks from current undergraduates, and enjoying swag and food!!

📅 Saturday, September 12
🕠 2:30 – 6:30 pm
📍 Davis Centre

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

💬 Level up your interview communication skills and ace your next technical interview! Join WiCS and Google to learn about important problem solving frameworks and strategic preparation techniques at WiCS x Google: Your Guide to Essential Interview Communications.

Food will be provided, so don't miss out!

📅 Monday, September 14
🕠 5:00 – 6:30 pm
📍 DC 1302

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

📝 Looking for feedback on your resume? Join WiCS and Google and gain valuable insights to help you optimize your resume for your next job search! Plus Breakfast is provided!

You'll learn tips and tricks on how to structure your resume when applying to tech positions. Be sure to bring a copy of your resume that you can share with a Google mentor for 1-on-1 feedback!

📅 Friday, September 11
🕠 9:00 – 10:30 am
📍 EIT 3142

🔗 Register for this event through the link in our bio!

Welcome to the beginning of the Fall 2026 term!

Whether you're a returning student or brand new to UW, we have some great events coming up and we hope to see you there!

🔗 You can find registration links for all events in our bio (Linktree)

❗REMINDER ❗

CAN-CWiC, the premiere Canadian computing conference for young women and non-binary students in technology, is being hosted at UWaterloo this November!

There are three options for attending this conference:
1. Through a WiCS sponsorship (Around 30-50 students selected through a random draw will have their registration paid for!)
2. As a volunteer (A small team of volunteers will help behind the scenes and receive free registration!)
3. Self-funded (Pay $125 - $150 to attend)

🚨 If you are interested in sponsorship or volunteering, you MUST complete the sponsorship application by next Sunday, September 13th!

If you are not selected for sponsorship, and you indicated an interest in volunteering through the form, you will be invited to complete a volunteer application in mid September.

🔗 For more information or to apply, check out the link in our bio!