Unlock Professional Growth, Networking, and Recognition With IEEE Women in Engineering: Discover the benefits and opportunities [Career Advisor]

May 16, 2025 by Winnie Ye, Prachi Jain

Imagine being part of a global network that propels your career forward and enriches your personal life. Joining IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) offers many benefits, from professional development to personal fulfillment. A global network, WIE provides a platform for women and their allies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to connect, collaborate, and advance their careers. Here, we highlight the value proposition of becoming a WIE member, the benefits of volunteering, and the progression through the volunteering ranks, including achieving Senior Member and IEEE Fellow status.

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https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10975112

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IEEE Women in Engineering Magazine is the first magazine to focus on issues facing women who study or work in IEEE’s fields of interest.

IEEE Women in Engineering Magazine strives to recognize women’s outstanding achievements in electrical and electronics engineering as well as enhance networking and to promote membership in IEEE Women in Engineering.

The publication also advocates for women in leadership roles and career advancement for women in STEM professions, and it facilitates the development of programs and activities that promote the entry into and retention of women in engineering programs.

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