Bright Network Women in TEC February 2024

23 Feb 2024, noon — etc.venues County Hall, Belvedere Road, SE1 7PB
Application deadline was 21st February 2024, 11:59 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in Women in TEC, in-person applications are now closed, however you can still apply for a virtual place.

Unlock your potential at Women in TEC 2024! 🌟

Date: 23rd February 2024  l  Location: etc.venues County Hall, Belvedere Rd, London SE1 7PB  |  Nearest tube station: Waterloo

Get ready to dive into a world of possibilities at Women in TEC – the meeting place for STEM students ready to start their career journey!

The event is running in a hybrid format, so you can attend virtually or in-person. However, virtual attendees will not have the opportunity to network with the employers, but we will share employer interviews to help our virtual attendees gain more insights. (in-person applications are now closed)

Why Attend?

  • Connect with leading companies: Engage with representatives from top-tier employers, including consulting powerhouses and innovative fintechs
  • Shape your future: Gain invaluable insights and tips on navigating a STEM career - learn the secrets to acing applications and standing out in the competitive world of Technology, Engineering, and Consulting
  • Inspiration awaits: Be captivated by the journeys of successful women leaders who've conquered the TEC realm - let their stories fuel your aspirations and guide your career trajectory

Who's invited? Ambitious women and non-binary STEM students with a passion for forging connections and exploring opportunities in the dynamic TEC sectors 🔥

Check out what your day at the event could look like ⬇️

We are committed to running fully inclusive events. For more details on this, check our our support page for this event and get in touch if you have any further questions.

Why attend

Find the right company for you

Engage with top employers championing gender equality in Technology, Engineering, and Consulting. Ask them questions about their initiatives, programmes and resources catering to young people starting their careers.

Be seen by employers

Participating in events like this can help you stand out from the crowd by showcasing your proactiveness and passion for the sector. Gain insights that you can use to your advantage throughout your career.

Network with your peers

Meet with like-minded peers and employers and build your LinkedIn connections. Navigating your early career can feel daunting, so this event is a fantastic place to find support and encouragement from other students like you.

Who can attend

You're an undergraduate or full-time postgraduate student who identifies as female or non-binary

You're graduating in 2024, 2025 or 2026 (or 2027 if already at university and on a four-year course)

You're on track for at least a 2:1 and can demonstrate academic excellence

You're attending university in the UK (if you'll be attending in person)

Additional skills gained from extracurricular activities/work experience will be viewed favourably, especially if you can demonstrate an interest in technology or coding

Schedule

23 Feb 2024

noon - 12:30 p.m.

Registration and networking activity

For in-person attendees, this involves chatting to other members in the main exhibition room (standing and walking).

12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Welcome and keynote talk

For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.

1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Panel session: Celebrating Women in TEC

For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.

1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Light bites and networking

For in-person attendees, light bites (not lunch) will be provided. This part of the event involves talking to other members and employers at their exhibition stands (standing and walking).

3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Panel session: Debunking myths in the TEC sector

For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.

4:05 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.

Skill session

For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.

4:35 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.

Wrap up and next steps

For in-person attendees, this is a seated session in the main presentation room.

Chat

What people say about this event

Thank you, Bright Network. Today was a total game-changer for me! Not only was my existing love for science nurtured, but also it completely opened up my world and gave me a whole new outlook. It broadened my horizons, expanded my mind and opened my eyes to the incredible and tangible ways STEM can be applied. I'm so grateful for the experience.

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Hemlata Pant

So amazing and insightful. Every woman on the panel today had a unique story and shared such valuable information. The best thing I heard today that stuck with me was 'Feel the fear and do it anyways'. This is so important especially in such a male dominated industry. It has definitely encouraged me to pick my head up and strive to do well for myself and for those who will come after me.

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Demi Bako

Attending Women in TEC 2023 was incredibly insightful. From gaining information from intelligent and accomplished women on navigating and thriving in the TEC sectors, to having questions answered by panels, the event has deepened my understanding of these key industries and leading firms. It was a great experience that I would certainly recommend to others.

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Camden Vardon
Location

Location

etc.venues County Hall, Belvedere Road, SE1 7PB

Info

Frequently asked questions

All timings on the agenda for Bright Network Women in TEC correspond with Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). 

Please refer to our FAQs here if you have any queries about attending a Bright Network event in-person.

If you have any questions about attending Bright Network Women in TEC as a virtual attendee, we have gathered all the most frequently asked questions here. Please note that for this event, if you attend virtually you wlll not to be able to join the networking sessions. 

For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the Women in TEC resource hub.

You can also take a look at our Support Hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team - events@brightnetwork.co.uk

To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.

Photography and videography will be taken at the event.

 

Travel reimbursement:

We would really like all our students to be able to have the opportunity to attend our events and we want to support where possible. Anyone attending our spring events in-person is eligible for a reimbursement of up to £30. To request a reimbursement, complete and submit this application form. You will then be sent a form to complete reimbursement payment details and upload your travel reciepts. Full instructions will be given on the forms. 

You need to attend the event in full to receive the reimbursement. Reimbursements will be sent out after the event you are attending. You need to have submitted the application form by 22/02/24, 11:59pm, and the payment details form by 01/03/24 11:59pm, in order to be eligible.