Member Resources
From SWE online learning opportunities to partner organization memberships, RMS connects you to resources that align with SWE’s mission.
The Advance Learning Center provides learning to empower you to succeed at every stage of your development.
The SWE Career Center is the premier electronic recruitment resource for leading companies in the engineering and technology field.
SWE created Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Products to assist you in creating an inclusive environment.
One of SWE’s core values is mutual support, fostering mentoring and the development of professional and personal networks.
A SWE adult advocate engages with and empowers girls and young women to prepare for engineering careers by developing their interest in STEM with SWENext.
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SWE has joint membership partners. Joint membership represents up to 30% savings over joining two organizations separately, and further promotes an inclusive environment, improves networking opportunities and expands the available professional development programs.
- American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization that nurtures community building by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values. AISES provides opportunities for American Indians and Native Alaskans to pursue studies in science, engineering, and technology arenas through its educational programs. The AISES mission is to substantially increase American Indian and Alaskan Natives in engineering, science, and other related technology disciplines.
- National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals, Inc. (NOGLSTP) was founded in 1979 is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. that empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and allies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and all related fields by providing education, advocacy, scholarship, professional development, networking, outreach, and peer support.
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) has more than 500 chapters and nearly 16,000 active members in the U.S. and abroad. The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States. NSBE, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1975, supports and promotes the aspirations of collegiate and pre-collegiate students and technical professionals in engineering and technology. NSBE’s mission is “to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.” Local Chapter: Denver Professionals. Women in Science & Engineering Special Interest Group.
- Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM), is a non-profit professional association for LGBTQ+ people in the STEM community. oSTEM empowers LGBTQ+ people in STEM to succeed personally, academically, and professionally by cultivating environments and communities that nurture innovation, leadership, and advocacy. Before oSTEM, there was no inclusive organization dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ students in STEM, though other organizations had celebrated and supported diversity in science and engineering.
- Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers (SASE) is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. SASE seeks to increase the business impact of Asian STEM professionals by helping them to develop the leadership skills and cultural agility needed to unlock their full leadership potential in the Western workplace.
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is a non-profit, social-technical organization and publisher of SHPE Magazine. Founded in 1974, it serves affiliated chapters across seven regions. SHPE fulfills its mission to promote “the development of Hispanics in engineering, science, and other technical professions to achieve educational excellence, economic opportunity, and social equity” through initiatives in technical education, business and government policy, programs, and more. Local Chapters: Colorado; Region 3 At-Large
- American Society for Engineering Education Women in Engineering Division focuses on the needs of engineers and engineering educators who identify as women and gender minorities and also welcome those committed to the division’s purpose.
- Association of Women in Science (AWIS) provides career development, networking, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for individuals seeking equity for women in STEM.
- The Colorado Clean Energy Education and Empowerment (C3E) Initiative is a workforce development and networking program for advancing women in clean energy, operated by the Colorado Clean Energy Cluster.
- Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CWCC) provides women opportunities that better our community and economy, help women grow their businesses and their careers; ultimately finding success in work and in life.
- IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is one of the largest international professional organizations dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists, and inspiring girls around the world to follow their academic interests in a career in engineering.
- Increasing Women in Mechanical Engineering (iWME) conference by ASME. This event aims to examine, challenge, and discuss engineering education practices and culture as key elements in increasing the number of women in mechanical engineering.
- She’s in Power is a nonprofit advancing women in clean energy in Northern Colorado. Drive revolutionary growth of the Colorado clean energy economy by educating and empowering women.
- Society of Women Environmental Professionals (SWEP) Rocky Mountain Chapter serves as a resource for women involved or interested in environmental law, science, education, business, and policy, providing opportunities for professional development.
- WomenHack promotes gender equality in tech and helps people get hired at companies committed to diversity in the workplace.
- Women in Aerospace is dedicated to increasing the leadership capabilities and visibility of women in the aerospace community. We acknowledge and promote innovative individuals who strive to advance the aerospace industry as a whole.
- Women in Cable Telecommunications Rocky Mountain is steadfast in its resolve to advance the position and influence of women in the telecommunications industry through proven leadership programs.
- Women in Chemical Engineering Community (WIC) provides AIChE members space to assemble and promote women in chemical engineering. WIC stands in support of equitable treatment, representation, and employment of women in chemical engineering.
- Women in Defense (WID) encourages women to pursue careers supporting U.S. national security with a focus on defense or foreign policy.
- Women in Design is the Denver professional women’s organization for designers in the build industry. WiD believes when we lift each other up, we all grow and succeed and encourages you to seek opportunities to become a dynamic member and leader in the design community.
- Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN) is the nation’s first network dedicated to advancing cultures of inclusion and diversity in engineering higher education and workplaces. WEPAN connects people, research and practice to allow ALL in engineering to thrive.
- Women in Oil and Gas Association is a non-profit 501c (3) organization that was established in 2013 with the intention to provide various opportunities to mentor and encourage all women in the oil and gas industry.
- Women in Manufacturing (WiM) has grown to be the only national and global trade association dedicated to providing year-round support to women who have chosen a career in the manufacturing industry.
- Women in Tech (WIT) Conference hosted by Colorado Technology Association is a virtual event celebrating women across technology.
- Women in Technology International (WITI) is the leading organization for the advancement and inclusion of women in business and technology with innovative programs designed to ensure women, minorities, and technology organizations realize a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) is a national nonprofit working across the renewable energy economy – to change our energy future through the actions of women.
- Women Transforming Technology (WT2) Conference is a consortium of companies and organizations in industry, academia, and non-profit sectors committed to building a community and tackling issues that are top of mind for women in technology.
- Women Who Code inspires women to excel in technology careers. Women Who Code has become the world’s largest and most active community dedicated to inspiring women to excel in technology careers. Local networks: Boulder/Denver and Fort Collins
- Women’s Energy Network Colorado provides its members with networking and development opportunities through social and educational programming with members representing a broad range of disciplines and experience levels within the energy industry.
- WTS International exists to raise the profile of the transportation profession and to help women find opportunity and recognition within the industry. WTS Colorado is dedicated to inspiring and empowering professionals with the latest information and innovations.
- Archives of Women in Engineering and Science (Iowa State University) Books on the history of women in science.
- Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame (CWHF) mission is to inspire by celebrating and sharing the enduring contributions of Colorado’s distinctive women. The women inducted into the Hall of Fame come from diverse backgrounds.
- Construction Jobs America’s premier employment resource for the construction, building and design industries.
- CU-Denver Courses for Engineers CU-Denver Courses for engineers.
- Distinguished Women of Past and Present Biographies of women who contributed to our culture in many different ways. There are writers, educators, scientists, heads of state, politicians, civil rights crusaders, artists, entertainers, and others.
- Famous Women in Science Short biographies and links to more information on many famous women in science.
- HER STORY A Timeline of Women Who Changed America – by Charlotte Waisman, Phd and Jill Tietjen, P.E.
- High-Tech High Heels was founded with a shared vision of closing the gender gap in STEM fields. HTHH improves STEM education by funding programs for K-12 girls to inspire and prepare them to pursue STEM degrees.
- IX Power Foundation hosts the Colorado Women’s Day celebration, honoring deserving Colorado women.
- Jill Tietjen “Engineering Women Back into History” life story video, produced by Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame and aired on Rocky Mountain PBS, February 22, 2018.
- National Engineers Week Dates and information on National Engineer’s Week.
- National Museum of Women’s History Learn more about our past, present, and future efforts by women politically and socially from the National Women’s History Museum. Bookstore and information.
- National Women’s Hall of Fame Women of the Month, book shop, museum, and history.
- National Women’s History Project History looks different when the contributions of women are included. Books, on-line catalog, and women’s history.
- The Order of the Engineer was initiated in the United States to foster a spirit of pride, individual integrity and responsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and practice; and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer.
- STEM Education Coalition’s mission is to raise awareness amongst policymakers about the critical role that STEM education plays in enabling the U.S. to remain the economic and technological leader.
- STEM Generation is on a mission to close the gap in STEM learning opportunities and to change the image of what a STEM professional looks like.
- Women’s International Center Site to Acknowledge, Honor and Encourage Women.
- Women of Colorado News specific to Colorado, Careers, Health and Family, Financial, Coupons, Cooking, Legal Tips, and more local information!
