Early Careers Board
Supporting women engineers at the start of their careers.
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The Early Careers Board brings together WES members in the early stages of their careers.
It provides a space to build confidence, share experiences, and contribute to discussions that influence the profession.
Get involved today to connect with experienced engineers or provide invaluable insight to early career professionals.
Support early career development
Access guidance, resources and shared experience.
Build professional networks
Connect with peers, mentors and established engineers.
Shape the future workforce
Contribute ideas and perspectives from early careers.
Increase visibility and representation
Ensure early voices are included in industry conversations.
What we do
Run events and discussions
Workshops, panels and informal sessions focused on early career challenges and opportunities.
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Support career progression
Share insights on professional registration, career pathways and skills development..
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Influence WES activity
Provide input into WES strategy ensuring early career perspectives are reflected.
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ECB Updates
This year’s session brought together around 35 enthusiastic students exploring future pathways in engineering. I introduced them to the breadth of engineering careers, shared my own journey, and highlighted the invaluable role that organisations like WES play in supporting and empowering the next generation of engineers.
A key focus of the session was helping students understand the diversity of opportunities within engineering. Using a whole-systems perspective, I showed how engineering connects technology, people, policy, markets, and sustainability, offering a more modern and inclusive view of the sector.
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Get Involved
We have several ways to contribute to the Early Careers Board.
We’re a a peer-led community working on real opportunities and a stronger future for women in engineering.
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Contribute to ongoing work
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