Elevate your engineering profile and showcase your hard work at the WES Student and Apprentice Poster Competition! As part of the WES Annual Conference 2026 we are giving you the opportunity to submit your work and be part of this fantastic event.
Why you should submit?
Elevate Your Career
- The Ultimate Networking Opportunity: This is your chance for direct, face-to-face conversations with industry leaders and top academics.
- A Stand-out CV: “Poster Competition Finalist” is a powerful addition to your LinkedIn profile. It proves you can take a project from concept to professional presentation.
- Recognition: Gain the edge by showcasing your expertise to future employers.
Learn from senior members
- Professional Development: Practice the vital skill of translating complex technical work for diverse audiences from fellow students to industry CEOs.
- Attend an open online session with our judges to ask questions about your submission.
Exclusive Perks
- Free Conference Access: All selected students receive complimentary attendance for one day of the conference.
- Professional Printing on Us: We provide free professional printing for your poster which you get to keep
How to enter?
STEP 1: Use the canva template and complete the poster. Download this prior to submitting as you will need to upload a copy to the submission.
Email comms@wes.org.uk if you are unable to access.
STEP 2: Using the link below you need to submit an abstract of your work (maximum 300 words) and a copy of your poster using the template.
You can resubmit work already produced and ongoing work is also welcomed.
The top posters in each of the categories will then be invited to attend the conference and present their poster during a dedicated poster session.
Mark your calendars for April 17th, 2026—we look forward to seeing you there!
Event Location
The Eastside Rooms, Woodcock St, Birmingham, B7 4BL.
For further details of the venue, visit their website
Travel
If you are traveling by train New Street Station is approximately a 15 minute walk and Moor Street Station is approximately 12 minutes away.
If you’re traveling by car, please keep in mind that there is no parking at the venue but there is a convenient multi-story car park here
What to Expect
Last year the event sold out and this year we are expecting over 250 delegates from across the UK.
The program is designed to inspire and empower women engineers at every career stage and will include: Inspirational Keynotes, Interactive Workshops, Networking and learning opportunities, and Academic poster sessions
Everyone is welcome to join us at the event, click left to book your tickets