Resources
We’ve put together a list of resources we believe graduate students may find helpful. If there’s anything you think we should add, feel free to let us know!
SWE Chicago
Find scholarships, opportunities, and events happening in the Chicago area at the SWE Chicago section website.
UIC Handshake
UIC’s job and internship platform where students can explore opportunities, attend career fairs, and connect with employers.
LinkedIn Learning
An online learning platform offering thousands of professional development courses, free to UIC students. Learn more here.
SWE Mentor Network
The SWE Mentor Network is an exclusive members-only community for the facilitation of mentoring conversations. As a SWE member, you can offer mentoring services, receive mentoring ― or even act as both a mentor and mentee.
SWE Career Center
SWE Career Center is a dedicated job board and career resource hub specifically for SWE members, featuring internships, jobs, and resume tools.
Conferences
SWE hosts regional and national conferences that offer workshops, networking, career fairs, and leadership development for students.
Scholarships
SWE HQ offers scholarships for women in engineering—both need-based and merit-based opportunities are available.
SWE Chicago section offers scholarships to students located to in the Chicago area.
UIC SnAP is the internal scholarship information portal for the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC).
Illinois Software
UIC provides free access to a range of licensed software for students, including engineering and design tools. Check out the Illinois Software website here.
Other Engineering Communities at UIC
Explore other student-led engineering organizations on campus for additional networking, project, and leadership opportunities on UIC Connection.