Professional Development
About Professional Development
From Site Visits to Dinner & Discussions, our Professional Development program consists of events that enhance our members' professionalism and prepare them for industry.
Our Professional Development events are connected to the BuildU tracks, which cover skills that are crucial for engineers in professional settings.
SWE members who attend one event from each of the 3 categories below will be awarded the SWE-TAMU BuildU Certificate and an extra SWE point at the end of the semester. These events must be attended within the fall and spring semesters of the same academic year.
If you have a question about any of these events or the BuildU Certificate, please reach out to development@swetamu.org.
Industry Exploration Events
These events connect members with industry partners to provide real-world insights into various engineering fields. Opportunities such as Dinner & Discussions and site visits allow members to engage directly with professionals, explore company cultures, and gain a deeper understanding of career possibilities.
Technical Workshops
These hands-on sessions focus on building technical proficiency in widely-used engineering tools and software platforms. Members will have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in programs such as SolidWorks, Python, MATLAB, MultiSim, etc.
Workplace Success Events
Designed to prepare members for professional environments, these events focus on developing essential soft skills. Through workshops on public speaking, leadership, communication, and more, members will gain the confidence and tools needed to thrive in collaborative and dynamic workplace settings.
PD Office Hours
Our PD Officers will be holding office hours to help members with resumes, LinkedIn profiles, interview preparation, ETAM essays, and more. Whether you’re building your LinkedIn from scratch or polishing your resume, we’re here to guide you through the process!
Office Hours are on Wednesdays at 9-10 am
Location: ZACH 450A
Officers
Emma Johansson
Howdy! My name is Emma Johansson, and I'm a junior Electrical Engineering major from McKinney, TX. My journey in SWE began my freshman year as a LEAP Mentee, and since then, I've continued as a mentee each semester while also serving on the STEMFest Design Committee. I’m so excited to serve as a PD Co‑Chair and help every member reach their potential with confidence and purpose. Outside of SWE, I love traveling, sweet treats, movies, tennis, and wildlife. I’m looking forward to working with everyone this year!
Advaita
Tikoti
Howdy! My name is Advaita Tikoti, and I am a senior Biomedical Engineering major from Dallas, Texas. In my free time, I enjoy exploring nature, traveling, and cooking! I cannot wait to create new memories and see what SWE TAMU accomplishes this year!
