AI is reshaping scientific work, bringing new opportunities alongside important questions about reliability, bias, and responsible use. In this practical session, you’ll explore when AI adds value, where caution is needed, and how to apply it without compromising scientific rigor or critical thinking. Through real-world demonstrations and balanced discussion, you’ll leave with practical strategies to decide if, when, and how AI fits into your work.

Members of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Community and member companies in the NCWIT Workforce Alliance are invited to attend an exclusive annual virtual career fair hosted by NCWIT. The 2026 NCWIT Virtual Career Fair will take place on August 5th and will be held online using vFairs from 11 am – 2 pm PT | 12 – 3 pm MT | 1 – 4 pm CT | 2 – 5 pm ET. Attendees can join 1:1 video chats that connect dynamic tech talent with values-aligned employers in the tech industry.

The cybersecurity field is vast, but guiding your students through it doesn’t have to be daunting. This workshop introduces you to a wealth of incredible, publicly available resources designed to map out cyber careers. We will explore the foundations of K–12 cybersecurity education, helping you understand the core principles and challenges that make this broad field a great fit for all kinds of talents and interests. Key Takeaways: Navigate with Confidence: Learn to use public career guides to survey cyber roles and pathways and find options for every student; Understand the Foundations: Learn the core principles, skills, and opportunities that define cybersecurity education; Access Free Pathways: Uncover a treasure trove of public resources, free training options, and scholarship opportunities.

Now you can download our free women in science activity kit. In the kit you'll find: historical images of women and scientific objects, tutorials for collage and zine making, a fun and educational memory game and stories of women in science and women's history.

Women in STEM often navigate setbacks, self-doubt, and subtle barriers that can impact confidence and career direction over time. On July 9 at 1 p.m. ET, Dr. Lillian Gibson explores how to build resilience and reframe challenges as opportunities for growth and renewed clarity. Join her for a practical conversation on reconnecting with your values, strengthening confidence, and moving forward with purpose. You’ll leave with strategies to sustain momentum and long-term career fulfillment.

You can join AWIS for a free virtual screening of Spacewoman, available to stream July 20-26, 2026. Spacewoman tells the remarkable story of astronaut Eileen Collins, whose determination and leadership helped redefine what was possible for women in aerospace. As the first woman to pilot and later command a NASA Space Shuttle mission, Collins broke barriers while navigating the demands, risks, and responsibilities of human spaceflight. Drawing on rare archival footage, personal interviews, and intimate family perspectives, the documentary follows her journey from a childhood fascination with flight to becoming one of the most influential figures in space exploration. Along the way, it explores the courage, resilience, and perseverance required to lead during some of NASA’s most challenging missions. Watch this inspiring documentary to celebrate the legacy of a pioneering astronaut whose achievements continue to inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, explorers, and innovators.

NASA is naming its next-generation space telescope in honor of Nancy Grace Roman, NASA’s first chief astronomer, who paved the way for space telescopes focused on the broader universe. The newly named Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope – or Roman Space Telescope, for short – is set to launch in the mid-2020s. It will investigate long-standing astronomical mysteries, such as the force behind the universe’s expansion, and search for distant planets beyond our solar system.

What happens when computing moves beyond data and starts focusing on meaning? In the latest Voices of ACM-W — Stories Behind Our Work, host Cigdem Sengul speaks with Lynda Hardman about the evolution of computing, from early hypertext systems to AI, and why human-centred technology matters now more than ever. As a researcher, educator, and advocate for gender equity in computing, Lynda reminds us that technology is not only about processing information but about understanding people, stories, and societal impact. Her work demonstrates how research, standards, and community-building can help create more inclusive computing environments. What role do you think human experience should play in shaping the future of AI and computing?

When challenges arise, strong communities find ways to adapt. SWE leaders from collegiate sections and affiliates recently came together to share how they have navigated change, solved problems, and continued supporting their members through evolving circumstances. Their stories highlight the power of creativity, collaboration, and persistence in building strong engineering communities.

Each year, NCWIT hosts virtual career fairs to connect sponsor companies and Workforce Alliance members with over 30,000 individuals in the Aspirations in Computing Community. This robust and engaged community is comprised of high school, collegiate, and career professionals who want to connect with you and learn more about your company and its opportunities.The annual online event is free to access, and is only available to AiC Community and NCWIT Workforce Alliance members.