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Women in Engineering

Become an engineering innovator

Only about 19% of newly licensed engineers in Canada identify as women.* Become the next engineering innovator with BCIT.

At BCIT you’ll build confidence through hands-on learning in small and supportive teams. Apply now and bring your distinct and extraordinary talent to the industry.

*Source: Engineers Canada, 2023

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Women in Engineering Entrance Award & Bursary

Find out about eligibility, application, and more for the Women in Engineering Entrance Award and Bursary.

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Engineering Info Sessions

Become the next innovator

“Join us and start your career in engineering. This is where you can contribute toward solutions for the big questions we are currently facing – understanding the climate and how it changes, building new ways of providing energy at scale, creating healthy indoor spaces that can cope with a multitude of challenges such as contagious diseases, forest fires, heat and cold waves, and so much more.”

— Andrea Frisque, Dean of BCIT School of Energy.


The world needs your unique perspectives, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Hear the inspirational stories from three women-identifying graduates and students in engineering. Learn about their BCIT hands-on learning experience for Civil, Mining, Geomatics, Building Science, and more.

Spotlight on BCIT women in engineering
BCIT supports women in trades and engineering

4 ways BCIT supports women in trades and engineering

March 7, 2025

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is proud to highlight some of the...

Shawna Waberi

Our People: Meet Shawna Waberi, Program Head, Mineral Exploration and Mining

March 4, 2025

Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. We are...

The world of electrical engineering: Aileen Maynard’s journey to find her calling

December 3, 2024

After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Biology with a minor in Psychology, Aileen Maynard quickly realized that a career...

Share your perspective

“Diversity and inclusion provide important perspectives and voices that stimulate collaboration, innovation, and excellence in engineering.”

— Phyllis Chong, P.Eng., Program Head – Civil Engineering, School of Construction and the Environment.


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Have questions about engineering? Program Advisors are available by email, in-person drop-in, or virtual drop-in sessions.

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