Notices

[Korean Women in Science and Technology Association] Announcement of Recruitment for the 1st "WE CAN" University Student Ambassadors in 2026

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy-affiliated Korea Association of Women in Science and Technology operates the university student ambassador program "WE CAN 1st generation" to support the growth and industrial advancement of women in the field of engineering and technology as follows.

Female students who wish to be recommended should contact Professor Jeongyeol Park of the Department of Mechanical Engineering by email (sortpark@sogang.ac.kr) by 3/18 (Wed).

1. Announcement Overview

  a. Host: Korean Association of Women in Science and Technology

  b. Purpose: To support female students in the College of Engineering in experiencing industrial fields and association activities during their academic career, thereby enabling them to proactively design their future careers and establish an early foundation for growth as female scientists and engineers in industry.

  c. Support Scale: Approximately 30 female students affiliated with the College of Engineering

​2. Eligibility to Apply  

 - Female students affiliated with the College of Engineering (no grade level restrictions, enthusiastic encouragement for underclassmen to apply, leave of absence students possible)

 - Those available to participate from April to December 2026

3. Number of selected students and activity period

 - Number of selected students: Approximately 30 (selected considering balance among universities, regions, and majors)

 - Activity period: April~December 2026

※ Selected students must attend the launch ceremony (attendance at the launch ceremony on March 27, 2026, is a prerequisite for selection)

4. Main Activity Details

 - Participation in major events of the Korean Association of Women in Science and Technology (events for women in science and technology, industrial technology forums, mentoring, etc., 2-3 times a year)

 - Planning and production of promotional content for the association (SNS, blog, card news, etc., once a month)

 - Interviews with women scientists and engineers in industry and newsletter contributions (at least twice during the participation period)

 - Collaborative activities with related organizations (career mentoring, etc., for applicants)

 - "WE CAN" seminars and academic exchange activities (for applicants only)

 ※ All activities will be accumulated as a record of individual student growth and an official archive asset of the association.

 ※ Activity details may be adjusted through future discussions

5. Activity Benefits

 - Provision of associate membership in the Korean Association of Women in Science and Technology during the activity period

 - Priority invitation and participation in association events

 - Networking and mentoring with women scientists and engineers in industry

 - Official certificate of completion issuance​