Careers

Resources in this category:

Advocates for Women in Science, Engineering & Mathmatics
http://www.awsem.org/

"Begun in 1994 as a project of the Saturday Academy in Portland, Oregon, Advocates for Women in Science, Engineering and Mathematics, or AWSEM, brings together parents, educators and women professionals in science-related fields to kindle and support young women¹s interest in science, engineering, mathematics and technology (SEMT)."

American Society of Women Accountants
http://www.aswa.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1

"ASWA was formed in 1938 to increase the opportunities for women in all fields of accounting... Members include partners in national, regional and local CPA firms, financial officers, controllers, academicians, financial analysts and data processing consultants, recent college graduates and women returning to the work force." The site has a directory of chapters, membership information, a schedule of area and national events, and scholarship information for accounting students.

American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants
http://www.awscpa.org/

"Since its creation over seven decades ago, the American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants has been the voice of women in the accounting profession. AWSCPA is the only organization devoted exclusively to the support and professional development of women CPAs. The Society is also a leader in addressing these concerns: Gender equity, The glass ceiling, Work and family issues. To accomplish [their] mission, AWSCPA offers in-depth support in six important areas: networking, advocacy, public awareness, leadership, recognition, and education." The site has information about meetings and conferences as well as current job opportunities. Some areas of the site are open to members only.

Association for Professional Insurance Women
http://www.apiw.org/

The "APIW is a professional association of women. APIW members are highly regarded decision-makers with primary insurers, reinsurers, insurance brokers, risk management, professional services firms and other industry-related organizations." This site provides general information about the organization, membership, its activities, and publications.

Association for Women in Computing
http://www.awc-hq.org/

"The Association For Women In Computing (AWC) is a national, nonprofit, professional organization for individuals with an interest in information technology". Provides links to related web sites, listings of local chapters, the history of the organization, and membership information.

Association for Women in Mathematics
http://www.awm-math.org/

Formed in 1971, the Association for Women in Mathematics exists "to encourage women in the mathematical sciences." The site contains biographies of female mathematicians as well as educational and career resources, from brochures to online job information. The site also includes information about the organizations own programs, workshops, and awards.

Association of Women Professionals
http://www.awoman.org/

"The Association of Women Professionals is a women's organization dedicated to assisting women in expanding their networks, finding opportunities, and developing their skills. The site includes a newsletter, business directory, links, mentoring program, list of grants and scholarships, and events."

European Women in Mathematics
http://www.math.helsinki.fi/EWM/

EWM was "conceived at the International Congress of Mathematicians in Berkeley to encourage women to take up and continue their studies in mathematics, to support women with or desiring careers in research in mathematics or mathematics related fields, to provide a meeting place for these women, to foster international scientific communication among women and men in the mathematical community, to cooperate with groups and organizations, in Europe and elsewhere, with similar goals." This site has news, an annual newsletter, and information about upcoming meetings.

National Association for Female Executives
http://www.nafe.com/

"The National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) is the nation's largest businesswomens' association. NAFE provides the resources and services­ through education, networking, and public advocacy ­to empower its members to achieve career success and financial security." It currently consists of almost 200,000 members in the U.S. and abroad. This site provides information about NAFE, its membership benefits and services, and NAFE networks around the country. It also includes articles and information about business and management, selected articles from its Executive Female magazine, and links to business-related sites.

National Association of Railway Business Women
http://www.narbw.org/

This organization's mission is "to stimulate loyalty and interest in the railroad industry; to foster cooperation and better understanding within the railroad industry and its affiliates; to create good public relations for the railroad industry; and to undertake charitable/benevolent and social welfare projects." This site provides general information about the organization, its membership, activities, and publications.

National Association of Women Business Owners
http://www.nawbo.org/

"The National Foundation for Women Business Owners (NFWBO) is the National Association of Women Business Owners nonprofit research, leadership development, and entrepreneurial training foundation. The organization promote and supports the growth of women-owned businesses around the country. NFWBO has formed partnerships with other organizations to provide the latest statistics on women-owned businesses." This site provides brief information about the organization and links to recent press releases summarizing research studies on women-owned businesses.

National Association of Women in Construction
http://www.nawic.org/

"NAWIC is a professional association of women working in construction and construction-related industries. It was established in 1955 by 16 founding members. Today, there are more than 6,000 members in the United States and Canada." This site provides very general information about the organization, its activities, and publications.

9to5, National Association of Working Women
http://www.feminist.com/9to5.htm

³9to5, National Association of Working Women is the largest membership organization of working women in the country² with nearly 15,000 members nationwide. ³Although the heart of the organization is secretaries, data processors, and office workers, 9to5 is a voice for all working women, regardless of their position or background.² This page provides general information about the organization, its activities, and a list of its publications.

Society of Women Engineers
http://www.swe.org/

The mission of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is to stimulate women to achieve full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the image of the engineering profession, and demonstrate the value of diversity. This site provides information about membership, services, upcoming conferences, its regional chapters, and the SWE magazine.

Women in the Fire Service, Inc.
http://www.wfsi.org/

"Women in the Fire Service, Inc., is a non-profit, membership-based organization providing networking and advocacy for fire service women, and resources and information for the fire service as a whole. We have been in existence for more than eighteen years publishing information, holding conferences, and providing guidance towards the goal of a harmoniously diverse fire service." This site provides a variety of information resources related to women in the fire service, including the history of women in firefighting; statistics; discussion of issues and adversities facing women firefighters; events and news; job announcements; and publications.

Women's Council of Realtors
http://www.wcr.org/

The Women's Council of Realtors (WCR) is a professional association for female real estate professionals. It was established in 1938 and currently has 13,000 members. This site provides a searchable membership directory, information about membership benefits, programs, and services, and a calendar of upcoming events.