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Social Impact in Tech
Some of the most pressing problems today — climate, healthcare access, misinformation, economic inequality — are increasingly being tackled with code. This panel brings together technologists who've built their careers at that intersection, choosing roles where technical skill is in direct service of social good and thinking seriously about the ethics of the systems they build. They'll talk about what drew them to mission-driven work, and how to find (or create) a role where your work actually means something. It's a conversation for anyone who's ever wondered if you can do meaningful work and still love the technical side of the job.
Startup Exhibition
Building a company from the ground up is thrilling, terrifying, and completely unpredictable — and nobody knows that better than the founders behind Boston's next wave of startups. This exhibition brings them together in one room to showcase what they're building and talk honestly about what day one actually looked like. You'll get a rare, unfiltered look at early-stage entrepreneurship. Come with questions — founders love talking about how it all began and what they're working on today!
UI/UX Panel
Every app you love using was designed by someone who obsessed over details you never had to think about. This panel brings together UI/UX designers to talk about what goes into building interfaces that feel intuitive — especially as AI-driven products raise new questions about trust, usability, and how much users should even see of what's happening under the hood. They'll share how they got into design, what the job actually looks like day to day, and how to build a portfolio that stands out. A great session for anyone curious about the craft behind good design.
Product Management Panel
Product management is one of the most in-demand roles in tech right now, and also one of the hardest to explain — ask five PMs what they do and you'll get five different answers. This panel brings together product managers to finally offer some clarity on what the role actually involves, especially as companies race to ship AI-powered products and PMs are increasingly expected to bridge technical, design, and business decisions. They'll talk about how they broke into the field, what skills matter most, and what a typical week actually looks like. If you've ever been curious about PM as a career path, this is the panel for you.
Biotech Panel
Biotech sits at the intersection of biology, data, and software, as computational tools become increasingly central to drug discovery, diagnostics, and genomics. This panel brings together professionals working in the space to talk about how they got there and what it actually looks like to turn research into something that reaches patients. They'll speak about the technical skills that matter, the pace of the field, and where they see it heading next. A great session for anyone curious about applying tech skills to healthcare and life sciences.
Cybersecurity Panel
As cyberattacks grow more frequent — increasingly powered by the same AI tools meant to defend against them — the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been higher. This panel brings together people working on both sides of the field: the technical side, defending systems and responding to threats, and the policy side, shaping the rules that govern how organizations handle security. They'll talk about how they broke into cybersecurity, what the work actually involves, and where they see the field heading as threats evolve.
Job Panel
Landing the job is only half the battle — this session covers the parts nobody really prepares you for. Panelists will walk through how to negotiate salary and benefits with confidence, what to expect in your first few months on the job, and how to set yourself up to actually thrive once you're there. Expect honest, practical advice, not just generic tips you've already heard. If you want to walk into your next offer (or your first year) prepared, you need to attend this session!
Internship Panel
The internship pipeline can feel like a black box — endless applications, unclear timelines, and interview processes that vary wildly by company. This session breaks it all down, covering what recruiters are actually looking for and how to navigate the application and interview process from start to finish. Panelists will share what worked (and what didn't) in their own internship search, especially given how competitive the entry-level tech market has become.
Workshop
Code & Sip Workshop
Whether you've never written a line of code or simply want a low-pressure space to build something new, this workshop is for you. In a relaxed, social setting, you'll get hands-on with beginner-friendly tools that are reshaping how people learn to build software. As AI-assisted coding becomes part of how even professional engineers work, this session is a great way to see what that actually looks like in practice. Bring a laptop, grab a drink (on us), and leave having built something real.
Networking
Find Your Fit
As tech companies scale their infrastructure and AI systems, roles like Cloud Engineer, ML Engineer, and Data Engineer have exploded in demand — but most students never get exposed to them beyond the job title. This session gives you the chance to change that: six hands-on stations, each staffed by professionals ready to walk you through what their job actually looks like day to day. Think speed-dating, but for careers. Wander through, ask as many questions as you want, and leave with a much clearer picture of where you might see yourself in the future.
Mentor Circles
Get to know some of your favorite WiT 2026 speakers in a smaller, more personal setting. In small groups, you'll have the chance to ask the questions that don't always come up in a panel format — about career decisions, tough moments, or things they wish someone had told them earlier. The smaller format makes it easy to actually have a conversation instead of just listening to one. It's one of the best chances all day to build a real connection with someone further along in their career
Resume Reviews
Your resume is often the first thing a recruiter sees, and in a competitive job market, it needs to work hard. In this session, you'll get one-on-one, personalized feedback from recruiters and professionals who review resumes for a living. They'll help you figure out what to cut, what to highlight, and how to make sure your experience actually comes across the way you want it to. Come with your resume in hand and leave with a clear plan.
Conference Programs
All
Panels & Talks
Panels & Talks
Workshop
Networking
Panels & Talks
Social Impact in Tech
Some of the most pressing problems today — climate, healthcare access, misinformation, economic inequality — are increasingly being tackled with code. This panel brings together technologists who've built their careers at that intersection, choosing roles where technical skill is in direct service of social good and thinking seriously about the ethics of the systems they build. They'll talk about what drew them to mission-driven work, and how to find (or create) a role where your work actually means something. It's a conversation for anyone who's ever wondered if you can do meaningful work and still love the technical side of the job.
Startup Exhibition
Building a company from the ground up is thrilling, terrifying, and completely unpredictable — and nobody knows that better than the founders behind Boston's next wave of startups. This exhibition brings them together in one room to showcase what they're building and talk honestly about what day one actually looked like. You'll get a rare, unfiltered look at early-stage entrepreneurship. Come with questions — founders love talking about how it all began and what they're working on today!
UI/UX Panel
Every app you love using was designed by someone who obsessed over details you never had to think about. This panel brings together UI/UX designers to talk about what goes into building interfaces that feel intuitive — especially as AI-driven products raise new questions about trust, usability, and how much users should even see of what's happening under the hood. They'll share how they got into design, what the job actually looks like day to day, and how to build a portfolio that stands out. A great session for anyone curious about the craft behind good design.
Product Management Panel
Product management is one of the most in-demand roles in tech right now, and also one of the hardest to explain — ask five PMs what they do and you'll get five different answers. This panel brings together product managers to finally offer some clarity on what the role actually involves, especially as companies race to ship AI-powered products and PMs are increasingly expected to bridge technical, design, and business decisions. They'll talk about how they broke into the field, what skills matter most, and what a typical week actually looks like. If you've ever been curious about PM as a career path, this is the panel for you.
Biotech Panel
Biotech sits at the intersection of biology, data, and software, as computational tools become increasingly central to drug discovery, diagnostics, and genomics. This panel brings together professionals working in the space to talk about how they got there and what it actually looks like to turn research into something that reaches patients. They'll speak about the technical skills that matter, the pace of the field, and where they see it heading next. A great session for anyone curious about applying tech skills to healthcare and life sciences.
Cybersecurity Panel
As cyberattacks grow more frequent — increasingly powered by the same AI tools meant to defend against them — the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been higher. This panel brings together people working on both sides of the field: the technical side, defending systems and responding to threats, and the policy side, shaping the rules that govern how organizations handle security. They'll talk about how they broke into cybersecurity, what the work actually involves, and where they see the field heading as threats evolve.
Job Panel
Landing the job is only half the battle — this session covers the parts nobody really prepares you for. Panelists will walk through how to negotiate salary and benefits with confidence, what to expect in your first few months on the job, and how to set yourself up to actually thrive once you're there. Expect honest, practical advice, not just generic tips you've already heard. If you want to walk into your next offer (or your first year) prepared, you need to attend this session!
Internship Panel
The internship pipeline can feel like a black box — endless applications, unclear timelines, and interview processes that vary wildly by company. This session breaks it all down, covering what recruiters are actually looking for and how to navigate the application and interview process from start to finish. Panelists will share what worked (and what didn't) in their own internship search, especially given how competitive the entry-level tech market has become.
Workshop
Code & Sip Workshop
Whether you've never written a line of code or simply want a low-pressure space to build something new, this workshop is for you. In a relaxed, social setting, you'll get hands-on with beginner-friendly tools that are reshaping how people learn to build software. As AI-assisted coding becomes part of how even professional engineers work, this session is a great way to see what that actually looks like in practice. Bring a laptop, grab a drink (on us), and leave having built something real.
Networking
Find Your Fit
As tech companies scale their infrastructure and AI systems, roles like Cloud Engineer, ML Engineer, and Data Engineer have exploded in demand — but most students never get exposed to them beyond the job title. This session gives you the chance to change that: six hands-on stations, each staffed by professionals ready to walk you through what their job actually looks like day to day. Think speed-dating, but for careers. Wander through, ask as many questions as you want, and leave with a much clearer picture of where you might see yourself in the future.
Mentor Circles
Get to know some of your favorite WiT 2026 speakers in a smaller, more personal setting. In small groups, you'll have the chance to ask the questions that don't always come up in a panel format — about career decisions, tough moments, or things they wish someone had told them earlier. The smaller format makes it easy to actually have a conversation instead of just listening to one. It's one of the best chances all day to build a real connection with someone further along in their career
Resume Reviews
Your resume is often the first thing a recruiter sees, and in a competitive job market, it needs to work hard. In this session, you'll get one-on-one, personalized feedback from recruiters and professionals who review resumes for a living. They'll help you figure out what to cut, what to highlight, and how to make sure your experience actually comes across the way you want it to. Come with your resume in hand and leave with a clear plan.
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A new collection of speakers on its way! Check out last year's speakers here!
A new collection of speakers on its way! Check out last year's speakers here!
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