Lost and found:
women engineers in tech

To address this challenge and help bridge the STEM gender gap, Siemens launched their flagship program – Inżynierki 4.0 (Women Engineers 4.0) – a concrete initiative that empowers female students and graduates to take their first confident steps into careers in robotics, automation, IT, and engineering.

Every year, over 120 women apply to participate. A jury selects 30 finalists, who are invited to Siemens’ headquarters for an intensive two-day workshop. The experience blends technical skill-building with real-world exposure: participants engage in hands-on sessions, learn directly from experts, and connect with successful female role models already working in the industry. 

As Marta Benedyczak puts it, “One key way to attract more women into the tech industry is by creating and promoting strong role models who can inspire and guide others. When women see successful individuals who look like them and have overcome similar challenges, it becomes easier to imagine themselves in those roles. Role models help break stereotypes and show that a career in tech is not only possible but also rewarding.”

“Equally important is supporting young women in building networks. Networking provides access to mentorship, job opportunities, and peer support. Women’s tech communities, events, and online platforms can help create these valuable connections and reduce the feeling of isolation.”, she adds.