We Saved You a Seat – Programs for Diversity

We Saved You a Seat is a project at Algonquin College to establish a diverse learning environment where all our learners can succeed. Our intent is to:

  • Actively recruit women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) programs
  • Create programs where women feel real belonging
  • Attract more women to non-traditional careers

Fletcher Foundation STEM Video Series

Take a look and view our video series demonstrating the opportunities available to women with an education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs.

Our Goals

To increase the number of women in the technology industry, we will:

  • We reserve up to 30% of classroom seats for qualified women
  • Raise awareness of the career opportunities available for women with an education in technology
  • Provide the necessary program support, including mentoring and financial incentives

Program Waitlist

We saved you a seat if you are a female applicant who applies by the equal consideration date of February 1st.

If you are a female applicant applying after February 1st to one of the participating programs, you can still apply even if the program is waitlisted. You will be prioritized on the waiting list should a spot become available.

Your Career

Our STEM programs offer graduates a variety of rewarding career options in fields where women are breaking new ground and making innovative contributions.

Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Co-op and Non Co-op Version): Pursue a career supporting today’s IT carriers in our nationally accredited program. Access Cisco and Aruba hardware labs and network-based operating systems, which provide the best education available and focus on the technical aspects of common components in the industry. Learn troubleshooting techniques for computer hardware, operating systems, networking technologies and system administration. You will also study how to provide customer support, write technical reports, and solve problems through troubleshooting.

Computer Systems Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version) Pembroke

Construction Engineering Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Electrical Engineering Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician

Mechanical Engineering Technology (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Powerline Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)