IEEE Western European Students and Young Professionals Congress is an annual event organized by IEEE that brings together students and young professionals from Western Europe to network, learn, and share knowledge through talks, workshops, and technical sessions.
The event is an excellent opportunity to meet industry professionals, academics, and project leaders and to explore various engineering-related topics.
The IEEE Western European Students and Young Professionals (WESYP) Congress is a premier event that brings together students, young professionals, and experts from various fields to foster learning, networking, and professional growth. This proposal outlines the plan to conduct WESYP with a focus on “Artificial Intelligence: Sustainability, Ethics, Education, and Environmental Impact” to explore the intersection of AI technology and its impact on the world. The congress will also offer valuable mentorship opportunities, support students in their transition to Young Professionals, and engage with Women in Engineering. This will foster inclusivity, diversity, and collaboration within the tech community, empowering participants to grow and succeed in their careers.
Venue: Hamburg University of Technology
Location: Am Schwarzenberg-Campus 1, 21073 Hamburg, Germany
Date: 11th – 13th September 2025
Hamburg By Air
- The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport (Helmut Schmidt Airport)
- S1 metro line from Hamburg Airport to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- At Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, transfer to S3 or S5 towards Heimfeld
Hamburg-Harburg train station
- Only 20 minutes walk and 5-10 minutes by public transport from the university
- take the lines S3 or S5 to Harburg Rathaus or Heimfeld
Event Details
Day 1: Welcome and AI Foundations
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:00 - 10:00 | Welcome Address & Opening Keynote (Hamburg University of Technology) |
| 10:00 - 12:00 | Workshop: AI for Sustainability - Impact on a Better Future |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Lunch Break (University Cafeteria) |
| 13:00 - 15:00 | Workshop: Ethics and Data Privacy in AI |
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Networking Session: Meet Industry Leaders |
| 18:00 - 21:00 | Multi-Cultural Night (Celebrating Diversity) |
Day 2: Innovation and Networking
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:00 - 11:00 | Workshop: Energy-Efficient and Green AI Technologies |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Panel Discussion: Sustainable AI Innovation |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Lunch Break (University Cafeteria) |
| 13:00 - 15:00 | Workshop: Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in STEM |
| 15:00 - 17:00 | Industry Networking Session (Connect with Potential Employers) |
| 19:00 - 22:00 | Gala Dinner (Authentic Hamburg Restaurant) |
Day 3: Community and Exploration
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:00 - 11:00 | Workshop: Building Community and Career Networks in IEEE |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Closing Keynote: Future of AI in Western Europe |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Lunch Break (University Cafeteria) |
| 13:00 - 17:00 | Local Sightseeing Tour (Elbphilharmonie, Blankenese, Kunsthalle) |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Farewell and Closing Remarks |