Student Membership - Becoming part of your future profession
What is IPENZ?
First and foremost we are the “home” of engineers and technologists
in New Zealand. We set and maintain the engineering education and practice
standards. These are nationally and internationally benchmarked, through
the IPENZ engineering degree accreditation system, international agreements
and registration processes. Members are governed by the IPENZ Rules, Code
of Ethics, Disciplinary Procedures and Continuing Professional Development
(CPD). CPD policy ensures our Members contribute to and support the engineering
profession and always strive to maintain or enhance their competence.
IPENZ provides Competency Development Programmes that monitor on-the-job learning for young engineers; and liases with engineering education and training providers and industry groups that employ engineers.
IPENZ endorses organisations that have systems in place that support young engineers in the early years of their career development, through the Endorsed Employer Programme. For more information visit the IPENZ website www.ipenz.org.nz
IPENZ has links with a wide range of technical groups to which you may belong. These technical groups provide discussion and dissemination of the latest technical information in specialist areas. Your local IPENZ branch, which you automatically belong to, holds regular meetings at which the professional development needs of members are met. As well as providing an opportunity for input into the future focus and direction of IPENZ, branches also allow you the chance to network with experienced engineers.
IPENZ also celebrates engineering achievements through the presentation of awards and scholarships.
IPENZ actively promotes engineering within schools and the wider community through the Neighbourhood Engineers Programme and Futureintech.
We monitor legislation affecting the profession and make representations to the Government where your future interests and welfare are likely to be involved.
Who is eligible for IPENZ Student Membership?
IPENZ Student Membership is open to all students who are currently studying
engineering at a New Zealand tertiary institution. Students undertaking
a 2 year engineering diploma, 3 year engineering degree or 4 year engineering
degree are eligible to apply.
Why should I join IPENZ?
To become involved in my future profession and establish a network of
contacts before graduation
• To receive student direct – the electronic newsletter
for IPENZ student Members
• To attend IPENZ Branch functions and special events
• To learn about possible scholarships/grants/awards which may be
available
• To receive advice on my initial professional development when
I graduate
• To learn about the IPENZ Endorsed Employer Scheme.
| To gain the most out of your Student Membership, you need to be an active Member. This means attending IPENZ branch meetings, contributing to student direct and being involved in IPENZ events. |
Further Information
If you require any further assistance, contact the IPENZ Student Co-ordinator
at student@ipenz.org.nz
IPENZ Telephone 64 4 473 9444
National Office Facsimile 64 4 474 8933
158 The Terrace
Wellington
website on www.ipenz.org.nz
Student Membership application form
Student Membership of IPENZ is free. With your membership you will receive copies of Student Direct to your nominated email box. However because membership is free students have reduced rights and services. Firstly Student Members cannot vote for representatives on the IPENZ board. Secondly you will not receive the bimonthly magazine e.nz magazine unless you subscribe to it. For details about e.nz magazine visit http://e.nz-magazine.co.nz
When completing this form please keep in mind that it will not be processed unless all mandatory areas are completed.
