The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is a leading professional engineering body, with 110,000 members worldwide.
Who we are
Join us as an Associate Member and make your mark on our changing world. Engineers are crucial in finding innovative and practical solutions to our shared global challenges.
We are committed to supporting our graduate engineers. We will give you the skills, support, tools and connections you need to realise your full career potential.
Whether you have already started your career or are job hunting - join us and get career ready. It is the membership grade designed specifically for graduate engineers.
As an Associate Member you will receive the following benefits:
Get recognition with the post-nominal AMIMechE
Work towards professional registration as a Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) Engineer
Develop essential work-ready skills
Stay informed with the Professional Engineering app or magazine
Get help with essentials through our Support Network's Newly Qualified fund
Associate Membership
What is Associate Membership?
If you're a graduate with an undergraduate degree in a science, technology, engineering or maths (STEM) subject you can join us as an Associate Member. Associate membership puts you in control of your engineering career.
You will unlock the next stage of your professional development, allowing you to begin working towards becoming a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
Why become an Associate Member?
Get AMIMechE registered
Work towards IEng or CEng registration
Develop essential work-ready skills
Enhance your CV
Open up career opportunities
Boost your earning potential
Member Benefits
Professional Engineering Magazine
Professional Development Tools
Training
Webinar Hub
Events
Library
Volunteering
Support Network
Awards and Scholarships
These are just some of the benefits you get as an Associate Member. You’ll find out more about the full package in the Guide to Membership included in your digital Associate Member Welcome Pack, which you will receive after your application is successful.
Equality and Diversity
We strive to be inclusive, act with integrity, innovate and make a positive impact. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. Our five-year strategy A Case for Change: Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 aims to make the Institution and engineering more attractive and welcoming to a wider community.