IPWEA Student Membership

Start your journey with real industry connections, guidance and opportunities as you build your career in public works.

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About Student Membership

The IPWEA Student Membership is designed for students who are preparing to build their career in public works, infrastructure and asset management. It connects you with a national professional community, giving access to practical industry insights, networking opportunities and guidance from experienced practitioners.

Who is Considered a Student?

A student is enrolled in a degree program (either undergraduate or graduate) at an institution of higher learning and registered full-time according to the definition of their respective academic institution and is not employed full-time.

Please Note: A transcript must be supplied and valid at the time of joining and at renewal each year.

Eligibility

Enrolled in a Degree Program

You should be enrolled in a degree program (either undergraduate or graduate) at an institution of higher learning.

Full Time Study

You should be a full-time student according to the definition of your respective academic institution

Employment Conditions

You must not be in a full-time employment agreement with an employer to qualify for student membership.

Membership Benefits

Learn about all the benefits of becoming a student member of IPWEA.

Member Discounts

Get exclusive member only discounts on various IPWEA events.

Discounts on our asset management pathway courses.

Discounts across our training offerings such as webinars.

Discounts on our international conference events like IPWC.

Free Membership

Becoming a student member is totally free of charge. No hidden fee or additional costs.

IPWEA Post-Nominals

IPWEA Members are eligible to use our post-nominals helping you stand out to employers and peers.

Expanded Eligibility

Get access to exclusive events which are reserved for IPWEA members only.

Be eligible for overseas study tour fellowships.

Submit nomination for Excellence Awards.

Get voting rights in IPWEA Annual General Meetings.

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Young IPWEA

The Young IPWEA community was created to support, develop and advocate for young members of IPWEA enabling them to realise their full potential in leading public works and services, infrastructure planning, delivery and operations.

Whether you're a student, graduate or early-career professional, Young IPWEA provides the support, resources and the opportunity to help you grow, connect and make an impact in the industry. Check out the new YIPWEA community hub.

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IPWEA Student Advancement Scholarship

Through the IPWEA Student Member Advancement Scholarship, IPWEA intends to support a student member to gain access to our industry leading conference events, supporting learning and growth, and the develop of relevant networks within the public works sector.

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Our Communities of Practice

Connecting professionals across key public works disciplines to share insights, resources and real-world solutions.

Contact Us

Come on our journey – get in touch!

We welcome professionals from across the public works and asset management sectors to connect, collaborate and grow with us. By joining our community, you will gain access to practical resources, shared experience and a network of peers who understand the challenges and opportunities of the industry.

Together we can continue to strengthen the profession and create meaningful outcomes for our communities.

If you would like to know more, please contact:

IPWEA Australasia Office

Suite 6.03, Level 6, 99 Walker Street, North Sydney, NSW 2060

T: (+61) 1300 416 745

E: admin@ipwea.org

Student Membership