Volunteer

Become an Engineers Ireland volunteer

Engineers Ireland volunteers help to raise the profile of engineering in Ireland. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to give back to the engineering community while enhancing your skills and knowledge.

Volunteering can benefit you on a personal and professional level, giving you the chance to make a difference to your profession.

Personal and professional rewards

Network

Volunteering allows you to meet and network with other engineers

CPD

Volunteering counts towards your annual CPD requirement

Share knowledge

Pass on your expertise to those starting in the industry

Develop your skills

Develop your presentation and communication skills

Which path suits you?

Volunteer opportunities

There are many volunteer opportunities available for engineering professionals. Read on to see which of the following opportunities best suit you.

STEPS volunteers

Our STEPS programme is a not-for-profit outreach initiative aimed at informing young people, parents and teachers about the world of engineering. Volunteers visit local schools to talk about careers in engineering and inspire the next generation of engineers.

Interviewers and assessors

We rely on experienced interviewers (Chartered for at least three years) to assess members' experience and qualifications against the requirements for professional titles. Volunteering as an interviewer or assessor allows you to ensure high professional standards in the industry.

Mentors

Mentors support members applying for a professional title through the experiential learning route. Your experience and helpful approach can help a peer examine their career in relation to the competences required for the professional titles.

Communities and groups

Our regional branches, engineering divisions and societies are run by dedicated committees of volunteers. Volunteering to participate in a committee is an ideal way to gain the most from your membership.

CPD expert

Are you an expert in an upcoming or cutting edge field of engineering? You can contribute to future seminars or panel discussions to share knowledge with members who work in a similar field.

Graduate volunteering

We give engineering students a dedicated career session in their final year of college. Graduate engineers are invited to attend and present a short 15 minute presentation on the skills that engineering companies expect in graduates

Third Level Accreditation volunteers

Accreditation volunteers from industry and academia evaluate third level engineering programmes by interviewing students, employers and staff, touring facilities and reviewing evidence. Volunteering ensures international standards in engineering education.

Code of Good Practice for Engineers Ireland Volunteers

Volunteers are the public face of Engineers Ireland and for this reason we will outline what is expected of them. When applying to volunteer you will be asked to declare and confirm that you have read, understand and will implement the code of good practice.

Why you should volunteer

Engineers Ireland couldn’t function without the participation of members who take on volunteering commitments throughout the year. By volunteering you can get valuable CPD credits, network with other engineers, hone your presentation skills and share your knowledge.

Code of Good Practice for Engineers Ireland Volunteers

Volunteers are the public face of Engineers Ireland and for this reason we will outline what is expected of them. Engineers Ireland is committed to providing safe and enjoyable volunteer opportunities and as such the following code is expected to be observed at all times.

Observe Engineers Ireland’s Code of Ethic ensuring professional integrity is practised
Confidentiality must be respected
Substance abuse is not tolerated
All concerns should be reported to your ‘volunteer leader’- you will be assigned a volunteer leader when you first volunteer

When applying to volunteer you will be asked to declare and confirm that you have read, understand and will implement the code of good practice.