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In the world of civil engineering, qualifications and practical experience are vital to the development of a long and successful career. However, civil engineering is a very competitive environment, so it pays to do anything you can to improve your CV.
With that in mind, it's a good idea to rise up the ranks of a professional body, such as the Institution of Civil Engineers or the Institution of Structural Engineers.
Attaining and developing your professional status can offer numerous advantages when applying for construction jobs, as membership of either organisation will add a large amount of kudos to your CV.
The ICE provides a number of membership grades, which are all internationally recognised within the sector.
Students can join for free, and only need to begin paying when they upgrade to graduate membership. With further experience, a civil engineer can attain standard, technician or associate membership, while a long and prestigious career will earn you the
opportunity to become a fellow of the ICE.
The Institution of Structural Engineers - otherwise known as IStructE - also offers tiered membership, with similar levels to the ICE. However, IStructE also offer chartered membership, which requires the applicant to complete an IPD training programme, pass a review interview and complete an exam.
Although this might sound like a lot of work, it's certainly worth it. The higher your membership level in either organisation, the more likely you are to succeed when applying for sought-after construction jobs
Research has shown that becoming a member of such an institution can increase the chance of gaining successful employment and you can expect to earn over 160,000 more over the duration of your career.
Needless to say the benefit also includes the core work of the Institution in supporting and protecting the profession of structural engineering by upholding professional standards and acting as an international voice on behalf of structural engineers.
Membership grades come as,
Student
Graduate
Technician Member
Assiciate Member
Member
Fellow
Affiliate
Companion
The Engineering Council sets and maintains the internationally recognised standards of professional competence and ethics that govern the award and retention ofChartered Engineers in the UK
