Career development
The ICE has everything you need to kickstart a successful career journey. Explore the ICE Careers app or join regular careers talks to better understand your career options and pathways to professional qualifications.
Join the ICE as a Student Member for free and access resources to get a head start in your career and build your industry knowledge. Explore the ICE Careers app, events, the ICE Knowledge Hub, ICE Rewards benefits and more.
What are the benefits of becoming an ICE Student Member?
Civil engineering and infrastructure students and apprentices can unlock a host of benefits to support your studies, help you learn about the industry and get ready for a successful career.
Here are some key benefits of joining the ICE as a Student Member:
Professional growth
The ICE will support you in pursuing a professional qualification, with an estimated £9,000 annual premium for professionally qualified engineers. Begin recording your progress with the ICE Careers app tracker tool.
Lifelong learning
Explore the ICE's extensive library, Knowledge Hub and publications like New Civil Engineer and our Civil Engineering Journal.
Supplement your studies by attending events, and access our training sessions and thought leadership content.
Connections and community
Connect with the ICE’s global and local network of engineers. Keep up to date via our @ice_universities Instagram account or join the Early Careers Network (ECNet) to connect with peers.
Wellbeing and rewards
Receive personalised assistance through the ICE Benevolent Fund and access resources for your wellbeing via its wellbeing portal. Explore potential grant opportunities to support your academic and professional journey.
Enjoy money-saving discounts through ICE Rewards.
Don't yet have a MyICE account?
No problem, just follow our 2-step process below:
- Create a MyICE account.
- Log in and start your student application.
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Who is student membership for?
You can join us if you're studying:
- Engineering or an engineering-related course at university or college*
- Or if you're working on a placement or apprenticeship
*This doesn't include A levels - if you are studying A levels why not check out our 15-18s page which offers advice on what subjects to study and other options to further your study
If you're not already a member, we'd love to welcome you to the ICE. Becoming part of our professional association gives you a valuable introduction to the world of civil engineering. It also looks good on your CV/resume.
As a Student Member you can get support throughout your studies or apprenticeship.
If you have already completed your studies please visit our graduate member page to find out how to join us.
Get career ready
Discover our new ICE Careers app for undergraduate students to help you plan your career, track your professional development and find ICE student events.
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Got a question about student membership?
For expert advice on your next step to professional qualification, our membership team are here to help.