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Professional Associations for Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Professional associations are organizations that promote an occupation or industry by providing networking opportunities, workshops, and other support for current and future workers. They often sponsor conferences where members present research and discuss industry trends. Some offer discounted student memberships, and conference presentations can help newcomers build experience in their field.

There are many professional associations for Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, and we’ve gathered links to a selection of these below..

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Focused on the application of mechanical engineering knowledge, skills and principles from conception to the design, development, analysis and operation of mechanical systems.
IEEE
IEEE, pronounced "Eye-triple-E," stands for the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The organization is chartered under this name and it is the full legal name. There are numerous societies and special interest groups for mechanical and industrial engineers.
Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)
Founded in 1948, IISE helps its members improve complex organizations around the world and across industries. Throughout their careers, members turn to IISE for tools and connections that provide an integrated and systemic perspective to business challenges. Solving complex problems is our common objective.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME:)
Established in 1932, SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing. SME leads the industrial ecosystem by elevating manufacturers, academia and the communities in which they operate.
American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)
ASEE is a clearinghouse of information about engineering education and an important tool in shaping the future of the field.EE
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
For more than seven decades, SWE has given women engineers a unique place and voice within the engineering industry. Our organization is centered around a passion for our members’ success and continues to evolve with the challenges and opportunities reflected in today’s exciting engineering and technology specialties.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States. NSBE, founded in 1975, supports and promotes the aspirations of collegiate and pre-collegiate students and technical professionals in engineering and technology.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
SHPE is the largest association in the nation for Hispanics in STEM. They offer effective training, mentorship, and programming for its vibrant community.
Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE)
SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential.
American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES)
Founded in 1977, growing the AISES membership above our current 5,900 individual members is key to achieving our mission. AISES supports 230 affiliated pre-college schools, 196 chartered college and university chapters, 3 tribal chapters, and 18 professional chapters in the U.S. and Canada. We promote the highest standards of education and professional excellence to widen the STEM workforce and grow sector support. We highlight the geographic, economic, and social aspects of STEM education and careers.