Join as a student member
Are you studying to be an engineer? Congratulations on your great study choice! You are in just the right place because here you can join the Union of Professional Engineers in Finland as a student member.
Student membership
The Union of Professional Engineers in Finland is an affiliate of the Akava trade union confederation. It brings together engineering students, working engineers, and other technical experts – you can join this community as soon as you start studying.
Students who are studying to become engineers, building architects, construction foremen or laboratory sciences can join as a student member. Read more on website Who can join the Union of Professional Engineers in Finland.
Joining
By filling in your details on the membership form, you will become a member of both The Union of Engineering Students and your local association. You get the benefits and services of the Union at a student price of €30 for 5 years and you can be part of a community that supports you at all stages of your life. Go to the membership form:
Why join the Union as a student?
Read below why you should join the Union while studying!
Membership benefits
All membership benefits are included with the student membership. As a member you enjoy various benefits on e.g. travel, accommodation, sports and banking. Travel insurance (Finland and abroad) is included in your membership with no extra charge. In addition, you can enjoy discounts at various shops and service providers through the Member+ service and the CityShoppari app.
Download the ILRY Mobiili app
Once you receive your membership number, download the ILRY Mobiili app. It serves as your digital membership card and travel insurance information. By showing your mobile membership card, you can access many member benefits. The app also includes Training and Event calendar, Job Board, and access to CityShoppari.
Student culture
Student culture and various student events are an essential part of student life. Take part in nationwide classics such as Engineering Student Days and the ASTin cruise, and check out the events organized by your local association. The culture also includes the engineer’s cap and its traditions, and of course, the overalls.
Banking benefits for students
Student membership of the Union gives you access to building blocks of financial peace of mind or fygge at a lower cost than non-members. Take advantage of top benefits on student loans, credit cards, regular fund savings, and equity savings accounts.
Are you employed?
Remember to join the unemployment fund already during your studies! You can join the KOKO unemployment fund through the Union of Professional Engineers in Finland.
When you graduate
When you graduate, you will be able to transfer your student membership to full membership by filling out a graduation notice. It is worthwhile joining the Union already when you are a student, as after graduating you will receive a discount on the membership fee for the first 18 months – it is a profitable deal!
But we’ll talk about it later, now’s the time to get your student membership in order! The most convenient way to become a member is by filling out the admission form online.
Support at Every Step as a Student Member
The Union of Professional Engineers in Finland offers its members services that help you refine your job application documents, advance your career, and ensure you get the salary you deserve — even in summer jobs and internships. Plus, you’ll avoid the pitfalls of working life with the Union’s employment advice and legal services. Check out all the free services available to members!
Local associations
Local associations of the Union of Engineering Students can be found in all polytechnic schools that provide technical education. Local associations monitor your interests at the school and act as your contact point with the Union. Local associations also organize different student events.
Training and events for students
You can’t learn everything at school. That’s why the Union of Professional Engineers in Finland organizes webinars and training for its members on different topics, focusing on looking for a job, working life, and career development. As a student member, you can take part in the training and get the best possible building blocks for your career. The Union also provides student activists with different training courses throughout the year.
Events for students
The Union in brief
Better working life is built not only by laws, but also by making agreements, creating new practices, and by working together. The Union of Professional Engineers in Finland cooperates with employer and employee organizations, companies, universities, and other partners. The Union has approx. 80,000 members.
More usefull information for student members
Links for student members:
Customer Service
Customer Service is available
weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
asiakaspalvelu@ilry.fi
tel. 0201 801 801
