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There is a varied and rewarding choice of volunteering opportunities available to members, ranging from positions on the Board of Trustees and Congress, to participation in key committees, panels, special interest groups and regional member groups.
No matter where you are on your personal journey, or what your area of interest is, there are many opportunities for you to develop new contacts, increase your knowledge, or give something back to the wider chemical engineering community.
If you are passionate about chemical, biochemical or process engineering, why not join thousands of other professionals and volunteer with us!?For more information about volunteering for IChemE, contact volunteer@icheme.org.
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In line with Engineering Council requirements, we would like a small team of members to undertake a number of independent scheduled audits on IChemE processes.
We are seeking volunteers to join this team – in particular, those who have experience in auditing and management systems. This is a great opportunity to ensure standards are maintained and the continuous improvement of the member experience.
You would be required to spend 2-3 separate days at IChemE offices in Rugby as well as some preparatory and follow-up work. Travel and accommodation costs would be covered where required. We have 3 scheduled audits to complete before end of December so we would welcome interest from members with availability during this time.
For an informal discussion please contact volunteer@icheme.org or click “Apply now” and complete the short form to register your interest.
Closing date: 15/10/2025
Do you want to play a role in shaping the future of chemical engineering worldwide?? We are recruiting for University Accreditation Assessors to help set and maintain the high? standards that underpin the profession.? The role is open to both academics and industrialists who are Chartered Members or Fellows of IChemE.? Accreditations take place in the UK, across Europe, Australasia and Asia so we are looking for assessors across all of these regions who can conduct 1 - 2 accreditation visits per year.? This is always a popular volunteer role so if you would like to get involved, please take a look at the full details and apply!
Closing date: 31/12/2025
The Cumbria Member Group are recruiting for additional committee members to participate in the planning and delivery of an annual programme of events supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 03/10/2025
The Cumbria Member Group are recruiting for a Committee Secretary to support the Chair and contribute to the budgeting, planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities. If you have strong communication skills and would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 03/10/2025
The Midlands Member Group are recruiting for additional committee members to participate in the planning and delivery of an annual programme of events supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 30/11/2025
The National Early Careers Group UK and Ireland is committed to supporting members in the early stages of their careers in chemical engineering.? We are now recruiting a Committee Chair to lead and direct the planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities and support a committee of active volunteers. You will need to be a member of IChemE (student members not eligible),? preferably working towards professional registration.? An early career member is defined as a member of IChemE less than ten years into their professional career.? ?
Closing date: 03/10/2025
The National Early Careers Group UK and Ireland is committed to supporting members in the early stages of their careers in chemical engineering.? We are recruiting for additional committee members to join the committee to participate in the planning and delivery of an annual programme of events supporting IChemE's strategy. You will need to be a member of IChemE,? preferably working towards professional registration.? An early career member is defined as a member of IChemE less than ten years into their professional career.? If you would like to get involved in this active group, please apply.? This is an excellent opportunity for early careers members to develop their skills and experience, network and enhance their CPD.??
Closing date: 21/10/2025
The Portsmouth and Southampton Member Group are recruiting for additional committee members to participate in the planning and delivery of an annual programme of events supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 03/10/2025
The Portsmouth and Southampton Member Group are recruiting for a Committee Secretary to support the Chair and contribute to the budgeting, planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities. If you have strong communication skills and would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 03/10/2025
The Victoria Member Group are recruiting for additional committee members to participate in the planning and delivery of an annual programme of events supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 10/10/2025
The Malaysia National Board are recruiting for a Vice Chair to work closely with the Chair to support in identifying strategic priorities for Malaysia, supporting the Board of Trustees via the Member Engagement Committee and representing the profession for Malaysia. The Vice Chair will progress to Chair once the current Chairs' term concludes. This role is available to IChemE members at Fellow or Chartered grade.? If you would like to be considered, please apply and provide a supporting statement outlining your interest and suitability for the role as well as details of your seconder in the application form.??
Closing date: 10/10/2025
UKU reviewers (formerly known as ICP assessors) will be Chartered Chemical Engineers, hold CEng registration and experience or an interest in the academic formation of engineers. UKU reviewers assess the underpinning knowledge and understanding of applicants who have not completed an exemplifying qualification and therefore play a vital role in the assessment of those wishing to become Chartered Chemical Engineer.
Closing date: 31/12/2026
We are recruiting for dynamic volunteers looking to support ongoing IChemE engagement in primary schools for children aged four to five years. If you want to get involved with inspiring future chemical engineers, please apply.
Closing date: 25/09/2025
Professional reviewers for Chartered Chemical Engineer must be Chartered Chemical Engineers and hold CEng registration. Working in tandem with another reviewer, they assess the competence and commitment of those wishing to become Chartered Member - Chartered Chemical Engineer (with or without CEng) , which involves the assessment of documentary evidence and an interview.
Closing date: 01/01/2030
Are you interested in inspiring the next generation? We are recruiting volunteers who are members of IChemE at any grade to get involved in a number of volunteering opportunities aimed at engaging young people with chemical engineering.
Closing date: 01/01/2030
The National Early Careers Group Australasia are recruiting Committee members to join them to support the planning and delivery of a programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you are an early career IChemE member and would like to be involved in this group, please apply.
Closing date: 19/09/2025
The National Early Careers Group Australasia are recruiting a Committee Secretary to support the Chair in the planning and delivery of a programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply.
Closing date: 19/09/2025
The Sustainability Hub Technical Advisory Group (TAG) are looking to recruit additional volunteers with expertise in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's) of Good Health and Wellbeing, Clean Water and Sanitation and Affordable and Clean Energy. If you think you can contribute, please apply!
Closing date: 31/08/2025
Professional Reviewers for Fellow work in pairs to assess the documentary evidence submitted by those wishing to become Fellows of IChemE and carry out interviews where required. Volunteers must be current members at Fellow grade to carry out this role.
Closing date: 01/12/2030
UKU reviewers (formerly known as ICP assessors) will have CEng registration and experience or an interest in the academic formation of engineers. UKU reviewers assess the underpinning knowledge and understanding of applicants who have not completed an exemplifying qualification and therefore play a vital role in the assessment of those wishing to become Professional Process Safety Engineers.
Closing date: 01/01/2030
The National Early Careers Group Malaysia and South East Asia are recruiting for a Committee Chair to direct the planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply.
Closing date: 19/09/2025
The National Early Careers Group Malaysia and South East Asia are recruiting a Committee Secretary to support the Chair in the planning and delivery of a programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply.
Closing date: 19/09/2025
The National Early Careers Group Malaysia and South East Asia are recruiting Committee members to join them to support the planning and delivery of a programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you are an early career IChemE member and would like to be involved in this group, please apply.
Closing date: 19/09/2025
IChemE's Accredited Company Training Scheme (ACTS) demonstrates quality assured professional practice of a company or organisation in the training and development of their staff. We are recruiting Assessors to conduct credible reviews of company training schemes submitted for accreditation. If you would like to be involved, please apply!
Closing date: 19/12/2025
The Chemical Engineers Benevolent Fund is the charity that helps engineers respond to difficult changes in their circumstances. We are recruiting volunteer Ambassadors to help raise awareness of the Benevolent Fund as well as build relationships with potential supporters and organise fundraising events. If you would like to get involved in this brand new volunteering opportunity, please apply!
Closing date: 30/09/2025
IChemE are recruiting for Student Ambassadors to work closely with staff to communicate the benefits of membership to student members, highlight new and existing opportunities and ensure they are getting the most from their membership and are supported through their studies. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 30/09/2025
IChemE are recruiting for Student Ambassadors in New Zealand to work closely with staff to communicate the benefits of membership to student members, highlight new and existing opportunities and ensure they are getting the most from their membership and are supported through their studies. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 30/09/2025
Professional reviewers for Professional Process Safety Engineer must be Professional Process Safety Engineers and hold CEng registration.? Working in tandem with another reviewer, they assess the competence and commitment of those wishing to become Professional Process Safety Engineers, which involves the assessment of documentary evidence and an interview.
Closing date: 31/12/2025
IChemE are recruiting for Student Ambassadors to work closely with staff to communicate the benefits of membership to student members, highlight new and existing opportunities and ensure they are getting the most from their membership and are supported through their studies. If you would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 30/09/2025
The Palm Oil Processing Special Interest Group are recruiting for a Committee Secretary to support the Chair and contribute to the budgeting, planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities. If you have strong communication skills and would like to get involved, please apply!
Closing date: 17/10/2025
The Palm Oil Processing Special Interest Group are recruiting for a Committee Chair to direct the planning and delivery of an annual programme of activities supporting IChemE's strategy. If you would like to get involved, please apply.
Closing date: 17/10/2025