Student Membership
The International Association of Emergency Managers is the premier, nonprofit association for emergency managers with over 6,000 members in more than 58 countries around the world. As a member, you’ll have access to networking, professional development, training and exercises, and scholarship opportunities for an annual membership fee of $55.
Student Member Benefits
Participation in IAEM Groups
Make professional connections and gain experience through participation on IAEM committees and caucuses
Explore and join IAEM-USA Committees
Explore and join IAEM-USA Caucuses
Scholarships
IAEM scholarships can cover a portion of your education costs. Applications are accepted every spring.
Awards
IAEM is committed to providing opportunities for students to not only get involved but also to be recognized for their accomplishments. The IAEM Awards Program features two awards specifically for students. The Student of the Year Award recognizes the work of an individual student who has made a difference through their work. The IAEM Student Chapter of the Year recognizes an extraordinary IAEM Student Chapter.
Job and Intership Opportunities
Whether you’re looking for a job close to home or in another country, the IAEM job board is a central database of open positions in emergency management across the globe. Find a job or internship that suits your interests and skills by filtering opportunities based on function, type, location, and required experience level. IAEM will also provide a complimentary review of and suggestions to improve your resume.
Professional Development
Advance your career in emergency management by improving your professional knowledge, competence, skill, and effectiveness. IAEM, in partnership with FEMA, offers a multitude of professional development opportunities to help you become a more competitive job candidate and take your career to the next level:
- IAEM Certifications
- IAEM Events - Learn about the latest best practices in emergency management, meet fellow emergency managers, share ideas, and build important relationships through our Annual Conference & EMEX Expo, council meetings, regional meetings, and other critical gatherings.
- FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University
Create A Student Chapter
Build a community of emergency management students at your college or university and connect to the vast, global network of IAEM members. Student chapters can leverage the subject matter expertise and mentorship of IAEM members for projects and presentations. Creating a student chapter is a great addition to your resume and offers an opportunity to apply learnings from your degree to the charter development and strategic planning processes for your chapter.