IChemE launches new National Early Careers Groups to support the next generation of chemical engineers
8th July 2025
IChemE is delighted to announce the launch of two brand-new National Early Careers Groups, designed to support and connect members in the early stages of their professional journey.
The National Early Careers Group Australasia and National Early Careers Group Malaysia and South East Asia have been created in response to the growing need for tailored support, networking, and development opportunities for graduates and young members in those regions starting out in their chemical engineering careers.
The new groups will work alongside the existing National Early Careers Group UK and Ireland.
To ensure that IChemE members under the age of 35 can immediately benefit from the resources, events, and peer connections these groups offer, eligible members have automatically been added to these groups. Find your NECG community on IChemE Connect.
The National Early Careers Groups will provide opportunities for members to:
- develop their personal contacts and networks
- connect with a supportive community of chemical, biochemical and process engineers in the early stages of their careers
- support continuous professional development through technical and professional activities
- represent topical current issues within the chemical engineering field.
Eligible members of each group are also invited to join the committee of each group, to play a key role in shaping events and initiatives to support their peers, gain valuable leadership experience and expand their professional network.
We encourage all early career members to get involved in their respective community, make connections, and help shape the future of chemical engineering.
To find out more about the new groups, visit the Communities section of our website.
Links
National Early Careers Group Australasia
National Early Careers Group Malaysia and South East Asia
National Early Careers Group UK and Ireland
IChemE Connect
IChemE Communities
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