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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.

Member communities
Oil, Gas and Energy Transition Special Interest Group   - Committee Members

The Oil, Gas and Energy Transition Special Interest Group are recruiting three additional Committee Members to join the Committee. In addition to fulfilling the standard responsibilities outlined in the Committee Member role descriptor, these positions will each take on specific additional responsibilities to support the work and strategic objectives of the Group.

Oil, Gas and Energy Transition - Australia/NZ Regional Lead

  • Provide the Committee with their regional perspective
  • Bring regional developments to the global audience through webinars and articles
  • Connect with country boards to support local regional oil, gas and energy transition activities, including policy and Chemical Engineering education

Oil, Gas and Energy Transition -Professional Development & Skills Lead

  • Work with staff and members to develop member needs for oil gas and energy transition pathways
  • Assess relevant profession development resources to identify good practices and potential opportunities
  • Act as the focal point for energy transition related skills issues

Oil, Gas and Energy Transition - Technology Advisor 

  • Identify opportunities to share technology and industry developments for the benefit of members
  • Contribute to skills, knowledge and policy activities

Please state on your application which role you are interested in being considered for. 

Closing date: 30/06/2026

National Board Singapore - Committee Roles (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Board Members x 7)

IChemE are recruiting for a number of positions for the Singapore National Board. You will need to be an IChemE member (at the grade specified for the role applied for) and have residence in Singapore.  We are looking to fill a number of roles including Chair, Vice Chair (Vice Chair - Learned Society and Vice Chair - Young Engineers, Students) Secretary, Treasurer, Board Members (Member Groups and Special Interest Groups, Early Career Representative and Fellow Representative).  Please take a look at the role descriptor for a full summary on each role.  Please specify in your application which role you are applying for and include the name of your seconder as well as a full supporting statement.  

Closing date: 16/06/2026

The Pharma Special Interest Group - Committee Secretary

The Pharma 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 would like to get involved, please apply!

Closing date: 12/06/2026


Professional standards
Professional Reviewer for Chartered Chemical Engineer

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 becoming Chartered Member - Chartered Chemical Engineer (with or without CEng), which involves the assessment of documentary evidence and an interview.

Closing date: 31/12/2026


Governance
New Zealand Board - Deputy Chair

IChemE are recruiting for a Deputy Chair for the New Zealand National Board.  You will be responsible for identifying strategic priorities for IChemE in New Zealand, supporting the Board of Trustees and Member Engagement Committee, providing oversight for university and corporate engagement and sharing good practice. Please note the description of Chair role is included in the role descriptor as Deputy Chair generally becomes Chair after one year. 

Closing date: 16/06/2026


Education outreach
Schools Challenge Day Engagement Volunteers

We currently have opportunities for volunteers to take part in School Challenge Days in certain locations.

DiscoverChemEngLIVE school challenge days are for students in Year 8 (S1/S2 Scotland) in UK schools to help them explore chemical engineering through an interactive activity day. Starting in Spring term 2026.

Up to 36 school students, working in teams of 6, are given the opportunity to build essential employability skills and explore the careers and skills used in chemical engineering. The workshops are available for mainstream, state-funded secondary schools schools within Scotland, Merseyside, Cheshire, North East, Yorkshire and the Humber. 

Closing date: 31/12/2026

Young Peoples Engagement Volunteers

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. If you would like to get involved, please apply! 

Closing date: 31/12/2026


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