AIHA offers a wealth of benefits for students. From a close-knit professional community, career assistance and counseling, volunteer opportunities on the local and national level, up to a wide range of applicable industry knowledge and information that would be helpful in your journey as an OEHS professional.
Navigating academic challenges, financial pressures, and post-graduation uncertainties is no small feat. Yet, it's also a time brimming with prospects and innovation, especially for those pursuing degrees in industrial hygiene or occupational and environmental health and safety. Here's why you should value your student status in these fields:
Enrich your student experience by joining a local section to connect with fellow IH/OEHS students, exchange ideas, gain insights, and nurture valuable relationships.
Unlock insights and personalized guidance through AIHA's mentoring program. Connect with industry experts who offer a wealth of experience, enhancing your career and skills as an student member.
Shape your OEHS journey with AIHA's CareerAdvantage. Find global roles, excel in interviews, and access CV critiquing for success. Join us for a supportive community, enriching resources, and tailored webinars.
Get insights and personalized guidance through AIHA's mentoring program. Connect with industry experts who offer a wealth of experience, enhancing your career and skills as a student member.
The most significant benefit of AIHA membership is the ongoing, growing connections with other members, especially through Catalyst. Connections lead to opportunities that are unique to industrial hygienists in AIHA.
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Brenna Hogan
AIHA Student Member Since 2017
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I access the Student Membership Form?
The Student Membership form can be found here. Once you have it completed, please fax the form to the fax number listed. If emailing instead of faxing, please ensure no credit card information is included anywhere on the form, our MCR team will reach out to you to get the appropriate details through your listed phone number.
How do I submit a student verification for membership?
To submit a student verification for membership, you must attach one of the following items:
An upto date official or unofficial transcript.
Your most recent class schedule displaying your name and term clearly.
Do I qualify for the student rate even if I am only a part-time student?
Yes. If you are taking at least one-half the credit hours of a full-time student, as outlined by your school’s enrollment policy—example: 12 credit hours full-time = 6 credit hours part-time.
Does AIHA have Student Local Sections?
Yes! By joining student local section, you have the opportunity to network with other IH/OEHS students, explore new ideas, and gain valuable insights. Learn More.
What are the communities and connections I can take advantage of as a Student Member?
This document outlines the Code of Conduct for all members and volunteers of the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and summarizes the behavior expected of members and volunteers representing AIHA in any forum, mailing list, public meetings or private correspondence. We ask that our members and volunteers read and submit the acknowledgment via the online form.
Dues
AIHA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes but may be partially deductible as a business expense. Dues are not refundable. AIHA estimates that 7% of your dues are not deductible because of AIHA's lobbying activities on behalf of its members. AIHF and AGF are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Contributions to either may be tax-deductible. Consult your tax advisor.
Please note... membership dues are not refundable.
