Kickstart your successful engineering career with KIVI Students
KIVI Students' main goal is to connect all engineering students in The Netherlands to our broad KIVI network to start you off with a successful career!
It is our mission to
- Connect studies and institutions nationwide, broadening your network from local to national and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Address social issues by partnering with (young) political parties, giving you a voice in shaping the future.
- Support aspiring entrepreneurs in setting up start-ups, turning innovative ideas into reality.
- Assist in finding valuable technical internships to jumpstart your career.
- Enhance knowledge sharing through our KIVI Students community, connecting students and teachers across disciplines.
Tap into KIVI's extensive network for knowledge and growth
Over the years, KIVI has grown into a substantial network of not only individual members, but also: schools, universities, tech companies, research institutions, sister associations & government. That is what makes KIVI a valuable knowledge network where you can share information, gather useful tech news and get tips & tricks from peers or coaches to make your career a successful one.
Elevate your profile and make a difference with KIVI's tools
KIVI equips you with tools to showcase your talents, boost your visibility, and make a positive impact on society. While each member's journey is unique, our shared passion for engineering unites us. This enthusiasm drives initiatives like the K'neXgineer project and the Engineer The Future competition, inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Expand your network and gain national experience
The KIVI Students department was officially renamed from KIVI Students Twente, the last local KIVI Students department. Since June 14th, 2021 KIVI Students has become a national department for students. This gives you the opportunity to grow your network on a national level (instead of regional), get in touch with peers from other (applied) universities and gain national administrative experience.
Stay connected locally and contribute to the national mission of KIVI
KIVI Students keeps the local feel on (applied) universities by still providing the opportunity to start a section on your own (applied) university. The sections will have a strong bond with the national department by appointing a delegate from their section to the national KIVI Students department board. This delegate will update the fellow KIVI Students board members on the latest news from their (applied) university - challenges or achievements - and help the local section with their activities. The aim is to have a board member from every (applied) university of technology within the Netherlands.
Boost your engineering career with international experiences
The Stichting Studie- en Reisfonds supports KIVI Students members in launching their technology careers through international experiences. By offering grants of up to €1,000 to 30 students yearly, the foundation enables participation in study trips, overseas graduations, or additional courses. This initiative aligns with KIVI Students' goal of connecting engineering students across the Netherlands to KIVI's extensive network, fostering knowledge sharing, career growth, and societal impact.
Join the KIVI Students board and make an impact
We are a dynamic community of technical students from universities and universities of applied sciences across The Netherlands. Our aim is to appoint one representative from each technical educational institution, creating a board that truly represents the diverse landscape of Dutch technical higher and scientific education.
Ready to make an impact?
For more information on the current board or to join, visit our Board page, or send us an email. Let's engineer a brighter future together!
