Thrive Your Engineering Journey - Become A KIVI-Engineer!
Join KIVI Students for networking, career growth, and industry insights.
As a student, you can never start building your network too early. A good network is not only beneficial for finding the right internship or connecting with the company where you want to graduate, it also gives you insights into your own strengths and helps you discover what you want to achieve with your studies.
Join the KIVI Students Community
KIVI Students is a dynamic community within KIVI (Royal Netherlands Society of Engineers), the premier professional association for engineers in the Netherlands. As part of this respected organization, we connect aspiring engineers, scientists, and innovators who share a passion for technology, curiosity, and lifelong learning. Our community is specially designed for students, offering a unique space within the larger KIVI network.
What We Offer
Networking
Forge meaningful connections with industry experts, fellow students, and professionals. Attend our exclusive events, company visits, and social gatherings.
Career Support
Access personal coaching, job postings, and career events and - resources. Whether you’re seeking internships, research opportunities, or your dream job, we’ve got your back.
Technical Insights
Stay ahead of the curve with our technical webinars, articles, and study groups. From AI to sustainable energy, we explore it all.
Why Join KIVI Students?
Gain access to a wealth of resources and opportunities designed to accelerate your engineering career:
Industry Events and Networking
- Connect with industry leaders, engineers, and fellow students. Our exclusive events provide opportunities to learn, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships.
Professional Resources
- From technical journals to career development workshops, we’ve got you covered. Access resources that empower your growth as an engineer.
Engineer Coaching
- Benefit from confidential mentorship to help you recognize your strengths, and offer practical advice for job applications and networking within KIVI.
Career Builder Events (Carrièrerichter)
- Learn directly from experienced engineers and shape your career in a goal-oriented way during career builder events.
Study and Travel Funds
- We believe in investing in your education. As a KIVI Student, you’ll have access to study grants and travel funds. Explore new horizons, attend conferences, and enhance your knowledge.
Join KIVI Students today and experience the power of a supportive community that propels your engineering career forward.
Your Engineering Future Starts Here
Don't limit your connections to your own university – broaden your horizons. Become part of a thriving community that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Become a KIVI-member
"Overall, this unforgettable trip broadened our horizons and deepened our understanding of different cultures and engineering practices. Grateful for this opportunity partially funded by KIVI, we return with cherished memories and enriched knowledge."
Explore KIVI Students’ Exciting Events!
Our events are designed to empower you as a future engineer and connect you with like-minded peers. From insightful company visits and technical lectures to hands-on workshops and lively social gatherings, there's always something happening. Don't miss out on these valuable experiences – take a look at our event calendar and join us at our next gathering. Your engineering future starts here!
Membership Benefits
- Opportunities for learning, networking, and personal growth through various events and activities.
- Access to exciting challenges and competitions like KIVI Student Awards and Engineer The Future.
- Full access to digital technology magazine De Ingenieur.
- Free participation in events, activities and workshops, including fun BBQ events!
- Opportunity to gain governance experience by joining the KIVI Students Board.
Join KIVI Students: Build Your Engineering Career from Day One
Become a member of the largest engineering network in the Netherlands for an exclusive student rate of €23.50 per year.
Join the KIVI Community