b'26 Member News November 2019VolunteersIts good to get involvedWe now have more than 4,400 volunteers around the world who give up their time to help us promote the engineering and technology profession.Our volunteers are our ambassadors. They play a vital role in supporting professionalism and raising the profile of engineering and technology.Volunteering can result in a surprising array of benefits. Here are just some of the many positives you could experience asIf youre thinking about becoming an IET volunteer, you an IET volunteer: neednt worry about taking on a hugecommitment, because youre the one wholl decide what you want to Improve your existingExpand your network do and how much time youre able to give. As with most skills and develop newas an IET volunteer, youllthings in life, its often a good idea to start slowly and onesif youre hungrymeet engineering andgain momentum gradually.to hone your skills,technology professionals volunteering can be afrom a wide range ofTo find out more, contact our Volunteer Support Unit highly effective way toorganisations. (volunteer@theiet.org) and well set you off on the right achieve this, within a verytrack. We look forward to hearing from you!supportive environment. Getting involved inEnhance your CVif your organising and deliveringCV includes evidence of IET activities and events canvolunteering, itll standThe opportunities are endlessenable you to develop inyou in good stead. ThatsWhether youre a student, employed or retired, theresa range of areas, includingbecause your involvementan IET volunteering opportunity for you:teamwork, leadership,demonstrates that you public speaking, projectare motivated, willingCommunitiesgetBoard of Trusteesmanagement, influencing,to take on additionalinvolved with local andrepresent your profession.negotiating, problem-solvingresponsibilities, committedtechnical professionalStrategic engagement and and working under pressure. and reliable. You cannetworks. partnershipsapply your also add your volunteerEducationinspire futureinfluencing skills.activities, along with anyengineers and technicians. Committees and other Build relationshipswhenassociated training youProfessional developmentbodiesshare your insight people work together tohave received, to your guide and supportand expertise.achieve a common purpose,continuing professionalmembers.they often forge strongdevelopment (CPD) record.University On Campuslinks with each other.Professional registrationcreate an IET On Campus Volunteering connects you provide reassurance andstudent community.with people of all ages,Feel goodhelping othersspecialist advice.Fellowship Assessoruse disciplines and experience. is said to have a positive Publishingscopeyour expert judgement and effect on the body andand develop standardsindustry knowledge.the mind. Our volunteerspublications.Accreditation and often tell us that whenMain Boards and Council apprenticeship approvalthey are working with otherconvey members views andassess and accredit training like-minded people toinsight. programmes.deliver IET activities, theres a lot of camaraderieYou can access more detailed information at:and plenty of fun! theiet.org/volunteer-roles'