Shape the future of electrotechnology
Every year, we offer young engineers the opportunity to participate in the IEC Young Professionals Programme (IECYPP), a prestigious professional development programme led by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the world's leading organization for the preparation and publication of international standards for electrical, electronic, and related technologies.
The IECYPP is integrated into the annual IEC General Meeting (GM), a week-long event where global stakeholders tackle critical challenges and set the strategic direction for the IEC. This year, the 89th IEC GM will be held in New Delhi, India from 15 to 19 September and successful applicants will be part of the event.
The programme brings together the next generation of expert engineers, technicians, and managers from around the globe. Participants gain a unique platform to influence the future of international standardization and conformity assessment in the fast-evolving field of electrotechnology.
Who should apply?
This exciting opportunity is open to engineers or managers aged early 20s to 35* who have completed their studies and are living and working in the UK in any industry or business relevant to the IEC.
We're looking for ambitious engineering professionals who are making, or aspire to make, a real impact in their industry. If you're passionate about shaping the standards that drive your profession, we encourage you to apply!
*Participants must be aged 35 or under as of 30 June in the year of the event they're applying for.
Why apply to join the IEC Young Professionals Programme?
- Represent the UK on a global stage: Contribute to shaping the future of international standardization alongside the 2025 IEC YP cohort.
- Make your voice heard: Contribute to shaping the future of international standardization in the global arena.
- Build your network: Connect with a diverse group of emerging expert engineers, technicians, and managers from around the world.
- Empower early-career professionals: Play a key role in creating a positive environment for the next generation in international standardization.
Become a standards-maker with BSI
As a successful applicant to the IEC Young Professionals Programme, you'll gain access to exclusive development opportunities, including:
- Join UK standards committees: Play an active role in shaping the future of standards in your industry.
- BSI Young Professionals Programme: Be part of a community of like-minded YPs in the standards world and get exclusive access to offers and opportunities.
- Attend exclusive BSI Events: Take part in conferences, special policy events, and network with industry leaders.
- Support standards education and awareness: Contribute to BSI’s education initiatives by inspiring postgraduates and early-career professionals about the importance of standards.
Take a look at last year's IECYPP cohort:
Watch highlights from the 2024 cohort at the IEC General Meeting in Edinburgh, hosted by BSI, and see how they spent an inspiring week networking, learning, and influencing the next generation of standards.
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