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Become an Apprentice member

As an ambitious and hardworking individual, you want your apprenticeship to lead to great opportunities. Becoming an Apprentice member will be the start of your journey towards a career in the water and environment sectors and will and help you to stand out from the crowd in getting that first job after you complete your apprenticeship.


Who can join?

Apprentice membership is available to any applicant who is currently enrolled onto an apprenticeship scheme.

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Why become an Apprentice member?

Recognition of your professional competence

Promote your commitment and enhance your career prospect through professional recognition of your work.

Build a global professional network

Get access to a powerful and supportive network of professionals. Through our regional branches, technical networks and special interest groups you can connect with like-minded professionals at events across the world.

Broaden your horizons and join the debate

Keep up to date with the latest developments, good practice and innovation through our library of reports and resources to help you stand out in your role.

Develop your expertise and earning potential

Access a range of content and services to build your experience, including; good practice guides, technical papers, and online publications, as well as CPD relevant events.

Engage and advocate

Access the CIWEM Early Careers Network which allows you to connect with other early career professionals across the world, share and discuss the latest advances, opportunities and grow your professional network.

Enhance your skills and employability

Utilise our professional development planning tools to support your career growth from the start.

Application requirements

To apply for an apprentice membership, you will need to


  • Complete an online application form through MyCIWEM
  • Submit evidence of your current apprenticeship scheme including apprenticeship title, current employer and start / end date
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How to get started

Follow these simple steps and become an apprentice member. Apprentice memberships last for the duration of your programme of study and are complimentary, provided that you supply us with the details of your course programme and start and end dates.

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How much does an apprentice membership cost?

We offer complimentary membership for all apprentices enrolled in full-time and part-time education (including apprentices enrolled in apprenticeship levy programmes, as well as vocational training).


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Need advice?

We’re with you every step of your application and throughout your membership, get detailed advice on your membership application from completing your mandatory competencies and preparing for your professional review interview to supporting you with your CPD. Just call +44(0)207 8313110 or email membership@ciwem.org and someone will be delighted to help.

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