Join AIA Austin

How do I join the AIA?

Thank you for your interest in joining the American Institute of Architects (AIA). As an AIA member you will be joining over 80,000 architects and associated professionals who are committed to promoting the highest standards of professional ethics, furthering their professional development and advancing the value of the profession.

Free Membership for New Graduates
New college graduates receive free membership for up to 18 months and get Free convention registration! May 2011 graduates will receive free membership at the local (AIA Austin), state, and national levels until Dec. 31, 2012. Access more information here.

Membership Applications are available for download here.

Some of the advantages of membership include:

•   Access to numerous professional resources and documents through our national website.
•   Educational programs at the local, state and national levels, including online education, national and state conventions, etc.
•   Opportunities to meet the mandatory CEH requirements through conventions, workshops, seminars and AIA's online eClassroom programs.
•   Subscription to National magazines such as AIA Architect and Texas Architect Magazine as well as Chapter periodicals, the Austin Chapter Clerestorie newsletter and online ARCHI-FACTS.
•   Access to the AIA library and Archives online catalog, as well as the Austin Chapter library.
•   National and local job postings and resume listings through the AIA online Career Center.
•   Special auto, home, professional, office, health insurance packages, many at a discounted rate through AIA Advantage Program and AIA Trust Insurance.
•   A legislative voice.
•   Peer recognition through competitions, design awards and the honors program.
•   Practice-enhancing programs such as the Annual AIA Austin Homes Tour which allows the public to see the talents of AIA Austin members practicing residential architecture and the Open Architecture program which allows the public to meet with AIA Austin members in their studios to explore possibilities and discuss the design process, at no charge!
•   Through the Emerging Professionals, interns can find mentors, join exam study groups and network with their peers.
•   Numerous other benefits at the National and local level, that far outweigh the investment of joining.

Download the Member Resource Guide.

Every Architect receives benefit from AIA; but as a member your benefits depend on what you put into the organization. Please consider getting involved in one of our many committees.

The Staff at the Austin Chapter is available to answer questions or to connect you with all of the resources of the Institute.

AIA Austin • 801 W. 12th Street • Austin, TX 78701 • Tel: 512.452.4332 • Fax: 512.452.2284

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