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ISA Membership Benefits

ISA's Value Proposition to Members - ISA provides its members with unparalleled access to technical information, professional development resources, and opportunities to network with other automation professionals. We encourage all members to take advantage of their many benefits and privileges, as listed below.  Note that some benefits may not apply to certain member grades. Membership in ISA also supports a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancement of the state of the art and recognition of the automation profession.

The Latest Technical Information

  • Automation Standards - ISA has published more than 150 standards, recommended practices, and technical reports through the dedicated efforts of a network of industry experts. As an ISA member, you can view ISA standards online, free of charge, for your personal use.  Listed IEC documents are not available for free viewing and cannot be purchased with your Standards Redemption Coupon.
    • Get the cost of your membership back when you are a full-dues-paying member and would like to download or buy a printed standard. You may use your Standards Redemption Coupon toward its purchase. This coupon is equal to the dollar amount you paid for your membership term and is available at purchase check-out in your shopping cart.  The coupon value expires at the time the membership year expires
  • Free Web Seminars - Enjoy unlimited, free access to a library of over 40 online pre-recorded web seminars covering today’s hottest topics
  • Technical Library - You'll have access to unlimited downloads of ISA's library of more than 5,500 technical papers published at ISA conferences and symposia
  • InTech Magazine - Receive a free, qualified subscription to InTech, the premier magazine for automation professionals, and a free subscription to Automation Weekly enewsletter
  • Technical Division Membership - Join a network of automation professionals who share your technical interests. Members get two free memberships, one from the Automation and Technology Department and one from the Industries and Sciences Department.  Additional memberships cost $10 US each.
  • ISA Transactions - Enjoy free online access to current and past articles covering the latest advances in the science and engineering of measurement and automation

Networking Opportunities

  • Local Section Membership - Network with automation professionals in your local area for meetings, training events, and more
  • ISA Jobs - List your resume online for free when you’re looking for your next career move
  • Rewards for Recruiting Program - YOU are ISA's best source for recruiting new members. Introduce your colleagues to ISA—you’ll contribute to their career development—and you’ll earn rewards when they join.

Professional Development Resources

  • Leadership Opportunities - Develop your leadership skills by participating in ISA’s free online Leadership Development Certificate Program and by volunteering at section and division events
  • Training Discounts - Take advantage of available member discounts on ISA  training
  • Product Discounts - Enjoy discounts on ISA books, logo items, and more
  • Event Registration Discounts - Be sure to claim your member discount when you register for ISA symposia and conferences
  • Certification and Licensure - Take pride in supporting the Society that recognizes your profession through professional certification programs. ISA offers the Certified Automation Professional® (CAP®) and Certified Control Systems Technician® (CCST) programs, and supports the development of the Control Systems Engineer (CSE) licensure program.  Certain member grades receive application fee discount
  • Mentoring Program - Connect online with, and learn from, experienced professionals and practitioners; Or offer your expertise as a mentor

Additional ISA Benefits

 
  • ISA Insights - Enjoy the monthly newsletter that spotlights ISA members, offers a message from the Society president, provides a Q&A section from ISA divisions and sections, and discusses recent ISA events and happenings on a global level. The newsletter also provides updates on ISA standards, and much more.
  • Email Lists - Join open forums for discussions on topics that matter to you, via the ISA LISTSERV
  • Email Alias Address - Use a free email alias address that you keep for as long as you are a Member...yourname@member.isa.org

Networking Opportunities

Personal Privileges