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NSAI is offering you an exciting opportunity to represent Ireland at the next International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Young Professionals Workshop in New Delhi in September.

Are you a young professional in your early 20s to mid-30s using Standards in your current role? This funded opportunity gives participants a chance to attend and contribute to the flagship IEC event of the year, bringing together global technical and management communities. As the nominee, you will enjoy all that New Delhi has to offer while developing your career through standardisation activities and networking with peers from across the world.

I was inspired by the work of the IEC and returned with an enhanced knowledge which I feel will improve my professional capabilities going forward.

Catherine Gorton 2023 & 2024 Representative

The IEC is the world's leading organisation for the preparation and publication of International Standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies, bringing together the world's upcoming expert engineers, technicians and managers. The Young Professionals programme will provide you with more opportunities to shape the future of international standardisation and conformity assessment in the field of electrotechnology. Ireland's former representatives have described the experience as "one of the most enriching experiences I have had in my career" - you can hear more from there here.

What will I receive?

  • Return flights from Dublin to New Delhi
  • Accommodation 
  • Public transport and meal allowance

How can I apply?

Please email a copy of your CV and the completed application form to amanda-jane.gainford@nsai.ie by midnight, May 18th, 2025. Successful applicants will be called to an online interview process in late May. Chosen nominees will be notified by early-to-mid-June.

Questions? 

Check out our FAQ page here or join our webinar with past Young Professionals on April 29th! Email amanda-jane.gainford@nsai.ie with the subject title 'Webinar NSAI Emerging Professionals' to register.

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