Membership
Get the Power of ISA Membership
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. In addition to these unique benefits, membership supports a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancement of the state of the art and recognition of the automation profession.
Benefits of Membership
Up-to-Date 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.
- 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
- Listed IEC documents are not available for free viewing and cannot be purchased with your Standards Redemption Coupon
- 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 over 2,500 technical papers published at ISA conferences and symposia
- InTech Magazine - Receive a free, qualified subscription to InTech, the premier magazine for automation professionals and Automation Weekly enewsletter
- Technical Division Membership - Join a network of automation professionals who share your technical interests. Members get two free memberships, one from each Department
- 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 significant 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
- Mentoring Program - Connect online with, and learn from, experienced professionals and practitioners; Or offer your expertise as a mentor
Additional ISA Benefits
- Email Lists - Join open forums for discussions on topics that matter to you
- – Use a free e-mail alias address that you keep for as long as you are a This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- - Call ISA if you become unemployed and your membership is due for renewal. ISA is granting an extension of benefits to Members who become unemployed in 2010. Contact ISA by e-mail within the first three months of your renewal period ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) or phone (+1-919-549-8411) to request a one-time, one-year extension of your current membership term. Any Member, other than Student Members, may request this extension.
Networking Opportunities
- Conferences, exhibitions, and symposia – Come face-to-face with fellow ISA practitioners as you learn, share, and network
- ISA Member Directory – Find other ISA professionals with this online resource
Personal Privileges
- CollegeBoundfundSM - Save for higher education with this 529 college savings plan
- ISA Member Logo – Proudly display your affiliation with ISA by using the ISA member logo on your business card
- GEICO – Get discounted automobile insurance
- Group Insurance Programs - Take advantage of competitive rates on several plans
- International Travel Insurance
- Avis Worldwide – Offers car rental Savings
- CogniCall Global Calling Card – Use calling card services from over 50 countries