Why Join the American Institute of Architects?

The Institute has been advancing the value of architects and architecture for more than 140 years through AIA member resources and as the collective voice of the profession. Here is a sampling of benefits that enhance the professional position and competitive advantage of AIA members and their chosen profession of architecture.

Benefits of Membership

• Opportunity to participate and serve on the AIA Orange County board of directors
• Opportunity to participate and serve on AIA Orange County committees
• Professional advocacy before legislative and regulatory activities and lobbying efforts
• Personal professional development, coupled with professional fellowship and contacts, which enhance growth and personal experience
• Direct participation in the governance of the largest professional architectural organization
• Local, state and national awards programs
• Local membership benefits and services
  • Online Job Listings, free to AIAOC members
  • Monthly lecture series, free to AIAOC members
  • Online member search at www.aiaoc.org
  • The Chapter’s electronic newsletter OC Architect
• Professional development opportunities: Lifelong Learning Program, including CES and IDP/CIDP, ARE preparatory seminars, AIA Orange County’s monthly Lecture Series, and State and National professional development conferences such as the annual Grassroots Leadership Conference, AIA National Convention, Professional Interest Area Conferences, the Monterey Design Conference, the Desert Practice Conference, the Regional Firm Roundtables, and AIAS Grassroots and Forum conferences.
• Additional informational resources at the state and national levels, including arcCA, AIA This Week, AIA Angle and Architectural Record.
• Member advantage programs, including discounts for:
  • Professional development and continuing education programs
  • AIA contract document purchases
  • The AIA Bookstore
  • AIA discount programs for rental cars, hotels, etc.
  • Credit card availability
  • AIA member insurance and financial programs through The AIA Trust
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