Individual Membership in SAME
Joining SAME as an individual member is the best way to connect and collaborate for success within the public sector A/E/C industry. You will grow both professionally and personally, enabling you to excel in your job. SAME provides opportunities to engage in a joint environment and across disciplines, giving you a competitive edge now, and as you grow in your career.
Whether you are an experienced or emerging professional, serving on active duty or working in the private sector, practice construction management, architecture design, facility operations or business development, SAME has the network, relationships, and resources that support you and foster leadership at every level of your career.
Enjoy these Benefits as an Individual Member
- Expand and strengthen your network of peers who can be a resource and collaborate with you to find solutions to your challenges. You’ll find a direct connection to individuals, future partners, and companies through SAME’s member-only online individual member directory.
- Further your career and professional success by participating in cutting-edge professional development opportunities at discounted rates.
- Be in the room where it happens by connecting with government and industry leaders outside formal structures and in an above-board environment.
- Connect with others in your area of practice or demographic group through SAME’s Communities of Interest.
- Grow as a leader through volunteer opportunities at the local, regional and national levels.
- Build and strengthen relationships not only nationally, but right where you work with membership to three local Posts (chapters) included in your national membership. There are over 100 Posts in all—you can leverage the entire network of Posts around the world to expand your reach and maximize your potential.
- Stay informed of industry news, technical advancements, and important business updates with a subscription to The Military Engineer magazine and Real TiME newsletter.
- Gain discounts to education and training with other like-minded organizations through SAME’s Strategic Partnerships.
Individual Membership Categories
SAME has a number of individual membership categories to ensure your experience provides maximum return on your investment.
| New Individual Member Rates effective 7/1/2024 | |
|---|---|
| Private Industry – Regular | $150 |
| Private Industry – Young Prof. (age 39 and younger) |
$100 |
| Government – Regular | $75 |
| Government – Young Prof. (age 39 and younger) |
$50 |
| Academia/Nonprofit | $75 |
| Academia/Nonprofit – Young Prof. (age 39 and younger) |
$50 |
| Retired (no longer working in any capacity) |
$75 |
| Student (full-time student age 25 and younger) |
$0 |
| Additional Post Fee, Per Post | $10 |
Terms & Details
SAME membership terms are for one year and based on an anniversary cycle, so you will renew on the anniversary of your join date. If your membership lapses beyond our 60-day grace period, your membership term will begin on the day you renew.
Your membership includes one primary Post (chapter). Once you have submitted your national membership dues, we will contact you with instructions on how to complete a full profile and select your Post so you can start maximizing your membership immediately!
Additional Post memberships may be purchased for $10 per Post. There is no limit to how many Posts you can join.
NOTE: Dues are non-refundable and Individual Membership is not transferable. Rates are in effect as of the dates set by the SAME Board of Direction.
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