Students + Young Professionals
Planning is underway to design sessions and activities designed especially for the young professional at AIHce. Students and IHs in the early stages of their careers are encouraged to participate in as many events as possible.
PAL Program
Students or first-time AIHce attendees can be paired with a Personal AIHce Liaison, a.k.a. PAL—a seasoned conference-goer who will help you get the most out of the conference. You can sign up as a first-timer or a PAL when you register for conference.
Learn more about the program.
AIHce Welcome Party
Sunday, May 31, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Kick off the conference with food, drinks, live music, and fun at the first-ever AIHce Welcome Party, Sunday night in downtown Salt Lake City!
First Timer Orientation Session
Monday, June 1, 6:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m., SPCC, Room 255 ABC
Is this your first time attending AIHce? If so, join us at the First Timers Orientation Session and learn how to make your first AIHce your best experience of the year.
Table Topics
Monday, June 1, 12:00 p.m., Expo Hall
Enjoy your lunch break while discussing topics and issues of specific interest to young industrial hygienists or those new to the profession. Table Topics take place on Monday afternoon in the Expo Hall. Purchase your lunch, select a discussion, and enjoy. Topics include:
- Breaking Down Barriers
- Career Paths
- CIH Exam 101
- Field Work & Travel for the IH
- IH in an EHS World
- IH in the Oil and Gas Industry
- Networking for the IH
Seating is first come, first served.
CareerAdvantage Development Fair
Monday, June 1 – Wednesday, June 3
Looking to score your dream job in OEHS? The CareerAdvantage Development Fair will equip you with the tools you’ll need to navigate your career path.
Learn more about the CareerAdvantage Development Fair.
Mentoring Program Networking Event
Gracie’s, 325 Southwest Temple
Monday, June 1, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us at the Mentoring Program’s fourth annual networking event, open to all participating members of AIHA’s Mentoring Program, as well as to students and professionals. This event is for individuals who are actively seeking a mentor as well as individuals who are committed to serve as a mentor. The Mentoring Program is an excellent way to get involved in the community, build your network, and support the development of a fellow professional.
To learn more about the AIHA Mentoring Program or the networking event, stop by the AIHA Mentoring Booth along University Row.
Student Local Sections Council Business Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom B – C
Meet other student local section officers to share best practices and ideas. Anyone interested in creating a student local section is invited to attend.
Students + Early Career Professionals Committee (SECP) Meeting
Wednesday, June 3rd, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom D
Interact with members of the SECP committee. Discuss current and new projects focused on developing outreach materials and mentoring students and early career industrial hygienists. Students are encouraged to attend.
Volunteer Group Meetings
Monday, June 1 – Thursday, June 4
More than 40 volunteer groups meet to discuss a variety of technical and non-technical topics, including many that address student needs. Unless otherwise noted, volunteer group meetings are open to everyone.
Click here to see a list of volunteer group meetings times.
Student Poster Session
Wednesday, June 3, 10:00 a.m. – noon, Expo
Check out the scientific findings of your peers at the 24th Annual Student Poster Session. Students will discuss their research, and two posters will be selected “Best of Session.”
Awards given by AIHA Volunteer Groups will be presented at 12:30 p.m.
New Volunteer Orientation
Wednesday, June 3, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Hilton, Canyon C
Volunteers are at the heart of AIHA’s mission. AIHA volunteers serve on technical committees, publish articles and papers, comment on legislation and regulations, teach professional development courses, and so much more.
This one-hour session will give you an overview of volunteering at AIHA, show you where you can contribute your skills and abilities, and help you see how volunteering can help you in your IH career.