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SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP
FOR IMMIGRANT ENGINEERS

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About us

The Special Interest Group for Immigrant Engineers (SIGIE) evolved from an Engineering New Zealand initiative to provide training courses for immigrant engineers in New Zealand.

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Committee

The SIGIE committee is made up of 17 engineers from all stages in their career. They all volunteer their time to support and deliver great resources for their members. 

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Resources

These hints, combined with the guidance if requested, will equip you with valuable information on how to conduct yourself during interviews with prospective employers.

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Our Membership

SIGIE provides a strong network for immigrant engineers to meet new people and to share work opportunities. It provides professional development, employment and career counselling to support immigrant engineers to settle in to life and work in New Zealand.

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SIGIE currently has over 1000 members worldwide and offers great benefits such as full day workshops, regular webinars and great connections with other like-minded immigrants. 

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Upcoming Events

  • Career Skills and Job Search Workshop
    Career Skills and Job Search Workshop
    Sat, 19 Sept
    University of Canterbury
    19 Sept 2026, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    University of Canterbury, 20 Kirkwood Avenue, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand
    Are you an immigrant engineer aiming to establish or elevate your career in Aotearoa? Join us for an in-person Career Skills & Job Search Workshop in Christchurch. this session is designed to equip you with practical tools and insights to navigate the New Zealand job market confidently.
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