AIME was one of the first national engineering societies established in the United States, and along with ASCE (civil), ASME (mechanical), IEEE (electrical), and AIChE (chemical), it is known as an Engineering Founder Society. Together, the Founder Societies formed the United Engineering Trustees which operated the United Engineering Center and the Engineering Foundation. With the sale of the United Engineering Center in 1998, the United Engineering Trustees, Inc. has been reorganized as the United Engineering Foundation, Inc.

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), founded in 1852, is the oldest national professional engineering society in the United States.  ASCE is dedicated to the advancement of the individual civil engineer and the advancement of the science and profession of civil engineering through education.

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American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) ASME International is one of the world's largest engineering societies, dedicated to ensuring that mechanical engineers worldwide are up-to-date, safety conscious, and committed to improving the technical well-being of the world.

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Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is the world's largest technical professional society. A non-profit organization, they promote the development and application of electrotechnology and allied sciences for the benefit of humanity, the advancement of the profession, and the well-being of their members.

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American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) AIChE provides leadership in advancing the chemical engineering profession as it meets the needs of society. They promote excellence in the development and practice of chemical engineering.

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