Associate

Joining the Nuclear Institute demonstrates your commitment to nuclear professionalism, crucial for ensuring the acceptance of nuclear as a safe, sustainable energy source and a national security cornerstone.

Nuclear Institute Associate membership is open to professionals at all levels in both technical and non-technical roles.

Associate grade is suitable if you:

  • currently work in, or are interested in pursuing a career in the growing nuclear sector 
  • want to be part of our thriving community of nuclear professionals, including your Regional Branch and/or the Young Generation Network (YGN)
  • want to expand your professional network 
  • are interested in climate change and the key role of nuclear for Net Zero
  • are interested in gaining professional recognition for your work in the nuclear sector 

YGN

 

Automatic membership of a Regional Branch

Technical conferences, lectures and webinars 

Networking, socials and annual dinners 

Reduced prices exclusive for members

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Member exclusive journal delivered free to your door

100% nuclear-focused content 

Technical articles and latest industry news

Updates from NI Communities

6 editions per year plus full digital archive 

Nuclear Future

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Online CPD tool MyCareerPath®

Discounted access to CPD-approved eLearning courses

Learn through events and webinars

Basis for optional upgrade to Member (MNucI) or Fellow (FNucI)

Progress to professional registration with Engineering Council, Science Council or Society for the Environment

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One of the largest and most active networks of any UK membership body

All NI members under 37 auto-enrolled: a community with 2000+ YGN members

Early-career skills support events inc. seminars, webinars, speed mentoring

Flagship Annual Seminar and Dinner 

Become a Company Catalyst

37 or over? Access professional support through our communities, including our 9 Regional Branches and Special Interest Groups

Mentoring

 

Fully digital platform

Access knowledge network of 4500+ nuclear professionals

Support at any stage – early career, new managers, new senior leaders

Help build specific skills

Free to all members

volunteering

Write for the journal, join a Committee, or help organise an event

Get varied experience beyond your day job + boost your CV

Build your professional and social network

Support the industry and wider society 

Volunteering Opportunities

2026 Fees

Annual Fee: £108

(Direct Debit: £98)

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You may be able to join through your organisation. Check if they are a Company Member.

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Professional Registration options

Engineering Council

Engineering Council

Society for the Environment

Society for the Environment