About us

Our vision is to be the trusted voice across the marine sector as a global community for all marine professionals distinguished as leaders in shaping a sustainable world.

We are the largest marine organisation of our kind and the first Institute to bring together marine engineers, scientists and technologists into one international multi-disciplinary professional body.  

We promote the scientific development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practices and upholding the status, standards and knowledge of marine professionals worldwide.

The IMarEST is a nominated and licensed body of the Engineering Council (UK), a member of the Science Council and has links with maritime organisations worldwide. We provide grades of membership for everyone working in a marine related role, from those seeking to become Chartered or other Professional Recognition, to those just starting out in their careers or studying in education.

Membership of the IMarEST is open to all.
Whether you're a student, just starting out in your career, an experienced professional, or just someone who takes an interest in marine engineering, science or technology, you'll find a grade of membership that supports and furthers your personal and professional ambitions.

Marine Careers

With 70% of the Earth’s surface covered by ocean and 90% of global trade carried by ship, it’s no surprise that there are many maritime career opportunities available in engineering, science and technology.

• Marine engineering
• Naval architecture
• Shipbuilding and boatbuilding
• Shiprepair and conversion
• Offshore oil and gas
• Offshore Renewables
• Hydrographic surveying
• Ports
• Oceanography and marine meteorology
• Marine biology
• Diving or underwater vehicles
• Leisure

What is Sea Your Future?

The Sea Your Future (SYF) Steering Group aims to encourage students, graduates, apprentices and cadets to enhance their specialised skills by engaging with professional development opportunities at the IMarEST.

We're developing a schedule of events, including representing the Institute at different career events to inspire the next generation to join our industry. We also want to highlight the great work our young members do every day across the IMarEST's various channels - so if you are a student or an early career professional, share your activities online by using the hashtag #IMarESTSYF.

Marine jobs

Our international jobs board for the marine industry provides a wide range of vacancies across the marine sector, including graduate and international jobs.

Find out more

To find out more about the Sea Your Future campaign or IMarEST the please visit the website.