RIMS Student Resource Center
Check out the new Student Resource Center, where you will find information on how you can get involved with RIMS as a student and after you graduate.
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Student Membership
Student Membership Dues: $25*
For full-time undergraduate or graduate student working towards a degree in risk management, insurance, or business.
The student membership year is Oct. 1-Sept. 30, however you can join anytime within this cycle.
*Student chapter dues only required for Cumberland, Great Plains, and Greater Kansas City chapters.
How will RIMS membership benefit you?
Network
Gain access to a network of 10,000+ risk management peers in 79 chapters around the globe
Content
Access hundreds of RIMS publications in our Risk Knowledge library for research or to learn about industry trends and practices
Opis
Join our exclusive online community Opis, the RIMS Information Network, to receive customized recommendations for content, discussion groups, courses and people
Savings
Get special rates on RIMS conferences and courses, so you can stay current and save
Are you experiencing financial hardship?
You can request to waive your student dues by contacting Will Gilchrist at wgilchrist@RIMS.org. You will then be required to complete a short form. If you would like to waive your dues, please do not complete the membership application or renew your membership online before contacting RIMS Client Services.
Communities
Opis
This online platform recommends customized content and connections to you based on your skills, interests and experience. Opis is exclusive to RIMS members.
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Chapters
Some of the greatest opportunities and most unique benefits that accompany your RIMS membership are available directly through your local chapter.
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Rising Risk Professionals Network
The Rising Risk Professional Network provides an overview of RIMS what RIMS offers for young risk professionals.
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Awards & Scholarships
Anita Benedetti Student Involvement Program
Each year, RIMS sponsors 30 students in the US and Canada, and 6 international students (not enrolled at a university in US & Canada) to attend the RIMS Annual Conference & Exposition.
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Spencer-RIMS Risk Management Challenge
An 8-month long competition, where university teams compete to develop and present the most comprehensive risk management program based on a company’s case study.
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Spencer Education Foundation
The Spencer Educational Foundation awards scholarships and grants to students studying risk management, insurance, actuarial science and business, facilitates internship opportunities, and funds development of risk management / insurance curriculum.
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RIMS-CRMP
RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional is a credential that demonstrates your achievement of risk management competencies, knowledge and commitment to quality.
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Find risk management job opportunities faster, leaving you more time to plan your next career move.
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Are you a student, recent graduate, or considering a career change? Browse our growing list of internships on the RIMS Career Center.
Learn moreSponsorship Opportunities
Each year. RIMS has opportunities to get involved with students and rising risk professionals at the RIMS Annual Conference and NextGen Forum! Check out the opportunities to sponsor.