Student Membership
Student Membership: Start Building Your IT Future Now
Why Join InfoTech WNY?
InfoTech WNY is the leading technology network in Western New York. We connect students like you with the local tech community so you can learn, grow, and prepare for an exciting career in IT. Joining as a student member gives you access to real opportunities to build your future—starting now.
What You’ll Get as a Student Member:
- Networking Events: Meet IT professionals and decision-makers at events that bring together 30–75 tech experts for great conversation, food, and drinks.
- Professional Development: Attend seminars and workshops to learn about the latest technology trends and career tips.
- Company Tours & Shadowing: See real workplaces and learn from professionals on the job.
- Industry Connections: Start building your personal network with IT leaders, companies, and young professionals across WNY.
- The BETAS: Be part of the biggest tech event of the year—the Buffalo Emerging Technology Awards Showcase—with 300+ attendees.
- Career Resources: Use our job bank, join user groups, and get industry news in our monthly e-newsletter.
Student Membership
InfoTech WNY believes in nurturing the future IT workforce in Western New York. As professionals in an industry so focused on continuous learning and collaboration, it is our responsibility to provide opportunities to our up-and-coming future professionals so that when career opportunities because available in our organizations, our local candidate pool is strong and capable.
The more students are involved while they are in school, the better off they will be when they are finished. The only requirement on student membership is that the student be enrolled in classes. Learning from industry professionals gives students a chance to ask questions about future careers/organizations/ education so that they make informed career choices.
InfoTech WNY recognizes both small and large school, college, and university Student Memberships. If your school registers as an InfoTech WNY Student Member, as a student your membership is FREE! Please see the Membership registration page for more information.
Who Will You Meet?
- IT professionals and decision-makers across WNY
- Employees from local tech companies and IT departments
- Students and young professionals shaping the future of technology
- Community and business leaders who influence local opportunities
Why It Matters:
The more involved you are now, the stronger your career will be after graduation. You’ll learn about real careers, ask questions, and make connections that can lead to internships and jobs.
Who Can Join?
If you’re a full-time college student in any major (not just tech), you can join! Even better—if your school is an InfoTech WNY Student Member, your membership is FREE.
How do I become Involved with InfoTech WNY?
School Sponsoring Member: Encourage your school, college or university to join as a School Sponsoring Member. InfoTech WNY recognizes both small and large school, college, and university Student Memberships. If your school registers as an InfoTech WNY Student Member, as a student your membership is FREE! Please see the Membership registration page for more information.
Student Membership: Join as a Student Member for $25 per year. With your Student Membership you get:
- One event ticket (can not be used for the BETAS)
- Members Discounts to InfoTech WNY Events
- Volunteer at the BETAS for a FREE ticket. For more information, email: [email protected]
Newsletter: Enter your email and hit 'Go' to Join our e-newsletter list for FREE to learn about ITWNY events, and more!
