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Students

Towards the Engineering Profession

Studying engineering means wanting to be part of projects that truly change the world and can make history.

Becoming a CEP (Candidate to the Engineering Profession) is the natural next step after an engineering degree. It’s the gateway to an exciting and challenging career!

WITH THE ENG. YOUR POSSIBILITIES ARE INFINITE

Are you studying engineering in a recognized program in Quebec and already have 60 credits under your belt? Enroll in the Professional Admission Program to earn your CEP title! This will allow you to dive into the theoretical aspect, get ahead, and move closer to the title of Engineer.
Become an ENG.

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Path to obtaining an engineer’s permit in Quebec (in French)

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Becoming an Engineer in Quebec

To practice the profession in Quebec, one must first become a member of the OIQ. The steps to obtain an engineering permeit vary depending on the country where you earned your first engineering degree.

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The OIQ on your campus

The OIQ closely supports future engineering talents like you in building a promising future. Discover all the resource people who can help you take your first steps with your professional order.

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Practical Guide: Internships and First Jobs in Engineering (in French only)

Many students will undertake internships as part of their engineering studies. To help you prepare for these experiences, the Order has created this guide with practical information.

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Awards and scholarships

Are you known for your thirst for knowledge and passion for inventions? Every year, the OIQ Foundation financially supports many students. You could be one of them!

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FAQ

In Quebec, are engineering graduates automatically considered engineers?

No. To practice engineering in Quebec and use the reserved title of “engineer” (Eng.), you must hold a permit in good standing and be registered on the OIQ’s roll. In addition, the admission and permit process differs if the candidate obtained their engineering degree in Quebec, in another Canadian province, or abroad. By law, the OIQ also requires its members to have appropriate knowledge of French before it issues the permit to practice, although certain exceptions may apply for temporary permits.

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• The path to becoming an engineer in Quebec
• Practicing engineering in Quebec, with details on language requirements.

Why do we have an order for engineers?

The work of engineers directly influences many areas of your life. If this work is not done correctly, the consequences can be severe.

The OIQ is responsible for supervising and monitoring professional activities to ensure that each engineer has the training and skills required to practice their profession in accordance with the four central values of engineering: competence, responsibility, ethics, and social commitment.

The OIQ is responsible for the following:

  • Admission of members
  • Support and supervision of members
  • Monitoring illegal practice
  • Improvement of the profession’s practice
  • Prevention in engineering
  • Enhancement of the profession’s values

The OIQ also ensures that obligations related to ethics and professional practice are respected.

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I would like to organize an activity jointly with the OIQ or invite a representative of the OIQ to an event. Who should I speak to?

Contact the person in charge to request a partnership with the OIQ on an event or to ask for the presence of a representative of the OIQ.

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When can I expect to hear back about my submission?

In the spring of 2023, all applicants will receive an email from the OIQ indicating whether their candidacy has been selected. Three finalists will be announced in each category.

I want to understand the OIQ, its history, and its mission better. Where can I find the most up-to-date information?

You can consult our complete section on the OIQ, which details, among other things, our mission and vision, as well as our history.

You can also download our Media Kit.

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