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The Young Railway Professionals organise several events per year. We also promote events from our parent organisations that we see as the most useful and interesting events for young people in the rail industry to get into their diaries. These events are designed to give an opportunity for cross-disciplinary learning and networking.
Unless otherwise stated, you do not normally need to be a member of the institution listed to attend their events, although you will be encouraged to join one of our parent institutions as listed on the membership page.
| IRO: Careers Development Day
An Interactive day delivered by industry professionals for members who are keen to develop their careers in the rail industry. |
| IMechE: Autumn Technical Visit (Zurich, Switzerland)
This year’s Autumn Technical Visit to Zurich, Switzerland, will contain a wide range of operating, maintenance, construction and manufacturing visits aimed at providing young railway engineers with the chance to be inspired and challenged by the practices of Swiss engineers. |
| IRO: Operating Skills Weekend
This opportunity is available to a team of 14 members who would like to develop their operating skills in a real-time operating environment, and support their IRO academic program where applicable. For rail operators interested in how civil engineering affects the operational delivery of the train service this is an essential course. |
| YRP: InnoTrans Berlin
Join us as our special guest at InnoTrans Berlin for a networking drinks reception for all young railway professionals. InnoTrans has become established as an international industry showplace focusing on Railway Technology. |
| IMechE: Annual Railway Seminar
This seminar explores the current strategies, projects and innovation that aim to transform our railways today, in order to meet the challenges of tomorrow. It will include all aspects of the railways, from rolling stock to operations and management. |
| IRSE: Signalling Equipment Workshop
This workshop is intended to provide a grounding in the common types of signalling equiment used on the railway today, and will be of use to both those interested in sitting the IRSE exam, and also those who are looking to increase their experience. |
| YRP Summer BBQ
The perfect way to end a hard week at work: the YRP Summer BBQ. Young railway professionals will be able to relax with a burger and a drink on the roof-top of the headquarters of London Underground (55 Broadway)., with stunning views across the city. Tickets are £10 per person and numbers are limited (includes food). |
| Fundrasing Quiz Night
This quiz night is open to all and proceeds go to Teenage Cancer Trust. There are great prizes to win and amazing donated items to bid for in the charity auction. |
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