ACENZ is the professional association for consulting engineers. It provides members with information and ongoing professional development through regular meetings and forums, an annual conference and seminars and workshops. It also promotes standards of best practice, and produces guidelines and procedures on a range of engineering topics.  

HERA is a non-profit research organisation for the metals-based industries in New Zealand. It provides a resource centre for member companies to develop their technical competence. 

IPENZ is the professional body that represents engineers in New Zealand. It develops and improves the professional practice of engineering in New Zealand, and provides members with support to develop and enhance their careers. 

The NZIC represents people involved in chemistry. Members participate in the study, practice, teaching, promotion and management of chemistry.