ASID
A professional organization that:​​
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Interacts with design professionals, receive guidance​
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Began as a residential organization but has grown into many sectors ​
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Cheaper or Free admission to professional networking events ​
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Mentorship opportunities​
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Networking/Professional Connections​
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Career Days​
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Scholarships and Competitions​
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Social Events and Volunteering​
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Online Job Postings/Job Bank​
IIDA
A professional organization that:​​
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Connects professionals and students in the industry across the world​
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Supports design professionals, industry affiliates, educators, students, firms and their clients across 58 countries.​
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Offer opportunities for mentorships, scholarships, internships/jobs, and competitions​
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Connects you to professional contacts (designers, reps, educators, etc.)​ and is a great way to network​
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Advocates for advancements in education, design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of Interior Design as a profession that enhances business value and positively impacts the health and well-being of people’s lives every day.​
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Creates optional chapter events to meet socially, network, volunteer, and give back to the design community​
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