SPIE student resources

SPIE Student Chapters bring Student Members together for valuable professional development and rewarding outreach.

Join us for resources, guidance, news, networking, and collaboration, all in one convenient location.

We celebrate your critical contributions to the larger optics and photonics community.

Request travel grants — including airfare, lodging, and registration fee waivers — to attend and present your research at an SPIE event.

Apply for scholarships available to Student Members worldwide who are studying optics, photonics, or related fields.

Submit your proposals to get support for projects that inspire others with optics and photonics.

Learn about all aspects of publishing your scientific research in this one-hour video recording.

Grow your career with Photonics Focus, the SPIE magazine.

Take courses that are deeply discounted for Student Members.

Watch these recordings to discover what it takes to succeed in today's optics and photonics field.

Find programs, resources, and support to train and work as a laser, optics, or photonics technician.

Bookmark this collection of resources for your professional advancement.