Welcome to TechSHRM
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The chapter has consistently earned the Superior Merit Award since 1987 and was recognized as one of the 10 most outstanding chapters in the U.S. in 2019-20.
Numerous chapter leaders have received the prestigious Sherman Award from NYC SHRM.
TechSHRM provides professional and leadership development opportunities, aligning closely with the People Analytics concentration in NYU Tandon’s Management of Technology MS program.
Our Mission and Vision
Empower Member Growth
Empower Member Growth
Develop and empower TechSHRM members by offering opportunities to build essential personal and career skills through workshops, mentoring, and training sessions.
Career Transition Support
Career Transition Support
Provide guidance and resources that help members bridge the gap between academic life and professional work, ensuring a successful career start.
hr Tech awareness
hr Tech awareness
Raise awareness on how technology transforms HR practices, emphasizing innovative tools and strategies that streamline human resource management.
people analytics trends
people analytics trends
Investigate current research and emerging trends in People Analytics, driving forward-thinking approaches in HR through data-driven insights.
executive leadership development
executive leadership development
Enhance leadership skills by engaging members in hands-on roles on the TechSHRM Executive Board, fostering decision-making and strategic thinking.
Sustainable Membership Growth
Sustainable Membership Growth
Create and nurture programs that ensure the long-term continuity and expansion of TechSHRM, building a vibrant, engaged community.
About SHRM
SHRM is the world’s largest HR professional society, with over 300,000 members and spanning more than 165 countries.
Student membership is available for $75, while the NYC Chapter membership is offered at $35.
Members enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted rates and access to a vast professional network.
For additional details, visit the SHRM homepage and NYC SHRM Chapter website.
Why Engage with SHRM?
Global Network & Resources – 300 K+ members across 165 countries, giving you access to research libraries, compliance tools, and HR career guides. Three professional-development credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP recertification are awarded for every year you remain a member.
Industry-Standard Certification – The SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® exams are accredited by the Buros Center for Testing and are now the fastest-growing HR credentials worldwide.
Career Acceleration – Data from recent SHRM surveys show certified HR professionals earn 14 % higher median pay and reach manager level 1.5 years sooner than non-certified peers.
Scholarships & Grants at a Glance (2025 Cycle)
Pros = early/mid-career professionals • Emerging Pros = students & recent grads
Certification & Recertification Support
Individual Scholarships
110 awards of $750 each help cover SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam fees or prep courses.
20 of those awards are reserved for applicants working on veteran-support initiatives.
Recertification Scholarships
20 awards of $100 each reimburse the SHRM recertification application fee if you apply within 12 months of winning.
Selection Factors
Work experience, future HR goals, volunteer service, financial need, and a reference letter weigh heavily in the scoring rubric.
Academic & Professional Development Funding
$400 K+ set aside annually for undergraduate and graduate HR study.
$200 K+ devoted to conference travel, credentialing, and leadership programs for rising HR professionals.
Key grants include:
Annual Conference Grant – travel and registration to the SHRM Annual Conference.
Student & Professional Membership Grants – fully funded SHRM membership for one year.
HR Tomorrow Leadership Program – coaching and project funding for high-potential emerging leaders (opens Jan 13 ’25).
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