Student

Student Membership

Begin Your Journey. Build Your Network. Shape Your Future.

WJA Student Membership is designed to support emerging talent as they explore, learn, and prepare for a career in the jewelry and watch industries.

Student Members gain early access to the WJA community—connecting with professionals, building confidence, and discovering pathways into the industry.

Membership That Supports Your First Steps

Starting a career can feel overwhelming. WJA Student Membership is built to meet you where you are—offering education, exposure, and connection as you take your first steps into the industry.

As a Student Member, you gain:

• Early exposure to industry professionals and career paths

• Educational resources and virtual programming

• Access to scholarships, grants, and recognition opportunities

• A supportive community invested in your growth

Student Membership includes most Professional Member benefits, excluding Luminary access, and is tailored to support learning and exploration.

Student Membership Details

• First-year membership: $35

• Renewal: $75 per year

• Maximum student membership term: Up to 3 years total

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Student Membership, applicants must:

• Be 18–26 years old

• Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited educational institution or a jewelry-related educational program leading to a certificate or degree

• Be new to WJA (not a past or current member)

Student Membership renewal is limited to a maximum of three years.

What Student Members Receive

Student Members receive access to WJA’s professional ecosystem, including:

Community & Connection

• Inclusion in the WJA Member Directory

• Networking through local, national, and virtual WJA communities

• Member-only pricing for WJA events

Learning & Career Exploration

• Educational webinars and virtual programming

• Free virtual panel discussions with industry leaders

• Access to scholarships, grants, and recognition programs

Pathway to Professional Membership

• Exposure to leadership, mentorship, and industry engagement opportunities

• A clear transition path to Professional Membership as careers advance

Designed for What Comes Next

Student Membership is the foundation for a lifelong relationship with WJA. As your education ends and your career begins, WJA membership grows with you.

Use promo code WJASTUDENT to take advantage of this special offer.