Published on October 7, 2026

IEEE ProComm encourages qualified applicants to consider joining other IEEE members in their volunteer work with ABET. Specifically, our members can offer expertise for communications, working in teams, and ethics.

From IEEE:

The IEEE Educational Activities Board (EAB) is seeking qualified professionals from industry, government, and academic sectors to serve as Program Evaluators to assist in accrediting Engineering and Engineering Technology Programs for the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) and the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, Inc. The deadline for applying is 6 November 2026.  This is a strictly volunteer position.


The IEEE evaluations conducted through ABET are cyclical, happening at institutions in 6-year cycles. Every year there are different needs for the amount and type of Program Evaluators needed. Applicants from Industry and/or Government are in high demand. IEEE has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and encourages women and minorities to apply. Approximately 10% of applicants are accepted annually.

 
IEEE Program Evaluator candidates are required for the following ABET-accredited programs among others:

·     Computer Engineering and Computer Engineering Technology

·     Cybersecurity Engineering and Cybersecurity Engineering Technology

·     Electrical Engineering and Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology


(PLEASE NOTE: ETAC Applicants must be IEEE Members. EAC Applicants must be IEEE SENIOR MEMBERS.)


Remember, the submission deadline for applications is Friday, 6 November 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year, so act now to take advantage of this unique opportunity! Applications for both EAC and ETAC are available on the ABET website at How to Become a Program Evaluator.

General information for prospective IEEE applicants can be found at https://www.ieee.org/education/accreditation/pev-opportunities/pev-qualifications. 

If you have any specific questions or would like additional information, please contact IEEE Accreditation Program Manager – Regina Samson, at r.m.samson@ieee.org.