Are you seeking a dynamic career in Human Resources? If so, congratulations on choosing an exciting path where you’ll shape workplace behaviors, nurture talent, and drive organizational success. PIHRA can support your journey with affordable benefits designed to help you thrive and build a strong career foundation.

Why Join PIHRA to launch your career as an HR leader?

Affordable and Accessible Learning Opportunities

You need the skills and expertise to be a successful HR professional. As a PIHRA member, you’ll gain access to:

• Discounts on chapter meetings that feature subject matter expert speakers on trending HR topics like AI, mental health in the workplace, and talent development. You’ll also receive the member rate for the annual California HR Conference and the California Employment Law Update, both prime opportunities to learn from HR thought leaders.

• California-focused HR competency building through webinars, seminars, and HR certification preparation, which will help you remain competitive in today’s challenging job market.

High-Impact Community Building

PIHRA is the largest SHRM affiliate in the United States, with 18 professional chapters, three specialty groups, and twelve student chapters. It’s where you will increase the probability of meeting the people who can help you think about challenging HR issues and even lead you to your next great career opportunity.

“It was through a PIHRA contact that I got referred to my current role as HR Business Partner. I had no intention of changing jobs when I joined; I just wanted to find other intrinsically motivated HR people. I found that and more!” – Monica Celis-Vallejos, PHR, HR Business Partner, FitzGerald & Mulé LLP

Our chapters meet monthly and socialize frequently. So, whether you want to attend a professional development meeting or join a happy hour, you are bound to make important business connections, and maybe even a lifelong friend. We are happy to share that several PIHRA chapters offer mentorship programs, tailored to promptly connect you with the guidance that can help accelerate your career growth.

You can reignite your passion by networking with like-minded peers through the PIHRA Emerging Leaders group. This group meets consistently to connect, offering you a platform to share experiences, exchange ideas, and learn from fellow emerging professionals in HR just like you.

PIHRA Workplace Powered by Mineral

Navigate compliance and stay ahead of the curve with tools like the PIHRA Workplace (powered by Mineral), which offers insights on HR assessments, compliance alerts, a 50-state employee handbook builder, an HR Hotline, and much more.

Career Development at Your Fingertips

The PIHRA Career Center is your go-to hub for landing that dream job or internship in HR. You will gain job seeker resources like resume tips, networking tips, and a career coach database.

Joining PIHRA isn’t just about accessing resources; it’s about becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing HR professionals at every stage of their careers.

For students and emerging leaders, this is your chance to fast-track your success by gaining skills and tools designed to elevate your expertise and build professional relationships that are supportive and aligned with your goals.

PIHRA makes it easy and affordable to join, offering special membership rates for students:

• Student Membership Rate: $35 per year for full-time students pursuing an HR-related degree.

• Fully-Employed Student Discount Rate: $125, perfect for those balancing work and studies.

Join PIHRA today to take the first step toward a thriving HR career. For a list of eligibility requirements, visit pihra.org/studenteligibility.

Questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us at membership@pihra.org or (424) 329-0210 so we can help.