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Now home to IFT FIRST

Advance Your Career with IFT

IFT delivers top learning and development opportunities to help you and your team succeed.

Visit IFT's Career Center

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IFT helps you find jobs and talent, expand your knowledge, and build your professional network—all in one place.

Expand Your Knowledge

Access learning and professional development resources, with exclusive benefits and pricing for members.

Online Courses

Boost your skills and advance your career with IFT’s online courses. Learn practical, relevant knowledge anytime, at your convenience.

Explore IFT's Publications

Explore how science, technology, and business shape the global food system. Access the latest research, expert reviews, and insightful conversations with leaders across disciplines worldwide.

On-Demand Webinars

Discover over 100 on-demand webcasts and explore a wide range of topics in easy-to-digest segments.

Network and Connect

There are so many ways for you to engage with IFT’s global, interdisciplinary community. Check them out.

Member Connect

IFT Member Connect gives members a secure, easy way to join discussions, share insights, get feedback, and connect with peers to advance their work and career.

Local Sections

IFT members can attend regional Section events at discounted rates and volunteer to build local connections.

Volunteer with IFT

Exclusive to members, volunteering with IFT positions you to build meaningful relationships and help improve food for everyone, everywhere.

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IFT FIRST

IFT members get a steep discount on registration to IFT FIRST, the largest global food science and innovation expo, where you can connect with innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers across every sector of food science and technology.

July 12-15, 2026

Join an Interest Group

IFT members can join 25 Divisions—topical, interest-based groups that provide specialized resources, connections, and insights for your current work and future career growth.