What To Expect At JETC
The 2026 JETC is where friends and colleagues from across the A/E/C profession and joint engineer community come together for three days of education, training, and networking that is simply unmatched within the industry.
Don't miss this chance to connect with friends and colleagues, and strengthen your personal and professional development. Mark your calendars for May 19-21, 2026; JETC: Innovate Forward!
Program Highlights:
- 70+ Hours of Education & Training Sessions
- Executive Panel with the Engineering Service Chiefs
- Pre-Conference Workshops
- Exhibit Hall Featuring Leading A/E/C Companies
- SAME Celebrations
- Fellows Investiture
- LDP Graduation
- Society Ball & Awards Gala highlighted by the Golden Eagle Award
SAME Silent Auction
Get ready for an unforgettable experience during JETC—our dynamic, engaging, and fully interactive Silent Auction is back! Whether you’re attending the event in person or supporting from afar, you can join the excitement through our easy-to-use online platform. Bidding opens in early May 2026, giving you ample time to explore extraordinary items and support a mission that transforms lives.
Discover exclusive offerings including dream vacation getaways, culinary adventures, sports and entertainment tickets, original artwork, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind SAME memorabilia—all curated to delight and inspire.
Every dollar raised fuels the SAME Foundation’s ability to:
- Expand our Camps Program – awakening curiosity, creativity, and a passion for STEM in the next generation.
- Elevate Mentorship Opportunities – connecting rising engineers with accomplished professionals who guide, support, and inspire.
- Strengthen Collaborative Learning – empowering future leaders through SAME’s Leader Development Program and peer-driven experiences essential for today’s interconnected world.
Interested in donating to the Silent Auction? Please visit us here
Earn PDH and AIA Credits
By attending JETC, you will have the opportunity to earn over 70 PDH credits (including AIA LU & AIA LU HSW credits)! Audio recordings of each session will be available after the conference through August 2026.
About SAME
Founded in 1920, the Society of American Military Engineers—as it has for over 100 years—leads collaboration in support of our national security priorities through a commitment to advancing three interdependent strategic goals: Drive Partnerships, Deliver Solutions, and Develop People.
With more than 24,000 members including uniformed service members, government civilians, private sector practitioners, and members of academia, SAME offers professional and personal development, networking, and community involvement to individuals and organizations committed to our national security.
SAME and its 100 Posts and Chapters throughout the United States and around the world offers a wide network of support that includes education, training, networking and business development opportunities, all unified by a shared mission to strengthen national security and enhance readiness.
Dates for Future JETC Events
2027: May 18-20 | Baird Convention Center | Milwaukee, WI
2028: May 9-11 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center | Pittsburgh, PA
"It amazes me how resilient, positive, and professional SAME continues to be regardless of the challenges. Thanks to all the SAME team that make these events possible."
- Adam Ramos, CP&Y Inc.