NITO Oslo and Akershus local branch is part of NITO, Norway's largest organization for engineers and technologists with bachelor's, master's and higher degrees. The organization was founded on 1 March 1936 and is a non-partisan, independent professional organisation. The local branch aims to support and develop its members in Oslo and Akershus, and is led by dedicated shop stewards.
The department offers a number of local member benefits, including free entry to the Technical Museum. In addition, they organize social activities that promote networking among members. NITO Oslo and Akershus focus on giving the members influence in the organization and work closely with the NITO office in Oslo to look after the members' interests.