NITO Svalbard 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 March 1, 1936 and aims to safeguard the interests of its members within the engineering and technology professions. NITO is a non-partisan and independent professional organization, which gives members the opportunity to focus on professional issues without political influence.
As a non-profit organization, NITO Svalbard works to promote competence development, professional ethics and professional cooperation among engineers and technologists. The organization offers various services and resources for its members, including consulting, courses and networking opportunities. NITO Svalbard also contributes to strengthening the engineering professions in the region through cooperation with educational institutions and the business community.