The program helps to familiarize members to the workings of ASME and to facilitate their active participation in the Society. Women and underrepresented minority members who have obtained a minimum of associate member status in ASME are encouraged to apply for the program. Members can apply to participate in one-year internships with an ASME Operating Board or Committee. Participants' employers will need to provide sufficient time away from the office to support their activities. As specified in the Society Policy P-4.5 Travel Expense Contribution, reasonable transportation costs to attend approved meetings are eligible for reimbursement.
All expenses are subject to budget limitations.
ASME encourages a sharing of these costs by the employer. More experienced members may request to be recommended for voting positions on Operating Boards or their Committees which have openings. Applicants should request placement on a Board or Committee in which they have specific interest or expertise. Placement is not guaranteed and depends on factors such as openings in the unit, the participant meeting membership criteria, and election to the unit. A BMW subcommittee will review the applications, and selected participants in the program will be informed via letter in early fall.