Application Acceptance for the 2026 - 2027 Program year has CLOSED!
Status Update Expected:
September 11, 2026
The application window will close August 28, 2026.
Each program year runs from October to April.
Welcome to the ASME Student L.E.A.D. Program website, proudly presented by the Petroleum Division of ASME.
L.E.A.D. stands for Leadership, Education, and Development. This volunteer-driven program is designed to equip engineering students with the skills, experiences, and professional connections needed to succeed in today's competitive workforce. Through mentorship, industry engagement, hands-on learning opportunities, and collaborative team-building activities, participants gain valuable insights that help bridge the gap between the classroom and their future careers.
Our dedicated mentors and industry professionals are passionate about supporting the next generation of engineers. They bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and guidance to help students develop both personally and professionally.
The Student L.E.A.D. Program is made possible through the generous support of the ASME Petroleum Division and our valued sponsors, whose commitment helps create meaningful opportunities for future engineering leaders.
Explore the site to learn more about the program, review eligibility requirements, discover the benefits of participation, and find out how to apply. You can also learn more about the ASME Petroleum Division and its mission to advance engineering excellence.
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We look forward to helping you lead, learn, and grow.
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Who should apply?
Student Engineers! Preference is given to mechanical engineers, but we will also accept applications from Petroleum, Chemical, and Electrical engineers. Ideally students will have completed their freshman year of college and completed an engineering course or two. We accept applications from Sophomore through PhD level students. Exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis. Apply today!
What's involved?
Each program cycle is a 7-month time commitment that includes two face-to-face meetings, monthly zoom calls with your teams, and virtual learning opportunities between our 2 annual meetings. One meeting in the Fall (Oct/Nov), one meeting in April. The meetings are organized to run like business meetings with experienced speakers, offsite industry tours, team building, a semester project, and peer/mentor networking opportunities.
What's the cost?
The L.E.A.D. Student Program is fully funded by the Petroleum Division of ASME. This means ASME covers the cost of travel, hotel and all food and transportation while you are on ASME business. ASME will reimburse each student for their expenses after the duration of each trip.