WANT TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION?
Application Submittal is OPEN for the 2026-2027 Program year.
Our application window will close August 28th for applicant review. Notifications will be sent in September. Application window will re-open after the first of the year for the 2027-2028 Program Year.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Be at least 18 years old by October 1 of the program year.
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Be currently enrolled as a student during the academic year in which they are applying.
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Reside in North America. Students studying abroad or traveling internationally for participation are not eligible.
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Be in good academic standing with their college or university.
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Be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate-level student at the time of application.
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Be able to provide an unofficial transcript. Please do not purchase an official transcript for this application.
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Be able to commit to the full program schedule and complete all program requirements if selected.
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Commit to the seven-month program term (October through April).
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Participate in an online interview, if requested, as part of the selection process.
Preferred Qualifications
The following are encouraged, but not required:
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A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Active involvement with ASME, including student chapter participation or ASME membership.
Notes
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The sophomore-level requirement helps ensure participants have the academic foundation needed to fully engage with program content. Exceptions may be considered for students with advanced academic standing or other unique circumstances.
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ASME membership is not required to apply or participate in the program. However, students interested in learning more about the benefits of ASME membership are encouraged to review the information provided below.
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Eligibility exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Questions?
If you have questions about your eligibility or would like to discuss a unique circumstance, please contact:
Danielle Rojas
ASME Program Manager
rojasd@asme.org
or
ASME LEAD Program
asmeleadprogram@asme.org
Required Application Materials
Please upload the following documents as part of your application:
1. Letter of Support
A letter from your current teacher, academic advisor, supervisor, or manager confirming their support of your participation in the program.
Participants are expected to attend all program meetings, which may require missing up to four full days of classes or work per meeting. This letter should acknowledge that commitment and recognize the program as a professional and leadership development opportunity.
2. Reference Letter
A letter from a mentor, teacher, supervisor, manager, or other professional reference who can speak to your character, work ethic, achievements, or potential.
3. Essay
Submit a two-page essay (Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced) addressing the following:
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Why you would like to participate in the program
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Your interest in the oil and gas industry
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What you hope to learn from the experience
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Your career goals, aspirations, and any additional information you would like the selection committee to consider
4. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Submit a current resume or CV that highlights your education, work experience, projects, certifications, leadership activities, and other relevant accomplishments.
5. Unofficial Transcript
Submit a copy of your unofficial transcript.
Please do not purchase an official transcript for this application. Most institutions provide unofficial transcripts through their student portal, which can be downloaded and submitted as a PDF.
6. Government-Issued Identification
Submit an image of the front of your government-issued ID only. This will be used solely to verify your name and identity.