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Artificial Intelligence Policy: ASTM International prohibits the entry of ASTM standards and related ASTM intellectual property (“ASTM IP”) into any form of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT. Additionally, creating ----derivatives of ASTM IP using AI is also prohibited without express written permission from ASTM’s President. In the case of such use, ASTM will suspend a licensee’s access to ASTM IP, and further legal action will be considered.
ASTM technical committees are welcome to nominate a candidate who wants to become more active on their committee.
The objective of the Emerging Professionals program is to create a new opportunity with long-term benefits for new
members who have demonstrated the potential to be industry and committee leaders.
Up to ten selected candidates per committee week will:
Receive round-trip domestic economy airfare to and from the committee week (*up to $650)
Get two-night accommodations in the committee week hotel
Attend an Emerging Professionals Workshop for a comprehensive introduction to ASTM and its standards development process
Receive leadership development training from a professional facilitator and learn skills such as negotiation, consensus building, and problem solving
Participate in technical committee meetings with a committee mentor
Be provided with complimentary participation in CliftonStrengths Assessment*
The CliftonStrengths assessment, created by Gallup and administered by McKinley Advisors, will be offered for
incoming and former members of the Emerging Professionals Program. This assessment identifies an individual's
top five strengths to help EPs discover their inherent strengths and leverage this knowledge to develop, grow, and
contribute to their workplace, volunteer, and personal interactions. In addition to receiving the assessment results
and analysis, EPs will be invited to a virtual workshop facilitated by McKinley to discuss how to integrate this insight
into their career development plans. This assessment adds another leadership development element to the
Emerging Professionals program, and we look forward to the rich discussions it will enable.
Criteria
Potential candidates for the program shall meet the following criteria:
One to five years’ experience in standards development or in using ASTM standards in their work
Works for a company, association, or government agency, that is currently using and/or developing ASTM standards
OR attends a university (graduate level or higher) where their work involves/contributes to a significant ASTM
activity
Is available to attend the appropriate technical committee meeting
ASTM International membership is required for the candidate and mentor. Student membership is acceptable for the nominee.
Workshop Speakers:
McKinley Advisors in Washington, D.C. will be providing the guest speakers at all workshops. McKinley has
decades of experience and a steadfast commitment to advancing the work of mission-driven organizations.
Workshop Dates 2024
October 7-8, 2024 – Orlando, FL ((submissions closed)
October 21-22, 2024 – Brussels, Belgium ((submissions closed) ** held in conjunction with ASTM BOD meetings
November 11-12, 2024 – Orlando, FL ((submissions closed)
Workshop Dates 2025
June 23-24, 2025 - Toronto, Canada (nominations due by April 18, 2025)
June D02 – June 23-24, 2025 - Kansas City, MO (nominations due by April 18, 2025)
October 6-7, 2025 – Atlanta, GA (nominations due by August 4, 2025)
November 10-11, 2025 – Atlanta, GA (nominations due by August 28, 2025)
"This was a great experience to become familiar with the elements of standard development as well as to meet peers,
ASTM management and staff." - Nima Shamsaei, Auburn University
"The program exceeded my expectations by providing a balanced combination of networking opportunities, committee
meetings and learning experiences." - Ash Kotwal, Martin Marietta
"I have submitted my first standard and the first ballot went very well! 100% of acceptance! Thank you for your support
and training!" - Carla Divieto, National Institute of Metrological Research, Italy
For More Information
Questions? Contact Katerina Koperna at +1.610.832.9728 or email kkoperna@astm.org