Empowering the Next Generation of Nuclear Professionals

Welcome to the Student Engagement hub for the American Nuclear Society Washington D.C. Local Section (ANS-DC). Serving over 400 professionals and students across the D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia region, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between academic study and a thriving career in nuclear science and technology.

What ANS-DC Can Do For You (Local Benefits)

Our local chapter is deeply committed to building a strong community of future leaders. To help you succeed, ANS-DC offers the following local initiatives:

• Free Sponsored Memberships: We want to eliminate financial barriers. ANS-DC is offering to fully sponsor your annual ANS student membership! Apply here:

• Establish a Student Section: Interested in starting an official ANS Student Section at your university? We will provide the guidance and backing to help you launch it.

• Guest Speakers & Lectures: Bring industry experts into your classroom. We provide professional speakers to lecture on cutting-edge nuclear topics.

What ANS National Offers You

When you join ANS, you gain access to a powerhouse national network of over 10,000 members dedicated to advancing nuclear energy, medicine, space, and more. Here are the premier national benefits available to students:

Career & Professional Development

• Nuclear Engineering Student Delegation (NESD): A premier opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C., to directly engage with policymakers, educating and advocating for critical nuclear energy initiatives.

• ANS Mentor Match: Get paired 1-on-1 with an experienced professional in your specific field to guide your career path.

• Discounted Conferences: Attend national ANS meetings with deeply discounted registration rates and financial travel support to build your network.

Academic & Financial Resources

• Scholarships: Access numerous need- and merit-based national scholarships to help fund your education.

• Full Publication Access: Enjoy complimentary electronic access to all official ANS publications, journals, and technical materials.

• On-Demand Webinars: Dive deeper into niche topics using the extensive online library of educational webinars.

Community & Advocacy

• Connect with Peers: Join a massive network of over 60 active Student Sections and participate in the massive, annual student-run conference.

• Public Advocacy: Be part of an organization that champions nuclear as a clean, safe, and reliable energy source by shaping policy, developing K-12 curricula, and informing global media.

Information for Faculty & Departments

Are you a faculty member in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field? We want to partner with you to bring these resources directly to your classrooms.

Feel free to download our Student Engagement Flyer (PDF) to share with your students, or reach out to us to schedule a guest speaker.

• Stay Informed: Anyone can read the latest industry breakthroughs on the ANS Nuclear News Page (No membership required).

• Learn More: Review the full scope of national student benefits on the ANS Student Membership Hub.