Joseph F. Novek Outstanding Leader Award

Society of Manufacturing Engineers Education Foundation

Deadline: Feb 1, 2026

To recognize and support students who exhibited such qualities similar to the namesake of the award in their academic and professional lives. Qualifications: Applicants must be graduating high school senior or current college student (associates or bachelor's); Minimum 2.0 GPA; Pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related discipline; Attending accredited college or university in the United States or Canada; Permanent resident or citizen of the United States, Canada, or possess a student visa; Full-time or part-time student. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on application review team. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; student statement; resume should be a summary of education, work experience, extracurricular activities and other accomplishments; submit transcripts; applicants need to submit a list of completed STEM courses; students must provide two references for letters of recommendation. Focus: Engineering; Manufacturing.

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