• Expert mentorship: receive year-round guidance, including educational, research and career advice from professionals in various microbiology sectors.
• Skill development: acquire tools and techniques to enhance your confidence in scientific and professional settings.
• Leadership training: hone your leadership skills with exclusive ASM opportunities.
• Professional network: gain access to a community of scientific professionals in the microbial sciences.
• Collaborative opportunities: form collaborations amongst peer groups and scientific experts.

What to Expect During the Fellowship

• Participate in group and 1:1 structured mentoring.
• Participate in professional development and career training sessions hosted by ASM mentors and external partners.
• Connect with over 1,300 mentors and fellows through our Mentoring Hub platform. 

What to Expect After the Fellowship:

• Engage in leadership roles and opportunities within and outside of ASM.
• Connect with ASM student local chapters and scientific communities.

Fellows must meet the following criteria when applying for the ASM FLMF Program:

1. Be an ASM member (2026 membership year). A membership number is required during the application process. Please allow 24 hours for new memberships before applying.
2. Be a master's and/or doctoral graduate student.
3. Demonstrate a strong background in microbial sciences and interest in seeking mentorship.
4. Commit to a 2-year fellowship term.