The Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) is a professional society whose membership represents all professionals serving the minerals industry in more than 85 countries. SME members are engineers, geologists, metallurgists, educators, students and researchers. SME advances the worldwide minerals community through information exchange and professional development.

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Student members

SME student members must be a full-time college undergraduate or graduate student in good standing and must be nominated by an existing Member.

Scholarships

Each year, SME and the SME Foundation offer multiple scholarships to SME student members who demonstrate a desire for and probability of success in a career in the minerals industry.

Other opportunities

SME members can participate in various comptitions and programs, including a mentor program that pairs students and young professionals with experienced members in the field.