Overview

The Lise Meitner Programme (LMP), organised by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), offers a specialised professional visit designed to provide participants with practical exposure to the nuclear fuel cycle.

Eligibility

Be a woman with a background relevant to nuclear science or technology
Have 3–10 years of professional experience in a nuclear-related field, or be a final-year PhD student with relevant experience
Hold a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree in a related discipline
Be a national of an eligible International Atomic Energy Agency Member State

Benefits

The programme provides:

Technical learning, site visits, and international collaboration
Participation in the IAEA International Conference on Fuel Supply Chain for Sustainable Nuclear Power Development
Opportunity to observe the full nuclear fuel cycle through direct engagement with advanced industrial facilities
Guided visits to state-of-the-art sites operated by Orano in France
Leadership development sessions

How to Apply

Complete the online application form and submit required documentation, including:

Copy of passport
Academic diplomas (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and/or PhD)
For employed applicants: Two-page summary of current work and employer’s release and recommendation form
For final-year PhD students: Relevant publications or a thesis summary, and supervisor’s release and recommendation form

Applications may be submitted directly or through national authorities.