A new fellowship opportunity is aiming to help more women enter advanced manufacturing and move into long-term leadership roles.

The DeRocco Fellowship pairs paid summer internships with mentorship, professional development and industry exposure to help turn short-term work experience into a stronger career pathway. The program also gives manufacturers another model for building talent pipelines by connecting students with real-world experience and support early in their careers. Women enrolled in community college, undergraduate and graduate programs are eligible to apply.

Applications for the summer 2026 cohort are due April 30. 3/20/2026