General Qualifications:

  • The nominator must be an employee of a corporation, company, government agency, or organization, or an individual that resides, or with a branch office residing, in the United States.
  • The nominee must be an engineer, scientist, educator, or corporate/government leader who has made exemplary contributions or provided commendable support to the engineering and science community and/or the public welfare. The nominee must be a US citizen or a US permanent resident of Asian descent.
  • Once selected, the awardee must be present at the ceremony to receive the award.

For details, please refer to the Guidelines for 2026 AAEOY Award Nomination and SelectionÂ