All members of the American Nuclear Society who are under the age of 36 or who are within 5 years of graduation from an accredited educational institution are automatically registered as members of the Young Members Group at no additional cost.

For eligible members, membership in ANS YMG will not count as one of the two Professional Division memberships that are included in the annual ANS membership dues. ANS members who are age 36 or older and beyond the first 5 years after graduation, may enroll as YMG members by paying the fee for additional professional division membership and selecting YMG on their annual membership renewal form, as with any other Professional Divisions.

• To encourage and enable all young professional members to be actively involved in the efforts and endeavors of the Society at all levels (Professional Divisions, ANS Governance, Local Sections, etc.)
• To simplify the transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional
• To sponsor workshops and meetings that provide professional development and networking opportunities for young professionals
• To collaborate with other Divisions and Groups in developing technical and non-technical content of particular interest to young professionals for topical and national meetings
• To encourage Young Professionals to participate in the activities of the Groups and Divisions that are closely related to their professional interests as well as in their local sections
• To introduce young members to the rules and governance structure of the Society
• To nominate young professionals for awards and leadership opportunities available to members.