The Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment Fellows Program is a year-long, hands-on, broadening and leadership program designed to enhance the career development of selected mid-level logistics professionals (military 04 to 05, civilian GS-13 to GS-14 or YA-02/03), by providing them with significant headquarters-level experience and opportunities.

During the year, Fellows are expected to fully immerse themselves in their work placement, which lies at the heart of the program. Assignments can offer unparalleled experience working with DoD officials on a variety of challenging issues.

Fellows are exposed to other unique developmental and educational experiences, including visits to locations like Capitol Hill, the headquarters of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the headquarters of the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), and other commercial and DoD logistics operations and activities.

The Fellowship year is a full time commitment. Fellows are expected to focus exclusively on their work in this program and sponsoring organizations are asked not to require the Fellows to continue work related to their home station. During the year, leave can be taken if authorized, but Fellows are encouraged to take leave before or after the program year.

Each Service/Agency is encouraged to nominate several qualified individuals through an internal review, selection, and nomination process.


What are the Fellows Program Objectives?
Click on Objectives to review the Program's five primary objectives.


How does the Fellows Program benefit you and your organization?
Click on Benefits to review the Program's significant benefits for the individual selectee, his/her sponsoring organization and the DoD logistics community.


How can I apply for the Fellows Program?
The application process is neither hard nor complex. Click on "How to" to review the specific requirements for the selection process.

Interested in Learning More?

• Contact your organization's training or human resources office
• E-mail the OSD Fellows Program at: osd.fellows@mail.mil
• U.S. Air Force News Article – December 2016
• Army Sustainment Article – July 2013

Visit the Office of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment Homepage at: https://www.acq.osd.mil/log

Download the OSD Fellows Program Fellowship Welcome Package