The Oppenheimer Science & Energy Leadership Program (OSELP) is a Fellowship program stewarded by the National Laboratory Directors' Council (NLDC) designed to develop and empower exceptional leaders within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratories. Launched in 2016, OSELP reflects the National Laboratories' collective commitment to equipping Fellows with the skills and knowledge necessary to advance the critical work of the DOE and National Labs in the years ahead.

OSELP brings together outstanding professionals from across the National Labs, each selected for their potential to make significant contributions to the DOE’s mission. Through mentorship, thought leadership engagements, and strategic think-piece development—combined with site visits and interactions with key stakeholder groups—OSELP offers Fellows a deeper understanding of the National Labs and the DOE system. This immersive experience enhances Fellows' skills and networks, equipping them to help address key challenges and contribute more effectively to the DOE mission and broader goals of the National Labs.