HQ Function

The headquarters serves as the primary administrative and operational center for the NAE, facilitating its programs, studies, meetings, and outreach efforts to fulfill its mission of advising the nation on engineering and technology.

Notable Features:

The NAE is co-located with the National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Medicine in two main buildings: the historic National Academy of Sciences Building on Constitution Avenue and the Keck Center of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The NAS Building is renowned for its classical architecture and the Great Hall.

Work Culture:

The work culture is highly intellectual, mission-driven, and collaborative, focused on providing objective, evidence-based advice. It involves interaction with leading engineers and scientists from academia, industry, and government.

HQ Significance:

The D.C. headquarters is strategically located to facilitate interaction with federal government agencies, policymakers, and other national organizations, central to its advisory role.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' operations and the buildings themselves reflect values of excellence, integrity, objectivity, and service to the nation.

Location:

While primarily focused on serving the United States, the NAE maintains a significant international presence through collaborations with engineering academies worldwide, participation in international engineering organizations (like the International Council of Academies of Engineering and Technological Sciences - CAETS), and by addressing global challenges that require engineering solutions. Its membership also includes international members, fostering global exchange of knowledge and expertise.

Street Address:

500 Fifth Street, NW

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA