AIME's mission is to support its Member Societies.
- SME - The Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
- TMS - The Minerals, Metals, and Materials Society
- AIST - Association for Iron and Steel Technology
- SPE - Society of Petroleum Engineers
AIME supports its four Member Societies through the conferring of awards, scholarships and special grants; and, as one of the five Founder Societies of engineering, AIME provides its Member Societies with national visibility and participation within the larger engineering and scientific community.
AIME's Council of Excellence reviews current and emerging technologies which have potential in other disciplines, identifies technology gaps, advocates for research, and advises AIME on potential funding needs, external engagement or recognition for these efforts. Visitors are invited to submit technological innovation ideas that have cross-disciplinary potential.