Individual Development Plans (IDPs) | National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Skip Navigation Close the left navigation Individual Development Plans (IDPs) Fellows' Career Development Individual Development Plans (IDPs) Fellows' Career Development Individual Development Plans (IDPs) Fellows at NIEHS are encouraged to create Individual Development Plans (IDPs), which are dynamic, living documents that help one identify and outline career goals as well as reflect on past achievements. General Explanation of IDPs What is an IDP and why is it helpful? How to Create an IDP Discover how to create and use an IDP to plan your career. IDP Forms Find samples of IDP forms here. Self-Assessment and Career Counseling Make a career counseling appointment and discover self-assessment tools. Fellows’ Individual Development & Exploration Resource A tool to explore where you are professionally and plan where you want to go Back to Top Last Reviewed: December 19, 2025