The AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarship Program supports U.S. trade school students with scholarships and paid industry placements in the iron and steel sector.
Funder: Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 10 scholarships annually; each award is US$2,600 for one year, plus a required paid industry placement.
Summary: Supports U.S. trade school and community college students preparing for iron and steel industry careers through financial aid and a required work-based learning experience.
The AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarship Program is designed to encourage and support students pursuing two-year degrees or certificates at accredited trade schools or community colleges in the United States, specifically those preparing for skilled careers in the iron and steel industry. The program provides both a financial scholarship and a required, paid work-based learning placement (internship, apprenticeship, or similar) at a steel-producing or steel-related company, coordinated through the FAME USA program or with AIST approval. The initiative aims to foster the next generation of skilled professionals for the evolving steel manufacturing sector.