AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarship Program
This grant funds technical students preparing for iron and steel industry careers, pairing scholarships with required paid internships to build hands-on skills and industry experience.
Funder: Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation
Due Dates: June 30, 2026: Full application deadline for the 2026–2027 academic year | June 30, 2026: Deadline for recommendation letters
Funding Amounts: Up to 10 annual awards of $2,600 each; one-year duration; includes required paid internship or apprenticeship.
Summary: Supports students at U.S. trade schools or community colleges pursuing iron and steel industry careers with a scholarship and required paid work-based learning placement.
Description
This program provides scholarships to students enrolled in or planning to enroll in two-year associate degree, diploma, or technical certificate programs at accredited U.S. trade schools or community colleges, specifically for those preparing for careers in the iron and steel industry. Each scholarship includes a $2,600 award for one academic year and is paired with a required paid internship, apprenticeship, or work-based learning experience coordinated through the FAME USA program or another AIST-approved steel industry employer. The goal is to foster hands-on technical skills and industry experience, cultivating the next generation of skilled professionals in steel manufacturing and related fields.
