The Steel to Students Training Program from the Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation funds student attendance at technical steel industry conferences to foster research and professional growth.
Funder: Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation
Due Dates: September 14, 2026 | September 29, 2026 | October 5, 2026 | October 6, 2026 | October 13, 2026 | October 20, 2026 | November 2, 2026 | January 25, 2027 | February 7, 2027 | February 16, 2027 | February 22, 2027 | February 24, 2027 | May 31, 2027
Funding Amounts: Full registration plus up to $600 (or $360 for non-high income countries) in travel reimbursement per event.
Summary: Supports post-secondary students with registration and travel costs to attend AIST steel industry training conferences and technical meetings.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least one week before the chosen event; high school students are not eligible.
The Steel to Students Training Program, offered by the Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation, provides financial support for post-secondary vocational, undergraduate, and graduate students to attend AIST Technology Training Conferences and AIST Member Chapter annual meetings that feature technical programs. The award covers both full registration and travel reimbursement, enabling students to gain specialized knowledge, network with industry professionals, and explore career opportunities in the global iron and steel sector. This initiative is designed to foster the next generation of leaders in iron and steel technology by supporting student engagement with industry-focused education.