EREF Scholarships and Grants
EREF SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available to any qualified applicant for the purpose of providing educational assistance to those seeking a career in the field of engine rebuilding. Scholarships are available for amounts of up to $1000 each.
EREF GRANTS
Grants are available to current AERA members and their employees only. Grant awards will be considered for any program which will benefit the applicant and employer in the job function. A letter must be submitted from the sponsoring employer outlining why the applicant should be considered for a grant.
EREF COMPUTER LITERACY GRANTS
This program was designed to improve computer literacy among member machinists. This grant is only available to current AERA member shops with either no computer in their shop or a computer more than five years old. (The applicant would have to certify (sign) to that effect.) The award would consist of $500 toward the cost of equipment, and $500 toward a training session, which would be obligatory, for a total of $1000. The training session would be reimbursed upon receipt of a certificate or other written proof of completion. The computer would be purchased by AERA and sent to the recipient upon completion of the course. Any amount over $500 would be reimbursed by the member.
SELECTION METHOD
EREF scholarship and grant recipients will be chosen based on the following criteria:
- Qualifications and information provided in the letter from the applicant or employer outlining why he/she should be considered
- Written explanation describing how the course will benefit the applicant and employer
Several grants and scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis. No AERA member shall be awarded more than one grant per year nor any training facility more than 25% of the available scholarships per year. The employer will remain anonymous to the Board of Governors during the grant selection process.
HOW TO APPLY
In addition to completing the official EREF Scholarship and Grant Application Form, applicants must provide the following documentation:
A letter outlining why the applicant should be considered for educational assistance. Letter should include a summary of qualifications, work experience, education, any special financial considerations, and activities that demonstrate leadership and/or initiative in school, community or work.
A letter of recommendation (scholarships only) from an applicant’s primary instructor or employer. This may include the applicant’s academic achievements, natural ability, hard work, professionalism, teamwork, attention to detail, initiative, etc.
A list of information on the course(s) to be pursued, benefits to the applicant and employer, and estimated costs. List course description, length and training location. Explain how this course will benefit the applicant and employer. Any associated costs can be listed (tuition, books, supplies, transportation, lodging, meals, etc.). Include a total of estimated costs.
NOTIFICATION AND AVAILABILITY
All applicants will be notified of EREF’s Board of Governors decision. Scholarships are applicable to the 2007 academic year commencing in September. There is a one year limit to scholarships. Scholarship funds are sent directly to the school. Grants will be available immediately.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
In order to qualify, the EREF must receive the application form, as well as necessary supporting documentation, no later than March 7, 2008. Additional applications are available upon request from the EREF office. Call toll-free 1-888-326-2372 or e-mail eref@aera.org.
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ABOUT EREF
The purpose of the EREF is to establish scholarships and provide grants to assist those who desire training in the field of engine building/rebuilding.
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