The Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association and the Alabama Community College System have partnered to offer scholarship money to students in Alabama who want to pursue a career in vehicle manufacturing.
Current high school seniors and college freshmen are eligible for the program, which offers an award of $3,600 towards the cost of certain technical education certificates or associate degrees at 23 Alabama community colleges.
Those interested must apply by November 30 and, if accepted, would enter the institution they choose in 2021.
Around 40,000 individuals are currently employed in Alabama’s automotive manufacturing sector, a number that is increasing every year.
To apply, students must have at least a 2.5 GPA. The submission requires an application form, a resume, an essay of no more than 500 words, one signed reference letter, a transcript and a headshot photo.
The scholarship is available for students pursuing a degree in one of the following programs:
- Automotive Manufacturing Technology
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Automotive Service Technician
- Computer Numerical Control
- Engineering Technology
- Industrial Electronics Technology
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
- Injection Molding
- Logistics
- Machine Shop/Tool Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Mechanical Design Technology
- Mechatronics
- Welding Technology
- Other automotive technology-related programs may be considered
A total of $189,000 has been provided for the program, enough for 52 students to receive scholarships.
More information on the scholarship, including where to apply, can be found here.
Henry Thornton is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can contact him by email: [email protected] or on Twitter @HenryThornton95.
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