GFAI Scholarship Experience - $3,500

2021 Applications CLOSED. Applications will open for the next school year on January 1, 2022. 

You Should Consider This Scholarship Experience If You….

• Want to work in ag and have an interest in the grain handling and feed industries
• Want a steady career, competitive pay and to become a part of the industry that helps feed the world
• Have an interest in grain merchandising/originating, safety, operations, feed milling, management and more​
  

Recipients Receive:

• Networking and career building opportunities – Learn about the grain industry, network, build your resume and meet new people who can open doors for your career!
• A $3,500 scholarship – 40% of the scholarship is provided at the Summer Kickoff Tour and the remaining amount upon completion of the program in the spring.
• Real work experience – Students will work 4 days at a member facility (2 days each in the spring and fall) and provide two blog posts detailing their experiences. Students can suggest their preferred host.
• A 3-day Summer Kickoff Tour on August 10-12, 2021, complete with site visits around the state, educational programs and social events!

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​Eligibility:

• Permanent Illinois address and a full-time freshman, sophomore or junior at an accredited college or university
• Students must be willing to:
  • Work four days at a member facility (2 days each in spring and fall)
  • Attend the Summer Kickoff Tour on August 10 – 12, 2021
  • Write two blog posts detailing their experiences
• Applicants may only be awarded a GFAI Scholarship once. Previous winners who are sophomores or juniors are eligible for a $1,000 “Renewable Scholarship,” with requirements to interview a facility manager, complete a 30-60 second video, or job shadow 2 days at a member facility and write blog posts about their time.
• Students must be interested in a career in the grain handling or feed industries, submit a transcript and three (3) professional letters of recommendation from school adviser, faculty, employer, etc.

While you’re here, check out the videos below and visit the "Scholarship Blogs" tab for first-hand experiences! 

Any questions? Email cali@gfai.org! 

Learn about the Scholarship Experience with this Highlights Reel from last year!