Scholarships

GFAI Scholarship Experience - $3,500

Application Deadline for 2020 is Closed

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 11-13, 2020, complete with site visits around the state, educational programs and social events!
Hotel accommodations and registration at GFAI’s Annual Convention and Trade Show where all recipients will be recognized during the general session on February 15, 2021 in Peoria, IL.

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 11 – 13, 2020
- Write two blog posts detailing their experiences
Applicants may only be awarded a GFAI Scholarship once. Previous winners who are sophomores, juniors or seniors 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 amanda@gfai.org!