Women In Aviation, International Scholarships - 2008
Dispatcher Scholarships
Airline Ground Schools, Inc.
Airline Ground Schools (AGS) will award one dispatcher training award leading to an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. AGS offers two options: a 13 weekend course in Florence, KY (near Cincinnati); and a Distance Learning Course with a 6-day residency. No previous aviation experience required.
(Scholarship value $3000)
Airline Dispatcher’s Federation Scholarships
The Airline Dispatcher’s Federation will award at least one dispatcher training award, donated by ADF Scholastic Partners, which can lead to an FAA Certified Aircraft Dispatcher License. Applicants must be 21 years of age to begin a training course and, upon successful completion of the training, may be hired as a Dispatcher’s Assistant until legally able to exercise Joint Operational Control (as per Federal Aviation Regulations) as an aircraft dispatcher with any U.S. FAR 121 Domestic/Flag Carrier at age 23. Previous aviation experience may be applied, but is not required.
(Scholarship value varies)
Engineering Scholarships
Delta Air Lines Engineering Scholarship
Delta Air Lines will award a $5,000 scholarship to a student currently enrolled in a Baccalaureate degree in Aerospace/ Aeronautical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, the recipient will receive a trip to the 16th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference (includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be full-time students at the junior or senior level with a minimum of two semesters (as of March 2008), with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or better. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens.
IN ADDITION to all WAI requirements you must also include a detailed essay (500 -1000 words), double spaced, type written which addresses the following topics:
1. Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in Aero-space/Aeronautical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering?
2. What is or has been your greatest life challenge, and how has it enriched your and/or someone else’s life?
3. If someone else was to describe your greatest strength, what would it be and why, and what do you consider to be your strongest characteristic and why?
4. What has been your most memorable academic experience and how did you handle this situation?
5. Why are you the most qualified candidate for the Delta Air Lines Engineering Scholarship?
(Scholarship value–$5,000; Estimated total value–$6,000)
Flight Scholarships
Airbus A320 Type Rating Certificate Scholarships (2) Just Added
Applicants for the Airbus A320 type rating scholarships must hold a bachelor's degree, commercial pilot certificate, instrument rating, certified flight instructor certificate and multiengine rating. Preference will be given to those candidates who are graduates of Spectrum-type programs, featuring technical flight management systems and glass cockpit training.
(Scholarship value $31,000 each.. Total value $62,000)
CAE SimuFlite Citation Corporate Aircraft Training Scholarship Just Added
CAE SimuFlite will award a corporate aircraft training scholarship. It will include Citation initial training resulting in a type rating upon successful completion of the course. Criteria include, in addition to the general scholarship requirements, a current first class medical, commercial pilot certificate with multiengine and instrument ratings and a certified flight instructor certificate with instrument airplane endorsement. Applicant must have flown a minimum of 50 hours PIC or SIC within the previous 12 months. The candidate must demonstrate an interest in corporate or business aviation by writing an additional 250-word essay on how this scholarship will fit into their plans to enter corporate/business aviation. The recipient is responsible for all travel and housing-related costs for the 14-day course.
(Scholarship value to be determined)
Cessna "Earn a Private Pilot’s Certificate" Scholarship Just Added
Cessna Aircraft Company is offering a scholarship to earn a private pilot’s certificate. The applicant must be able to pass a flight physical, have no prior logbook entry flight training and be willing the complete the course at a Cessna Pilot Center within a 12-month period. The Cessna interactive Computer Based Instruction kit will be provided along with a series of credits which will be paid directly to the flight school: $500 after medical certificate is received; $1,500 on completion of first solo flight; $1,500 after completing first cross-country flight; and balance, up to $1,500, when the FAA written exam is passed and the private pilot certificate is received. Please include in the essay why you want to learn to fly and how you intend to use the license once obtained. All reimbursements under this program may be taxable in accordance with IRS regulations. Recipients are responsible for any income taxes due on reimbursements made under this program.
(Scholarship value $5,000)
Cessna Scholarship for Citation Encore Type Rating Just Added
Criteria include: Current first class medical, commercial pilot certificate with multi-engine and instrument rating and 1,000 hr. PIC total time minimum. Candidate must demonstrate an interest in corporate or business aviation by writing an additional essay of up to 500-words on how this scholarship will affect your life and what you plan on doing with the rating once you receive it. The winner will receive type rating upon the successful completion of the course through Flight Safety International in Wichita, Kansas. The winner will also receive tour of Cessna facility. The recipient is responsible for all travel and housing-related costs for the period of the course. This is a FAA 500 series type rating to ATP standards that will allow recipient to fly all model 500 series aircraft. All reimbursements under this program may be taxable in accordance with IRS regulations. Recipients are responsible for any income taxes due on reimbursements made under this program.
(Scholarship value approximately $18,800)
Commercial Airline Pilot Advance Training– Airline/Jet Transition Course Scholarship
The Commercial Airline Pilot Training (CAPT) will award one Advance Training -Airline/Jet Transition Course Scholarship to a qualified candidate. This course will include a commercial/multi-engine/instrument review course (academics and flight) in a crew concept environment with the student culminating 24 hours in a transport category-type Flight Training Device. Upon successful completion of the course, the recipient will be eligible for employment through CAPT’s partnering airlines.
Applicants must meet all WAI scholarship requirements, complete and submit the WAI application as specified on the form. Applicants must be holders of a Commercial multi-engine land license with an instrument rating and a minimum of 300 hours. The recipient is responsible for all travel and housing-related costs for the estimated 10-week course located at the CAPT training facility in Palm Coast, FL. A list of available housing will be provided to the recipient.
(Scholarship value $22,495 estimated)
Continental Airlines 737 Flight Training Scholarships (2)
Continental Airlines is offering two Boeing 737 type rating training scholarships. Criteria requires a minimum of 1,500 hours total time, 1,000 hours turbine, 1,000 hours multi, 1,000 hours PIC. Applicant must possess commercial and instrument ratings, a first class medical with no waivers, and must have successfully completed the ATP written exam.
To apply for these scholarships, apply online using the following procedures. The deadline for applications is December 7, 2007.
- Go to www.continental.com
- Click on "About Continental"
- Click on "Career Opportunities"
- Select "Pilot Positions"
If this is the first time you have applied for a position, select "New Application". Unless you want to use this application to apply for employment at another airline other than Continental, select "Single Application Only.” There is no charge for a single application.
- Follow the prompts to create a new AirlineApps.com account.
- Fill out the required information by selecting each item on the list of options on the left side of the page.
- Under the item "Job Targeting" select "Continental Airlines" as the airline you wish to receive your application.
- Under the item "My Addendums" select the option "enter/update" on the line next to "Continental Airlines"
- Complete the information on this page.
- At the top of the page select "Member of Women in Aviation" in the affiliate listing.
To have someone submit an online letter of recommendation, under “Professional Recommendation” select “Send a Request” and enter the email address of the person submitting the recommendation. They should receive shortly an email with a link to a webpage to submit the recommendation. You can have as many recommendations as you want.
Note: You may complete background references, but they are not required at this time.
When you have completed all of the items select "My Application". Select "Validate My Application" to ensure all required fields are filled in. Once all items are verified, select "Publish My Application" to submit it for consideration.
After completing the application you can then submit your essay via email to Scholarships@wai.org with a copy to Pilotrecruiting@coair.com. Continental’s response to your email will let you know your application is under consideration. You may include a copy of your resume’, but this is not mandatory.
(Scholarship value-$8,000 - each scholarship)
Delta Air Lines Boeing B737-800 Type Rating Certificate Scholarships (2)
Delta Air Lines will award two B737-800 Type Rating Certificates to qualified recipients that are currently enrolled or have a Baccalaureate Degree. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and have leadership potential. All training will be approximately 6 concurrent weeks and conducted in Atlanta, Georgia. Lodging accommodations and round trip airfare will be provided during training (meals not included). In addition to the B737-800 Type Certificate, each recipient will receive a trip to the 19th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference (including round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee).
Résumé must include the following: all schools attended, including high school with city and state for each school, GPA, dates attended for college and all degrees. If applicable, all military history, including all occupations, ranks, education, and dates must be included. Candidates should list academic honors, scholarships, awards, and special achievements.
Minimum qualifications include the following: commercial, instrument, and multiengine land certificates a minimum of 1,000 hours total time, and a current first class FAA medical certificate. Candidates must include a copy of their automobile driver’s license, current passport, and list any moving violations, dates, locations and associated details for the last seven years. Candidates must include a statement of conviction (any type of violation of the law, moving or not) with complete dates and locations. Candidates should provide details pertinent to any letters of inquiries from the FAA regarding any aircraft incidents or accidents, and a list of all FAA check ride failures.
(Scholarship value $35,000 - each scholarship)
Delta Connection Academy Scholarship Just Added
Delta Connection Academy is happy to provide one WAI recipient a $5,000 scholarship to Delta Connection Academy. The Student/Applicant must hold at least a 3.0 GPA (please submit official copies of all high school and college transcripts), meet criteria for acceptance into Delta Connection Academy prior to being awarded scholarship and submit a one page essay covering the following topics:
- Why do I deserve this scholarship?
- What contributions do I feel I will make to the future of aviation?
- What will do to ensure my success in the Delta Connection Academy?
Delta Connection Academy is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) with a fleet of more than 110 aircraft. Delta Connection Academy has trained students from 86 different countries and has placed pilots with 26 airlines. For more information visit Delta Connection Academy online at DeltaConnectionAcademy.com or call 1-800-U-CAN-FLY. For more on Delta Air Lines please visit Delta.com
(Scholarship value $5,000)
FedEx Express Flight Scholarship Just Added
FedEx Express Corporation will award a scholarship toward an ATP Certificate.
In addition to the WAI scholarship requirements an applicant must have: Commercial, Instrument and Multi-Engine Land certificates, a minimum of 300 hours total time and flown at least 50 hours PIC or SIC within the previous 12 months.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Preference will be given to those candidates who actively participate in WAI.
(Scholarship value $2500)
The Kathy K. Hodgkins Memorial Scholarship Just Added
Kathy K. Hodgkins was a pioneer in the aviation community in Maine, flying anything from taildraggers to floatplanes to Beech 1900s to DC-10s. She not only had an airline career with Continental Airlines but she also had a successful floatplane operation with her husband, Tim. She was a teacher and a student; a woman who lived life to the fullest and always looked for new adventures; a woman who laughed and smiled, and who always gave her time and care to others. On August 12, 2004, Kathy perished in a floatplane accident. This scholarship will award the recipient with floatplane training so that he/she can successfully complete a seaplane rating. The training will be completed in Maine, and transportation to Maine has been donated to the scholarship fund by Continental Airlines. Applicants should possess at least a private pilot’s certificate and a current medical.
(Scholarship value TBD)
New Horizons Memorial Scholarship Just Added
Created to honor the memory of a friend who earned her pilot’s certificate relatively late in life, this scholarship will be awarded to an applicant endeavoring to complete a private pilot certificate in any aircraft type. Preference will be given to those applicants who are at least 35 years young.
(Scholarship value a minimum of $1,000)
Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Type Rating Scholarships
Southwest Airlines is proud to announce that we will award two scholarships for Boeing-737 type ratings. The scholarships are available to WAI members only who meet our minimum criteria (as described in this listing). The winners will be announced at the convention in San Diego, and training will be held in Dallas, Texas.
Scholarship winners must be available for potential employment by Southwest Airlines within one year of successful completion of the B-737 type rating class and additional review board. To obtain an application go to www.southwest. com and click on “Careers”, scroll down to the “What’s new section” and click on the Women in Aviation link. All scholarship applications must be postmarked on or before December 1, 2007.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Flight experience:
- U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
- Must be at least 23 years of age, at time of hire.
- 2500 hours total or 1500 turbine total, including a minimum of 1000 hours in turbine aircraft as the Pilot in Command, as defined by FAR Part I. Recency of experience is considered.
- Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, “Other”, etc.
Medical:
- Current FAA Class I Medical Certificate.
- Must pass FAA mandated drug test.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalency required.
- Graduation from an accredited, four-year college preferred.
Work authorization: Established authorization to work in the United States
Language: Must read, write, and speak English fluently.
WAI Membership: Membership will be verified
Recommendation Letters: Minimum of three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot’s flying skills.
(Scholarship value $TBD)
Women Military Aviators – Dream of Flight Scholarship
Women Military Aviators (WMA) seeks to preserve, for history, the important role women played in creating and supporting the American Spirit through their contributions to flight, aeronautics and space. This is an elite band of women that changed the way the world works and who put their lives on the line in defense of their country and for the love of aviation. WMA is committed to passing this legacy from one generation of women to another and has established an annual scholarship program in support of this commitment.
Advocating the love of aviation, WMA offers an annual scholarship to advance a young woman in her pursuit of flight ratings at an accredited institution or FAA part 141 approved flight school. Over the past 25 years this scholarship has been given to select candidates so that they may pursue opportunities in the aviation field and to support the advancement of women in civilian and military aviation.
The selection criterion includes the applicant’s ambition to advance women in aviation, demonstrated persistence and determination; financial need; ability to complete training; and ability to bring honor to the women of WMA. All criteria should be addressed by the applicants in their application in addition to interest in military aviation. Applicants must be able to complete training within one year of the award; be enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university. In addition, applicants should address all selection criteria in their application and identify the college or university in which enrolled. The 2008 Award will be given in honor of the women aviators who have served or are serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
(Scholarship value $2500)
General Scholarships
Airbus Leadership Grant
One scholarship will be awarded to a student at the college level of sophomore year or above who is pursuing a degree in an aviation-related field, who has achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and who has exhibited leadership potential. All applicants should submit one 500-word essay which addresses their career aspirations and explains how they have exhibited leadership skills.
(Scholarship value $5000)
The Boeing Company Career Enhancement Scholarship
The Boeing Company will award a scholarship to a woman who wishes to advance her career in the aerospace industry in the fields of engineering, technology development or management. The award is to be used for educational purposes only and may not be applied towards flight hours. Applicants may be full-time or part-time employees currently in the aerospace industry or a related field. Also eligible are students pursing aviation and aerospace-related degrees at the junior level with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).
(Scholarship value $2,500)
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation Scholarship
Dassault Falcon Jet Corp. is awarding a $1000 scholarship to support a woman seeking to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree in an aviation-related field. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, fluent in English and have maintained a GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale) in her most recent year of schooling. Applicant should submit a one-page essay detailing her current educational status, what she hopes to achieve by pursuing a degree in aviation and her aspirations in the field.
(Scholarship value $1000)
The Elisha Hall Memorial Scholarship Just Added
Elisha Hall (Mrs. Mark Bizzaro - WAI# 2335) represented herself as a dedicated and passionate aviation professional. She was a leader, an explorer, and lived life to it's fullest. She set both her sights, and her standards, high. To celebrate her life and accomplishments, Women in Aviation, The Wright Chapter, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a woman who embodies the qualities that Elisha so splendidly exemplified, and is seeking to further her aviation career in one or more of the following areas:
- Flight Training (any phase)
- Aircraft Scheduling or Dispatch
- Aviation Management
- Aviation Maintenance or Avionics
Preference given to local candidates within the Cincinnati, Ohio/Tri-State area, but all applicants will be considered based upon character, need, community involvement, and accomplishments. Limited financial assistance is available to the winner to attend the conference.
(Scholarship value $1,000)
"If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It" Scholarship (2)
Nicole Cagnolatti, A&P/ Pilot has been the recipient of several WAI scholarships and benefited immensely from the assistance. She wants to personally contribute to the WAI Scholarships (for the 3rd year) by offering other aviation dreamers the opportunity to pursue their dream. In addition to the WAI requirements, include a 500-word descriptive essay detailing your Aviation Dream (Flight, Maintenance, Management, etc.), where and how you hope to use this award, and an approximate timeline of completion towards your goal.
Applicants will be evaluated on a clear dream presented, past ambitious nature (aviation or other field, including volunteering) and following application directions. Awards will be made out to the organization under the recipient’s name. Applicants must use funds within one year of acceptance. Financial assistance to your dream must make sense for amount offered.
(Scholarship value $500 - each scholarship)
The Keep Flying Scholarship 2008
Both sponsors, Deborah Hecker and Evelyne Tinkl, were recipients of WAI type rating scholarships, benefited immensely from the assistance and want to give back to the aviation community. They recognized a need for an intermediate level scholarship to assist individuals making strides in aviation/flight. One scholarship totaling a maximum of $3,000 will be awarded to an individual working on an instrument or multi-engine rating, commercial or initial CFI certificate. Payments will be made directly to your flight school. Flight training must be completed within one year. Finalists will only be interviewed at the annual Women in Aviation Conference. Minimum requirements: private pilot certificate, 100 hours of flight time, copy of current 70%+ written test only for the certificate/rating sought. In your essay tell how the funds will be used, include other information you feel is relevant. One letter of recommendation must be from someone you have flown with.
(Scholarship value $3000)
"Ride the Sun"
Ruth Maestre and Denise Waters have enjoyed (and continue to enjoy) some once-in-a-lifetime experiences through their general aviation flying. Their chance meeting while flying their own respective Grumman Tiger airplanes to an AYA convention started a friendship and flying partnership that continues to grow. As general aviation pilots and air racers, flying is not their primary occupation. They have flown and raced throughout their country and internationally. They enjoy and treasure the freedom of flight at home in the USA. You are encouraged to continue the experience and help retain these freedoms. Many friends, family and sponsors have helped them achieve their dreams of flight beyond the ordinary training experiences. They would like to pass this opportunity on to you. The path of flight is challenging and can be expensive. Let them help you see that you can fly it!
Requirements:
1. Meet all WAI scholarship requirements.
2. An additional 500 word essay on what flight means to you and specifically how you will use this financial assistance.
3. Upon receiving the award, provide the name of the organization that is to receive payment on your behalf.
4. Upon utilizing the award, write a short report (and photos would be appreciated) of how the assistance was used.
Financial assistance can be used for any of the following involving FLIGHT:
- Air Racing - Entrance fees, fuel, etc.
- Convention or aviation seminar (Fuel for flying, registration fees, etc.)
- Additional training including Aerobatic, Spin, Formation Flight, Mountain Flying, Soaring, Ballooning, etc.
- An unusual flight challenge, such as to challenge an NAA record or participate in an international rally or competition
- Special Flights (Fuel or other expenses involved with flying to give back to others, such as Angel Flight).
(Scholarship value $500)
Spirit of Aviation Scholarship
The Northern Spirit Chapter in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is proud to award the “Spirit of Aviation” scholarship. The recipient of this award will receive her Conference registration, as well as travel and lodging expenses to attend the International Women in Aviation Conference in San Diego, CA. Our objective is to help someone benefit from the WAI Conference who would not otherwise be able to attend without financial assistance.
This scholarship is open to all WAI members involved in aviation related fields. Applicants must adhere to all WAI scholarship requirements. Descriptive essays and résumés should address your aviation history and goals, what you have done to achieve your goals, how the scholarship will help you achieve your objectives, and your current involvement in aviation activities in your community. Preference will be given to a local WAI member.
(Scholarship value $1200)
WAI Washington State Chapter Scholarship Just Added
The Washington State Chapter of Women in Aviation, International (WA-WAI) is offering a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 in memory of Janet Clark, a member of the Washington State chapter. Janet worked with the FAA as an Airworthiness (maintenance) Aviation Safety Inspector. Her friends and coworkers all say, "Janet was one of the most passionate and steadfast aviation representatives we have ever met. We have lots to compare to! Her honesty was infallible, her pursuit of the truth insatiable. She was a woman of great depth and wisdom on a large scale."
This scholarship is open to all aviation career fields and can be applied to an accredited program. This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of merit and commitment to chosen career in aviation. If enrolled in a program that issues grades, grades will also play a role in decision process. Preference will be given to individuals who have already made steps toward a chosen aviation career. An interview may be conducted at the WAI conference or at an earlier date in Washington State before the scholarship is awarded.
Guidelines for Application:
Applicant must:
- Be a WAI member.
- Preference will be given to a Washington State resident.
- Be working towards career in aviation*. (Please include details in essay.)
- Be enrolled in an accredited aviation related program**.
- Have done volunteer work for an aviation related activity or event in the last year. (Please include details in essay.)
* Aviation careers include but are not limited to: pilot, mechanic, avionics technician, engineer, meteorologist, dispatcher, flight attendant, air traffic controller, airport management.
** If working toward a pilot career, the applicant must hold a private pilot's license
Scholarship usage criteria:
- The scholarship funds must be used within 1 year of receipt.
- Scholarship funds will be paid directly to an accredited program.
- Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, specific training, or housing (if arranged through the training program).
This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of merit and commitment to chosen career in aviation. If enrolled in a program that issues grades, grades will also play a role in decision process. Preference will be given to individuals who have already made steps toward chosen aviation career. An interview may be conducted at the WAI conference or at an earlier date in Washington State before scholarship is awarded.
(Scholarship value $1,000)
Women in Aviation, International Achievement Award (2)
One scholarship will be awarded to a full-time college or university student pursuing any type of aviation or aviation related career. A second scholarship will be awarded to an individual, not required to be a student, pursuing any type of aviation.
(Scholarship value $750 each scholarship)
Women in Corporate Aviation Career Scholarship
The Women in Corporate Aviation Career Scholarship is offered by the members and sponsors of Women in Corporate Aviation to any man or woman pursuing professional development or career advancement in any job classification of corporate/business aviation. The award must be used toward a specific program of education. Suggested uses include (but are not limited to): Flight training, dispatcher training, maintenance career training, corporate flight attendant training, upgrades in aviation education, NBAA Professional Development Program (PDP) courses, and college aviation degree courses. The award cannot be used for general business course work. The scholarship winner will have the award deposited with the training provider. Applicants are limited to one award per year from Women in Corporate Aviation.
(Scholarship value $2000)
Maintenance Scholarships
Aircraft Electronics Association Aviation Maintenance Scholarship
The Aircraft Electronics Association is offering a scholarship for a female student seeking a degree in the aviation maintenance field (preference will be given to an avionics major) at an accredited college or technical school offering such a degree. A minimum GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) is required.
(Scholarship value $1,500)
Delta Air Lines Aircraft Maintenance Technology Scholarship
Delta Air Lines will award a $5,000 scholarship to a student currently enrolled in an Aviation Maintenance Technician Program (A&P) or a degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, the recipient will receive a trip to the 19th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference (includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be a full-time student, with a minimum of two semesters left (as of March 2008), with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens. IN ADDITION to all WAI requirements, please include a detailed essay (500 -1000 words), double spaced, type written which addresses the following topics:
1. Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in Aviation Maintenance Technology?
2. What is or has been your greatest life challenge, and how has it enriched your and/or someone else’s life?
3. If someone else was to describe your greatest strength, what would it be and why, and what do you consider to be your strongest characteristic and why?
4. What has been your most memorable academic experience and how did you handle this situation?
5. Why are you the most qualified candidate for the Delta Air Lines Aircraft Maintenance Technology Scholarship?
(Scholarship value $6000)
Delta Air Lines – Engine Maintenance Internship
Delta Air Lines would like to extend a 2008 Summer Internship (13 weeks) opportunity to a student currently enrolled in a Baccalaureate degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. In addition to an internship position, the recipient will receive a trip to the 19th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference (includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be full-time students at the junior or senior level with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Lodging accommodations will be provided for the duration of the 15 weeks. Compensation is paid to interns based on the following guidelines:
Junior $2,253 per month ($13/hr) – Completed at least 60 hours in college
Senior $2,427 per month ($14/hr) – Completed at least 90 hours in college
The primary role of the Engine Maintenance Operations intern is to participate in and lead projects in support of engine maintenance production. As an intern, the selected applicant will use his/her skills to investigate a myriad of problems affecting the various maintenance areas and their ability to produce quality, safe and timely products.
IN ADDITION to all WAI requirement, interested applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter detailing their qualifications. Applicants should list academic honors, scholarships, awards and special achievements.
(Internship value– $10,159 -$10,681 including salary, lodging, and Conference)
Pratt & Whitney Maintenance Scholarships (6) Just Added
Pratt & Whitney will award six maintenance scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in aviation maintenance. Winners will have the option to attend any one of the maintenance courses offered by Pratt & Whitney or Pratt & Whitney Canada, such as System Familiarization, Line & Base Maintenance, and Borescope Inspection Procedures on JT8D, JT9D, PW2000, PW4000, PT6, or PW100 engines. Housing is also included for the duration of training.
(Scholarship value $800 - $3,200 each depending on course taken)
FedEx Express Technical Operations Scholarship Just Added
FedEx Express will award a $2500 scholarship to a person who wishes to advance her/his career in the commercial aviation industry. The scholarship will be awarded for further education specifically in the fields of Aircraft Maintenance, Engineering, Aviation Management or any other aviation technical related field. This award is to be used for educational purposes only and may not be applied towards flight hours. Qualified applicants should have completed at least 3 years of undergraduate level education at an accredited college or university, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). The funds will be directly deposited into the academic institution in which applicant is enrolled.
(Scholarship value $2500)
Management Scholarships
Delta Air Lines Aviation Maintenance Management/Aviation Business Management Scholarship
Delta Air Lines will award a $5,000 scholarship to a student currently enrolled in an Associate or Baccalaureate degree in Aviation Maintenance Management or Aviation Business Management. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, the recipient will receive a trip to the 19th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference (includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations and conference fee). Applicants must be full-time college students, with a minimum of two semesters left (as of March 2008), with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or better. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens.
IN ADDITION to all WAI requirements, please include a detailed essay (500 -1000 words), double spaced, type written which addresses the following topics:
1. Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in Aviation Maintenance Management/Aviation Business Management?
2. What is or has been your greatest life challenge, and how has it enriched your and/or someone else’s life?
3. If someone else was to describe your greatest strength, what would it be and why, and what do you consider to be your strongest characteristic and why?
4. What has been your most memorable academic experience and how did you handle this situation?
5. Why are you the most qualified candidate for the Delta Air Lines Maintenance Management/Aviation Business Management Scholarship?
(Scholarship value $6,000)
GAT Wings to the Future Management Scholarship
GAT Airline Ground Support, a maintenance, cargo management and ground support services provider, will award a scholarship to a female student in an aviation management or aviation business program at an accredited college or university. The scholarship will be applied to the tuition of the recipient and cannot be used for flight fees. Applicants must be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). The recipient will also receive travel and lodging expenses to attend the 19th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference in San Diego, California in March of 2008.
(Scholarship value $2500)
Women in Aviation Management Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a woman in an aviation management field who has exemplified the traits of leadership, community spirit and volunteerism. The scholarship can be used to attend a leadership-related course or seminar to raise the individual’s level of management.
(Scholarship value $1000)
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