The WOW Workforce Development Board is seeking applications for its new Reveal Your Passion for Manufacturing Scholarship program. The first qualified 20 applicants will be considered to win a one-time $4,000 scholarship. One winner will be selected.
Applications are due by 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7.
The applicants must be motivated individuals who have overcome significant obstacles and who are determined to obtain an associate degree in the industrial and manufacturing sector. They must also be between the ages of 17 and 24, and reside in Waukesha, Ozaukee or Washington Counties.
To be considered, they must complete an application, write a two-page essay, and provide a recommendation letter and copy of their college acceptance letter and/or class schedule.
The winner will be recognized at the WOW Workforce Development Board’s annual meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23, held at Scenic View Country Club in Slinger.
This is the first time the WOW Workforce Development Board is offering the Reveal Your Passion for Manufacturing Scholarship.
“September is Workforce Development Month, and October is Manufacturing Month, so every year we try to do a theme to celebrate those two months. This year we decided to do a scholarship,” said operations manager Cindy Simons, adding that it will likely be an annual scholarship. “We hope people will take advantage of this opportunity. Manufacturing is an in-demand industry, and (employees) can advance and have a sustaining wage to support themselves and their families.”
Click here to apply.
