MIGAS Scholarships and Grants

Top Performer Scholarships are designed to recognise MIGAS apprentices and trainees who have demonstrated exceptional performance on-the-job in their placement and formal training. It's open to current apprentices and trainees in any year level or trade.

Scholarship value: $2,000

Number available: Up to 4

Application process: Complete an online application including written responses to the selection criteria. Your Host employer and Field Officer will have the opportunity to supply a statement of support for your application.

You will need to clearly highlight work achievements during this past year including what are you most proud of. You will also provide examples of how you have gone above and beyond in your work or training to be a top performer. Some examples of going above and beyond include but are not limited to exceeding expectations, using your initiative to advance the goals of the organisation, contributing to community activities, collaborating with your team to achieve great results, or excellent study results. As part of your application, you will also need to detail how you plan to utilise the scholarship funds, and what your career plan is after you have completed your Australian Apprenticeship.

Shortlisted applicants will then provide a short video submission prior to recipients being announced.

Closing date: Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST

This Scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander apprentices and trainees to continue with their employment, learning and study journey.

MIGAS is committed to celebrating and acknowledging the achievements and personal journeys of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander apprentices and trainees as stated in the MIGAS Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.

To meet the eligibility criteria for this scholarship you will be are a person of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent who identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and who is accepted as such by the community in which they live or have lived.

Scholarship value: $2,000

Number available: Up to 2

Application process: Complete an online application including written responses to the selection criteria. Your Host employer and Field Officer will have the opportunity to supply a statement of support for your application.

Your application will need to highlight what inspired you to follow an Australian Apprenticeship pathway. You will also need to include your proudest achievement during your Australian Apprenticeship so far. Examples of achievement as an apprentice may include but are not limited to outstanding contribution to your work environment, organisation and/or community, acquisition of challenging skills and/or outstanding study results, or resilience in the face of adversity. You will also need to include how the scholarship funds will assist you if you are a successful applicant.

You will also be able to provide ‘confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status’ under the common seal of an incorporated community organisation. Other forms of documentation may be considered where exceptional circumstances apply.

Shortlisted applicants will then provide a short video submission prior to recipients being announced.

Closing date: Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST

The Women in Trades Scholarship is designed to encourage women to continue in their non-traditional trade.

Women currently represent only 2% of the Australian Trades workshop. If you are a woman, continuing your employment and educational objectives is vital for improving the representation of women in trades and showing other women that they can do the same.

Scholarship value: $2,000

Number available: Up to 2

Application process: Complete an online application including written responses to the selection criteria. Your Host employer and Field Officer will have the opportunity to supply a statement of support for your application.

Your application will need to highlight how have you shown resilience, perseverance and determination to achieve your career goals. You will also need to include your proudest achievement during your Australian Apprenticeship so far. Examples of achievement as an apprentice may include but are not limited to outstanding contribution to your work environment, organisation and/or community, acquisition of challenging skills and/or outstanding study results, or resilience in the face of adversity. You will also need to include how the scholarship funds will assist you if you are a successful applicant.

Shortlisted applicants will then provide a short video submission prior to recipients being announced.

Closing date: Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST

The Access and Equity Scholarships have been introduced this year as a means of providing financial support for MIGAS apprentices and trainees who identify with one or more of the following:

• Sole parent
• Significant carer responsibilities
• Disability or long-term medical condition
• Significant hardship or social barriers to training
• Non-English speaking background

Scholarship value: $2,000

Number of scholarships available: Up to 2

Application process: Complete an online application including written responses to the selection criteria. Your Host employer and Field Officer will have the opportunity to supply a statement of support for your application.

Your application will need to highlight the challenges or personal circumstances have you had to overcome to achieve and continue your Australian Apprenticeship relating to the Access and Equity categories listed above. You will also need to include your proudest achievement during your Australian Apprenticeship so far. Examples of achievement as an apprentice may include but are not limited to outstanding contribution to your work environment, organisation and/or community, acquisition of challenging skills and/or outstanding study results, or resilience in the face of adversity. You will also need to include how the scholarship funds will assist you if you are a successful applicant.

Shortlisted applicants will then provide a short video submission prior to recipients being announced.

Closing date: Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST

Gear Up Grants are available to provide MIGAS apprentices and trainees with a cash boost to support their ongoing training, or overcome an issue that may be impacting them at work or home.

Grant value: $500

Number available: Up to 10

Application process: Complete an online application including written responses to the selection criteria.

To be successful you will need to show through your written answers to the selection criteria the financial challenge or personal hardship you have encountered. You will need to describe examples of the challenge/s which may include but are not limited to difficulty meeting financial obligations (rent, food, transport), challenges associated with short- and long-term housing/accommodation, mental or physical health challenges, and/or difficulty accessing health resources/support. Where possible, please include evidence of the challenge/s experienced. You will also be asked to share what you are most looking forward to in the next 12 months of your Australian Apprenticeship.

Closing date: Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST

1. Firstly, review the Scholarship options outlined above. Think about your own personal circumstances and what you have been able to achieve in your current placement.
2. Write down your application before uploading it to the website. We suggest connecting with your Field Officer first to discuss. They will be able to assist you with your application if required. Take on board any feedback they may have with your written submission before submitting.
3. Submit your application online before Friday 12 November 2021. Once your submission is received, we will be asking your Host Employer and your Field Officer for Supporting Statements for your application.
4. Final shortlisting will take place in December 2021. Shortlisted applicants will then be asked to submit a brief supporting video presentation.
5. The final selection of scholarship recipients will be announced by March 2022.

The MiScholarship Program is open to any apprentice or trainee employed by MIGAS who is currently undertaking their placement (including suspended).

On offer are up to 20 scholarships and grants totalling $25,000 across the following categories:

• Up to 4 x Top Performer Scholarships ($2,000 each)
• Up to 2 x Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathways Scholarships ($2,000 each)
• Up to 2 x Women in Trades Scholarships ($2,000 each)
• Up to 2 x Access and Equity Scholarships ($2,000 each)

Additionally, up to 10 Gear Up Grants of $500 each are available to provide MIGAS apprentices and trainees with a cash boost to support their ongoing training, or overcome an issue that may be impacting them at work or home.

No. Please apply for the MiScholarship category that you feel is most appropriate to you. 

The MiScholarship Assessing Panel may consider your application for a different category at its discretion. 

Host Employers are asked to encourage their apprentices and trainees to submit an application for a scholarship or grant where applicable. You will be asked to provide a written statement to supplement the application, which is where you can express your support and provide feedback on their performance and how the apprentice or trainee meets the selection criteria.

MiScholarships will be awarded with consideration to a range of factors including but not necessarily limited to:

• Host employer feedback
• Extracurricular activities or community work
• Financial need
• Training results
• Conduct throughout employment period

Overcoming challenges such as financial and personal hardships and/or distance to secure an apprenticeship will also be considered in all categories.

MiScholarships will be awarded on the merit of each application.

You can only apply directly through our website, we’ve streamlined the online submission process to make it simple and easy, to save you time. 

Scholarship applications close on Friday 12 November 2021 at 5pm AEST.

Please remember to give your Host Employer and Field officer plenty of time and notice to complete their supporting statements prior to this date. Both Host Employer and Field Officer statements will need to be submitted by this date for your application to be valid.

The final selection of scholarship and grant recipients will be announced by March 2022.