Engine Rebuilders Educational Foundation
The purpose of the Engine Rebuilders Educational Foundation (EREF) is to establish scholarships and provide grants to assist those who desire training in the field of engine building and rebuilding.
Selection Method
Scholarship and grant recipients will be chosen based on the following criteria:
- Qualifications and information provided in the letter from the applicant or employer outlining why he/she should be considered
- Written explanation describing how the course will benefit the applicant and employer
Scholarships and Grants
Scholarships are available to any qualified applicant for the purpose of providing educational assistance to those seeking a career in the field of engine rebuilding. Scholarships are available for amounts of up to $1000 each.
Grants are available to current AERA members and their employees only. Grant awards will be considered for any program which will benefit the applicant and employer in the job function. A letter must be submitted from the sponsoring employer outlining why the applicant should be considered for a grant.
Grants are available to current AERA members and their employees only. Grant awards will be considered for any program which will benefit the applicant and employer in the job function. A letter must be submitted from the sponsoring employer outlining why the applicant should be considered for a grant.
Grant to attend AERA Tech & Skills Regional Conferences
The EREF will provide grant money to students enrolled in engine rebuilding classes who register for a Tech & Skills Regional Conference. The grant is limited to FIVE selected students each regional conference. This amount, up to $175 per student, will include the registration fee and can be used to pay for gas, hotel and meals. The student must attend and will be reimbursed after providing us with receipts, after the seminar is held. The student is requested to get an instructor signature on the form to verify attendance at a member school.