IOScholarships Celebrates May with STEM scholarships for American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Students 

AISES recognizes education as a means of empowerment, personal growth, and fosters the diversity Indigenous students will bring to STEM landscapes. They provide financial aid to Indigenous students in STEM through scholarships and career opportunities.

1. AISES Accenture Scholarship

About Scholarship

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, Accenture offers Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song – all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. 

Scholarship/internship Type: Incoming Freshmen or Rising Sophomore status 

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• Computer Science

• Computer Information Systems

• Business

• Engineering

Number of Scholarships/internships: Several

Value of Scholarship: $5,000

Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

For more information on this scholarship, visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=46f29718-3d2e-413e-b5f9-766cd84fdbbf

2. AISES A.T. Anderson Scholarship

About Scholarship

The AISES A.T. Anderson Scholarship program supports students pursuing a degree in a STEM field who are of American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, and other indigenous peoples of North American heritage.

Scholarship/internship Type: Undergraduate or graduate students

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• Any STEM field

• Have at least a 3.0 GPA

Number of Scholarships/internships: go to link for more information

Value of Scholarship:  $1,000 (undergraduate) or $2,000 (graduate) per academic year

Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit: https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=882adced-2b87-4f27-8455-bb3064ddaac6

3. AISES ARDC Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

At Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) is a California-based foundation with roots in amateur radio and the technology of internet communication. The ARDC mission is to support, promote, and enhance digital communication and broader communication science and technology, to promote amateur radio, scientific research, experimentation, education, development, open access, and innovation in information and communication technology.

Scholarship/internship Type: Undergraduate and graduate students

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• Eligible Fields of Study: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or closely related degrees

• GPA 3.0 or higher

Number of Scholarships/Internships: 400 Scholarships and several Internships

Value of Scholarship: $5,000 per academic year

Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit: https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=3525c378-4c6e-437c-90fb-2452585ed54a

4. AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and also operates in three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food and beverages. BNSF’s shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day. BNSF and its employees have developed one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. We work continuously to improve the value of the safety, service, energy and environmental benefits we provide to our customers and the communities we serve.

Scholarship Type: Undergraduate

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• Student must reside in one of the 23 states serviced by the BNSF Pacific Corporation and its affiliated companies: Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Arkansas, Louisiana, Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Wisconsin, or Iowa.

• Must be student in: Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Technology, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Communications, Computer and Information Sciences, Construction Management, Construction Trades, Marketing, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Agriculture

• GPA 3.0 or higher

Number of Scholarships: TBD

Value of Scholarship: $2,500

Application Deadline: April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship, visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=3525c378-4c6e-437c-90fb-2452585ed54a

5. FIRST x AISES Scholarship

About Scholarship

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a robotics community that prepares young people for the future through a suite of inclusive, team-based robotics programs for ages 4-18 (PreK-12) that can be facilitated in school or in structured afterschool programs. Boosted by a global support system of volunteers, educators, and sponsors that include over 200 of the Fortune 500 companies, teams operate under a signature set of FIRST Core Values to conduct research, fundraise, design, build, and showcase their achievements during annual challenges. Participants and alumni of FIRST programs gain access to education and career discovery opportunities, connections to exclusive scholarships and employers, and a place in the FIRST community for life.

Scholarship Type: Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Any STEM field

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $2,000 for Undergraduate $3,000 for Graduate Students 

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit: https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=ef7e3417-7571-4e55-9379-511d39651e43

6. AISES Google Scholarship

About Scholarship

The AISES scholarship program is designed to increase the representation of Indigenous people in STEM fields. By providing financial support and academic resources to Indigenous students, AISES aims to help these students succeed in their STEM studies and ultimately pursue careers in STEM. With support from Google.org, we believe that this program will not only benefit the individual students but also have a positive impact on their communities and future generations.

Scholarship Type: Undergraduate and graduate students

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Eligible fields of study: Any STEM field

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $2,500

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit: https://aises.org/scholarships/

7. AISES Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (IPEF) Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

The Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (“Foundation”) was founded to provide grants to support the education of enrolled members of any US state or federally-recognized Native American tribe. This scholarship will provide financial support to Indigenous students entering into college in pursuit of a degree in a STEM field.

Scholarship Type: Must be a Rising Freshman (First-year student)

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Eligible fields of study: Any STEM field

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $5,000

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=5fe9b9b4-8c56-410a-9117-1201d817cc6f

8. AISES Indian Motorcycle Academic Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

Indian Motorcycle together with the Polaris Foundation is dedicated to the long-term investment in communities where we live, work and play. We bring innovation to the products we design and experiences we create for all those who THINK OUTSIDE. 

Scholarship Type: Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Eligible fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Digital and Information Technology, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, or other STEM-related fields.

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $5,000

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship, visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=e85fc225-acfd-45a8-aa88-b9b5e69ab6d2

9. AISES Indian Motorcycle Vocational Trade Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

Indian Motorcycle together with the Polaris Foundation is dedicated to the long-term investment in communities where we live, work and play. We bring innovation to the products we design and experiences we create for all those who THINK OUTSIDE. 

Scholarship Type: Students must be enrolled full-time in a certificate or vocational program.

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 2.5 or higher

• Eligible fields of study: Welding, Carpentry, Residential Building, Commercial Driver’s License, Electrician, Electric Utilities, Clean Energy Technician, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Business, Highway Construction, Agriculture Technology, Tribal Management/Leadership, Heavy Equipment Operations, Construction Engineering, General Studies, Concrete Technology, Administrative Assistant, CNC Machinist, Computer Technology, Business Entrepreneurship, Information Technology,  Office Management, Industrial Maintenance/Operations, Grants Project Management, Data Entry, Cyber Security,  Plumbing, City/Urban/Community/Regional Planning, or other relevant program.

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $2,000 per academic year

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=b5b35ca4-d2f0-4e88-9957-6be694772ae4

10.     AISES RISE Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

RISE, powered by Aristocrat Gaming, engages and supports Indigenous students, professionals, and tribes by offering exposure, resources, and programming aimed to increase Indigenous talent in tribal gaming education and careers. The scholarship is available to students interested in all aspects of the casino gaming industry from game development, commissioning, marketing, cyber security and so much more. 

Scholarship Type: Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a degree program aligned with a career in the casino gaming industry.

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Software Development, Technology, Supply Chain, or related fields

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $2,000 per academic year

Application Deadline:  April 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=e2ddec77-9d37-44ea-aefb-15179c8a69a2

11.     AISES Stellantis Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

Stellantis is a constellation of 14 ICONic automotive brands and two mobility arms that are about more than transportation: they’re about moving people and making connections. Fully committed to their customers and backed by partners that are leaders in their industries, they aim to develop, engineer, manufacture, and scale the best breakthroughs in all facets of sustainable mobility from autonomous, connected, electrified, shared and pre-owned vehicles to micro-mobility, commercial vehicles, and even electric aircraft. With a community of more than 160 nationalities, industrial operations in more than 30 countries and customers in more than 130 markets, Stellantis is among the most diverse companies in the world and able to unite people and ideas across borders and cultures.

The Mopar Career Automotive Program (CAP) partners with nearly 100 universities, community colleges, technical colleges, and vocational schools throughout the United States to train the next generation of automotive service technicians. Through Mopar CAP, students can become a certified Stellantis Technician in just 12 to 24 months, emerging from the program ready to work at a Stellantis dealership.

Scholarship Type: Students must be enrolled full-time and accepted into a college with a Mopar CAP or Mopar CAP Local curriculum

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 2.5 or higher

• Field of study: Automotive Service Technician, Mechanical Engineering, Digital and Information Technology, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, and Finance.

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $20,000

Application Deadline:  July 30th, 2025

For more information on this scholarship visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=48064f32-a31b-49d9-b3ef-81010141d78e

12.     AISES Sports and Technology Scholarship

About Scholarship and Internship

FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including, America’s #1 Sportsbook FanDuel Sportsbook, its leading iGaming platform FanDuel Casino, the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers and 25 retail locations. The company is based in New York with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta and Jersey City, as well as in Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Portugal, Romania and Australia.  

Scholarship Type: Software Development, Technology, Supply Chain, or related fields.

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

• 3.0 or higher

• Field of study: Software Development, Technology, Supply Chain, or related fields.

Number of Scholarships: several

Value of Scholarship: $2,500

Application Deadline:  April 30th,  2025

For more information on this scholarship visit : https://www.ioscholarships.com/app/#/scholarship/search/uuid=e2d74707-48cb-45a5-9983-e744f81bb7a23.