Irving Forest Products Maine Engineering and Trades Scholarship

Are you a high school senior that has been accepted to or a current college/university student pursuing education in Engineering or Skilled Trades?

Are you interested in a $4,000* - $6,000** scholarship, guaranteed paid summer internships, and guaranteed post-graduation employment?

*50% of tuition up to $4,000 for Skilled Trades

**50% of tuition up to $6,000 for Engineers

 

 

• Must complete application online no later than OCTOBER 29, 2025
• Must provide:
  • Proof of acceptance or enrollment in one of the eligible programs
  • Proof of GPA
  • Resume
  • Complete designated assessments
  • Participate in the interview process
  • Desired location / site 
  • Agree to participate in paid summer internships

 

 

• Reside (Home of Residence) in one of the following counties in the state of Maine:
  • Androscoggin
  • Aroostook
  • Franklin
  • Oxford
  • Penobscot
• Accepted to or currently enrolled in a 4-year program at an accredited university in Maine majoring in one of the following Engineering degree programs:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Engineering
• Accepted to or currently enrolled in a 2-year degree program or certification program at a college within the Maine Community College System (KVCC, NMCC, SMCC, WCCC, CMCC, EMCC, YCCC) in one of the following Skilled Trades programs:
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical / Instrumentation
  • Power Engineering / High Pressure Boiler Operations

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.