2025 Mercer County Central Labor Council Scholarship Application

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Who May Apply

Applicant must be a High School Senior, and child of a current or deceased member of a union affiliated with the Mercer County AFL–CIO Labor Council.

When to Apply

Application Deadline: May 9, 2025, 11:59 PM – applications will not be accepted after the deadline! 

Mail application and required documents to:

Charlene Martucci, 23 Sherwood Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08619 

Application Instructions

The following items must be submitted as one complete package to be considered for a scholarship:

  1. Official Transcripts, Verification of class rank (if available) and SAT or ACT scores from High School 
  2. Verification of Union membership signed by secretary of the affiliated local (see form). 
  3. 200-500 word essay on the following topic:  “What the American Labor Movement Has Meant to My Family”

Click here to download the application.

IUOE’s New Paid Maternity Leave Benefit

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The IUOE is excited to announce, in partnership with Parento, the launch of our new Paid Maternity Leave benefit, designed to support you and your growing family. This benefit is a testament to our unwavering support for our hard-working members through every stage of their careers. With paid maternity leave, we’re investing in what matters most – your family and your future.

Starting April 1, 2025, eligible members in both the United States and Canada can access up to twelve (12) weeks of paid maternity leave to bond with their new child. In coordination with Parento, eligible members will also have access to a suite of parent-friendly programming, articles, and resources.

Why This Matters:

  • Family First: Time to focus on what matters most – your family!
  • Financial Security: Eligible female members who give birth may be able to receive up to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, allowing you to focus on growing your family without worry. This benefit offers up to $800 per week, which will be reduced by any other income received through FMLA or State Disability. This is especially important for our members in states that lack Paid Family Leave.
  • Meeting Member Needs: You asked, and we listened. We are excited to offer this new member benefit.

Learn More:

Visit the IUOE Paid Maternity Leave page to learn more about this exciting new member only benefit. The full Paid Maternity Leave policy for U.S. and Canadian members can also be viewed here.

At IUOE, we’re building a stronger future for you, your family, and our entire union.

2025 Jack Daly, Les Hynes Scholarship Fund of the New Jersey Steel Association

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Who May Apply

Any person attending or planning to attend an institution of higher learning (University, College, Junior College, Technical or Trade School).

Please note, preference will be given to applicants who pursue either a degree in architecture, engineering or construction related field; or a certification in vocational/technical training directly related to the construction industry.

Eligibility

An applicant must be the child of an employee of a member firm of the New Jersey Steel Association, Inc., or contributor to the Association’s Industry Advancement Fund, specifically:

  1. Children of Ironworkers Local 11 members in good standing who are employed by a Local 11 signatory contractor.
  2. Children of Operating Engineers Local 825 members in good standing who are employed by a Local 825 signatory contractor.
  3. Children of executives and directors of signatory contractors are ineligible.
  4. Children of paid officers or agents of the above-mentioned unions are ineligible.

When to Apply

Applications and supporting documentation must be received by Thursday, May 1, 2025, sent to:

JACK DALY/LES HYNES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
New Jersey Steel Association, Inc.
c/o ACCNJ
91 Fieldcrest Avenue
Raritan Center Plaza II, Suite A-19
Edison, NJ 08837

or via email to: sgatling-davila@accnj.org

Application Instructions

The following items must be submitted as one complete package to be considered for a scholarship:

  • Student Application – form included (Parent’s status in the Union will be verified)
  • Official High School Transcript
  • Letter of Recommendation from a verifiable source (ie: Teacher/Guidance Counselor)
    (this can be emailed from the source to sgatling-davila@accnj.org)
  • List of Activities, Volunteer and/or Community Service, Employment
    (this can be in a resume, brag sheet or list of activities)
  • Essay – less than 500 words (Prompt: What does the construction industry mean to you?)
  • Acceptance Letter from College/University/Technical Institution

Scholarship Awards

This year, the Fund will offer up to six one-time scholarships at a maximum of $5,000 each to eligible high school students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the Fall. It is a competitive process with applications reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.

Click here to download the application.

2025 Monmouth & Ocean County Central Labor Council Memorial Scholarship

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From our brothers and sisters at the Monmouth & Ocean County Central Labor Council.

Applicants must attend (or plan to attend) a college, university or technical school and be a member or the child of a current or deceased member of a union affiliated with the Monmouth and Ocean Central Labor Council AFL-CIO.

Click here for complete application details.

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Notification of Application to Operating Engineers Local 825 NY Apprenticeship Program

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Thirty (30) applications will be available for the Operating Engineers Local 825 NY Apprenticeship Program class that will begin Spring of 2025.
Applications must be completed online starting at 8:00am on October 28, 2024. Application link will be closed after 30 applications have been submitted.

Applicant requirements

  1. Applicant must be at least 18 years of age,
  2. Applicant must reside within the jurisdiction of the IUOE Local 825 NY Apprenticeship Program, which includes the counties of Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, and Delaware.
  3. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license,
  4. Applicant must provide a high school transcript or equivalent,
  5. All military veterans must provide a copy of DD-214.



For more information, go to: http://www.iuoe825.org/home/join/apprenticeship/

 

2025 IUOE Local 825 Academic and Special Scholarship Applications Now Available

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International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 is pleased to announce the following Academic and Special Scholarship Award for 2025:

  • Seven academic scholarship awards of $2,500.00 per academic year for four years
  • Three $2,500.00 special scholarships per academic year for four years, one in each of the following categories:
    • Outstanding Student-Athlete
    • Outstanding Student Service
    • Outstanding Appreciation/Understanding of Unionism and the Labor Movement

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2024 Jack Daly, Les Hynes Scholarship Fund of the New Jersey Steel Association

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Who May Apply

Any person atending or planning to atend an ins􀆟tu􀆟on of higher learning (University, College, Junior College, Technical or Trade School).
Please note, preference will be given to applicants who pursue either a degree in architecture or engineering or a certification in vocational/technical training directly related to the construction industry.

Eligibility

An applicant must be the child of an employee of a member firm of the New Jersey Steel Association, Inc., or contributor to the Association’s Industry Advancement Fund, specifically:

  1. Children of Ironworkers Local 11 members in good standing who are employed by a Local 11 signatory contractor.
  2. Children of Opera􀆟ng Engineers Local 825 members in good standing who are employed by a Local 825 signatory contractor.
  3. Children of executives and directors of signatory contractors are ineligible.
  4. Children of paid officers or agents of the above-mentioned unions are ineligible.
  5. Only one (1) child at a 􀆟me per family is eligible based on the applicant’s address. Should another child wish to apply, they would be eligible once the recipient is no longer eligible to receive a scholarship (ie: graduated, dropped out).

When to Apply

Applications must be received by Monday, June 3, 2024, addressed to:

JACK DALY/LES HYNES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
New Jersey Steel Association, Inc.
c/o ACCNJ
91 Fieldcrest Avenue
Raritan Center Plaza II, Suite A-19
Edison, NJ 08837

Application Instructions

  • Attached application must be complete
  • Supporting documentation must be provided
    • Transcript
    • proof of tuition

Scholarship Awards

Successful scholarship applicants will be entitled to a scholarship, not to exceed $2,000 per year.
The scholarship is renewable each year in the same amount throughout the course of study not to exceed four (4) years at the school of the applicant’s choice if the applicant remains in good academic standing. However, application must be made for renewal each year on the attached form with supporting documentation.

Click here to download the application.