We help students achieve their educational goals by offering valuable scholarships and internships to support the next generation of aviation professionals.
Each year, ALPA awards one 4-year undergraduate college scholarship totaling $60,000 and one 1-year scholarship of $10,000. Children of medically retired, long-term disabled, or deceased ALPA pilot members may apply.
The Costas Sivyllis Education Scholarship offers multiple awards up to $15,000 annually to students pursuing aviation degrees. Applicants must be enrolled in flight training at select colleges.
Our internship program offers an exciting opportunity for the next generation of aviation professionals. As an intern, you’ll engage in our day-to-day operations and get a behind-the-scenes look at how our staff supports airline pilots. See how our work shapes the aviation industry while learning from experienced professionals.
Eight-week paid internships are available in several departments. To qualify, you must be the dependent of an active or retired ALPA member (or current ALPA employee) and enrolled in college as a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
A wide range of opportunities are available for aviation students, including numerous scholarships to help finance your education and training.
Anyone with a passion for aviation and the desire to fly can pursue a career as an airline pilot.
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