KickStart
About this scholarship
The KickStart scholarships cover the first-year fees for a MITO training programme commencing in 2027. Applicants must be employed full-time in any of MITO's industries.
Multiple scholarships are available across four categories.
- KickStart Scholarships
- KickStart Scholarships—Māori
- KickStart Scholarships—Pacific Peoples
- KickStart Scholarships—Women
Applications close 5pm, 11 December 2026.
Please note: Applying on the final days is at your own risk, as incomplete or incorrect applications may not allow time for missing information to be provided and may be deemed ineligible.
NOTE: Please ensure you fill out the below form correctly, including ensuring the date fields are filled out as required, evidence documentation is in Word, PDF, or JPEG format and under 5MB, and the Spam Protection check box is ticked.
Required documents
Before you complete the application form, please ensure you have the following documents ready to upload.
- A letter from you outlining how the scholarship is going to help you achieve your career goals, benefit your workplace, and how you will manage the balance between study and work.
- Letter of permission/support from your employer, confirming the date you started employment, that you are working full-time, and why they support your scholarship application.
- Your CV containing information about your employment history.
- Evidence of your New Zealand citizenship or residency (only a passport, birth certificate, or residence visa is accepted). If you hold a visa, please provide a copy of both your visa and passport.
KickStart scholarship application
More information
Inspiring Futures Foundation Scholarships, proudly presented by MITO
The Inspiring Futures Foundation (IFF) provides grants for training, education, and skills development for people working in New Zealand’s trades and technical industries.
All recipients receive advisory support from MITO throughout their training.
