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The AOF provides awards to travel & work overseas for Australians who have completed a trade apprenti Why are we here?

The Australian Overseas Foundation (AOF) is a non-profit organisation providing awards to travel and work overseas for Australians between the ages of 21 and 34, who have completed a trade apprenticeship or vocational traineeship to Certificate Level III. The AOF's goal is to identify outstanding young vocationally-trained Australians, and through its awards, help develop their leadership skills, and increase their knowledge and experience that is subsequently reinvested in Australian industry on their return. The AOF exists because we strongly believe that supporting the personal development of outstanding young people will help our country to thrive. Australian industry can see the long term benefits of young people working overseas, honing their skills and obtaining state-of-the-art trade experience to keep Australia at the forefront of technical innovation and knowhow.

22/10/2026

Congratulations to 2026 AOF Scholar, Tyler Gordon!

We're incredibly proud to support Tyler, a talented Fitter and Machinist from Eagle Vale, NSW, as he prepares for an exciting international learning experience in Sweden and Germany in February 2027!

Tyler is no stranger to success. After being crowned NSW State Champion in Mechanical Engineering – Fitting and Machining at WorldSkills Australia, he went on to finish fourth at the National Championships!

Through his Australian Overseas Foundation Scholarship, Tyler will have the opportunity to work alongside leading international manufacturing specialists, including a planned placement with Spuhr i Dalby AB in Sweden, before heading to Germany to attend IWA OutdoorClassics 2027.

This is what AOF is all about, giving talented Australian tradespeople the opportunity to learn from the world's best, build international connections and bring valuable skills and knowledge back home.

👏 Congratulations, Tyler! We can't wait to follow your journey and share your experiences along the way.

-BoneShipwrighting
WorldSkills Australia

19/08/2026

We’re proud to see 2026 Australian Overseas Foundation Scholarship recipient Indi Choma featured in today’s Forster Fortnightly!

Indi is a qualified Automotive Technician with Great Lakes Automotive and has already made her mark on the industry, including winning silver in Automotive Mechanical Technology at the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.

Indi’s scholarship will support her to undertake international professional development, gaining new technical knowledge, global industry insights and connections that she can bring back to Australia.

Congratulations, Indi, a fantastic recognition of your skill, determination and commitment to the automotive industry. We’re incredibly proud to support you and look forward to seeing where this opportunity takes you.

Read the full article in today’s Forster Fortnightly, page 4: https://theforstertuncurry.com.au/forster-fortnightly-153rd-edition-19-08-2026/

04/08/2026

The Australian Overseas Foundation is pleased to announce Indianna (Indi) Choma as a 2026 Australian Overseas Foundation Scholar ✈️

An Automotive Technician from the Mid North Coast of NSW, Indi has been recognised for her commitment to excellence in the automotive industry. Through her scholarship, she will undertake an international professional development experience over the next 12 months, gaining exposure to world-leading automotive technologies, training and industry practices before bringing that knowledge back to Australia.

Since 1956, more than 330 Australian Overseas Foundation scholars have travelled internationally to develop their skills, broaden their industry knowledge and strengthen Australian industry.

Congratulations, Indi! We look forward to following your scholarship journey over the coming year.

📸 2026 Australian Overseas Foundation Scholar Indi (far left) pictured with Edie Thurtell, Sian Allison from Grove Racing, and Emily Thomas, engineer for the Imogen Radburn Mustang Cup team.

WorldSkills Australia

27/04/2026

Applications for the 2026 STEM Focus Scholarship Round are closing shortly.

Are you a skilled tradesperson or final-year apprentice in a STEM-aligned trade?
If you are working in a STEM-aligned field — including automotive, fabrication, electrical, advanced manufacturing, engineering trades and more, then is your opportunity to gain international experience.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply now: https://www.aof.org.au/about-our-scholarships/

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