The Maschhoffs Inc. Pork Production Scholarship

Many members of The Maschhoffs team were members of 4-H or FFA, including the company owners. Leaders within the company understand the value that programs like these bring in the development of future leaders. The Maschhoffs got involved with NJSA because they see an audience of youth with a common interest in the swine industry. Their hope has been to help nurture and inspire the passion for pork production through the experiences offered by the NJSA. Their major contributions are the TML scholarship, sponsorship of the National Youth Leadership Conference and involvement in occasional teaching experiences during LEAD or other NJSA events. Through NJSA, The Maschhoffs have an avenue to interact with youth that have an interest in swine and as part of that interaction, they hope to provide exposure to the opportunities that exist throughout the industry and within their company. The Maschhoffs hope to show members that they can make a career centered on their passion, whether it is in swine production or as a support to production. Production support might involve working with genetics, research, accounting, human resources, nutrition, environmental, amongst many other possible career choices. Involvement in the NJSA provides The Maschhoffs an opportunity to play a role in enhancing youth enthusiasm toward the industry, and hopefully provide opportunities for future careers.

Up to five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the winners of The Maschhoffs Inc. Scholarship. All winners will receive $1,000 and must complete a 3-4 day internship with The Maschhoffs Inc., at their headquarters in Carlyle, Illinois. All travel, meals and housing expenses will be paid by The Maschhoffs Inc.

Applicants must fill out the scholarship application and complete four questions with a 300-word maximum essay. The questions must be double-spaced and typed. Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation from a non-related industry professional, 4-H leader, FFA adviser or school teacher. Letters should be one page in length and can be a common letter sent for other scholarship applications.

1.  Scholarship applicants must be members of the National Junior Swine Association (NJSA). Applicants must be at least 18 years old and enrolled in or will be enrolled in an agricultural program at a recognized college/university. Ages are as of January 1st of the award year.
2. This scholarship is focused around leadership and participation in the swine industry outside of the show ring. Take this time to reflect and highlight the ways you have been a leader within the swine industry.
3. A 5-member judging committee will be organized consisting of two TMI members, two NSR/NJSA Staff members and a previous recipient of the scholarship and four day internship.
4. There will be an interview process that will be scheduled and we will work with you to plan a phone interview. Answers will be judged on overall thought process and merit.
5. A short bio will be listed about each scholarship recipient in the next available issue of the Seedstock Edge.
6. The winners must complete the four day internship with The Maschhoffs Inc. by the end of the following school year or forfeit their scholarship. A date will be set to try and host all winners at the Carlyle office together, but if this does not work for all a second date in May will be set to fulfill the visit requirement.
7. NJSA members may only win one scholarship from The Maschhoffs Inc.