Duke of Edinburgh Scholarship Now Open to MBA Apprentices

The Master Builders Association is thrilled to share an incredible opportunity for current apprentices: the $1,000 Duke of Edinburgh Scholarship.

This scholarship is provided through the Australian Employment Network NSW & ACT and The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia, through it’s The Edge Foundation Grants and Scholarships program.

The scholarship honours the life and work of Judith Wright, renowned Australian poet, environmentalist, and advocate for Aboriginal Land Rights. Named a National Living Treasure in 1998, Judith’s legacy lives on through this scholarship, which supports young people striving to better themselves.

The proceeds of this scholarship are strictly for career development and must be used to purchase items related to your apprenticeship or traineeship, such as tools, car registration, workshops and other support.

Applications close 11:59 pm Friday, 8th August 2025. For more information, and to submit an application, visit the AEN NSW & ACT website linked here.

 

Who Can Apply?

All current apprentices and trainees aged 21 or younger are encouraged to apply.

Applications must be submitted by the apprentice or trainee on the AEN NSW & ACT website and includes a short 60-second video. This video details:

  • Who are you, and where are you from
  • What is your apprenticeship or traineeship
  • What are your career ambitions
  • How will a $1000 scholarship help you achieve your career ambitions?

 

Your application should include as much information as possible to help share your story and to have the best chance of winning. You can also provide a pdf document that contains your resume and other supporting documentation with your application.

Apprentices can apply by visiting the page linked here.

 

Tips for a Great Submission Video

A short 60-second video is part of the application process. This is your chance to show your passion, progress, and potential. Here’s some tips to make your video stand out:

  • Be Yourself: Speak naturally, and let your enthusiasm come through. You don’t need to be a pro – just authentic.
  • Tell Your Story: Explain why you started your apprenticeship and where you are hoping it takes you. Include how you would use the scholarship to help you make that a reality.
  • Keep it Clear & Concise: Aim for around 60 seconds. Use a quiet space with good lighting and speak clearly.
  • Be Confident: This is your journey, own it! Confidence goes a long way.

To submit your video, visit the AEN NSW & ACT website linked here.

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This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between Master Builders Association of NSW Pty Ltd, ABN 11 074 397 532 (MBANSW) and you.

MBANSW is the registered Group Training Organisation and Apprenticeship Services arm of Master Builders Association of New South Wales, ABN 96 550 042 906 (Master Builders)

“You”, “your” and “Host Employer” refer to you, your company and business nominated in the table below.

This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between MBANSW and you.

Direct Debit Terms and Conditions

  • Your nominated account or credit card will be debited weekly for hosting a MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee.
  • The first debit to your account will occur within 7 working days of the MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee commencing their placement with your business.
  • If an invoice payment is due on a non-business day, it will be debited from your account on the following business day.
  • Host Employer account information held by MBANSW will be kept confidential. Please note that some information is provided to the MBANSW financial institution to initiate the debit to your nominated account.
  • MBANSW will give you a minimum of 14 days’ notice in writing of changes to these Terms and Conditions.
  • If you wish to make changes to this arrangement, please contact MBANSW on (02) 8586 3533.

Your responsibility in this arrangement

  • Ensure that your nominated account can accept direct debits (your financial institution can confirm this).
  • Ensure there are sufficient cleared funds in the nominated account on the drawing date.
  • Advise MBANSW in writing if the nominated account is transferred or closed.


Please note that if your payment is dishonoured by your financial institution, a re-draw will take place within 7 days.

Any transaction fees payable by MBANSW in respect to a dishonoured payment will be added to your account.

Enquiries

Please direct all enquiries to MBAS (02) 8586 3533 or apprenticeship@mbansw.asn.au;

Please include your phone and email address.

I/We authorise MBANSW to arrange for funds to be debited from my/our nominated account at the financial institution identified below.

This authority to direct debit will remain in place in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.