Supporting Tomorrow’s Skilled Workforce

Jewett Trades Scholarship: Investing in the Future of Skilled Trades

Jewett Construction is proud to offer a $3,000 scholarship for New Hampshire students pursuing careers in the skilled trades!

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Congratulations to our 2025-2026 scholarship recipient, Justin, from Pinkerton Academy! The program will reopen in the fall for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Why This Matters

The skilled trades are the backbone of our communities, powering industries and shaping our future. At Jewett Construction, we believe in supporting the next generation of tradespeople by providing opportunities that help turn passion into a lifelong career.

How We’re Spreading the Word

We’ve partnered with the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA) to share details through school guidance and athletics departments. The scholarship will also be promoted during NHIAA championship games throughout the school year.

But we need your help, too! Please share this opportunity with your networks to reach more students who are ready to take the next step in their trade careers.

How to Apply

Interested students can submit a written or video essay via the NHIAA website, sharing their passion for the trades and how this scholarship will support their career journey.

Let’s come together to celebrate and support the incredible talent in New Hampshire. Together, we’re building a stronger future for the skilled trades!

Jewett Construction is proud to announce Justin of Pinkerton Academy as the recipient of the 2026 Jewett Trade Scholarship.

Justin stood out for his leadership, character, and passion for the skilled trades. A 3-sport athlete and active participant in student leadership activities, he has earned high praise from his coaches and teachers for the positive impact he makes both on and off the field.

Following graduation, Justin plans to pursue a career in the HVAC field β€” and we have no doubt he has a bright future ahead. His dedication and work ethic embody everything this scholarship was created to support.

Congratulations, Justin β€” we look forward to seeing all you accomplish!

Justin, Pinkerton Academy
Class of 2025-2026

Previous Scholarship Recipients

When Peyton graduated from Merrimack High School, he had a clear goal: build a career in welding. With support from our Trades Scholarship, he enrolled in welding school and quickly got to work mastering both the fundamentals and the craft.

Over the past year, Peyton combined classroom learning with hands-on training in a focused, small-group environment. His dedication paid off in a big way. He earned an impressive 54 welding certifications, including the highly challenging 6G 6-inch pipe restricted test. He credits that experience with teaching him patience and confidence under pressure.

The scholarship played a critical role in his success. By easing the financial burden, Peyton was able to fully commit to his training, show up every day, and put in the hours needed to improve his technique and trust his abilities.

That commitment has already opened doors. Peyton was recently offered a position with a local ironworkers union. He plans to begin work later this year after completing final onboarding steps and certifications.

When asked what advice he would give future applicants, Peyton keeps it simple: apply, stay patient, and trust the process.

We are proud to support driven individuals like Peyton and look forward to seeing where his career takes him next.

Peyton, Merrimack High School, Jewett Trades Scholarship recipient
Peyton, Merrimack High School
Class of 2024–2025