The Opportunity for Free Qualification Courses with a Scholarship of Up to R$858 Is Available in Partnership Between IFPE and Petrobras, Aimed at People in Social Vulnerability Situations.
If you are looking to qualify professionally, this is your chance! IF and Petrobras have announced a partnership to offer free qualification courses with scholarships that reach up to R$858. The initiative is part of the Autonomy and Income Program, which aims to empower low-income individuals and help them secure their place in the job market. There are over 400 vacancies available across different courses at the Ipojuca and Caruaru campuses.
This is an excellent opportunity, especially for those in need of financial support to qualify. The scholarships range from R$660 to R$858, depending on the beneficiaries’ profiles. Moreover, the courses are focused on areas with high demand in the job market, increasing the participants’ employability chances.
IF and Petrobras: Professional Qualification with a Scholarship of R$858
The initiative from IF and Petrobras seeks to professionally empower individuals in social and economic vulnerability. With more than 400 open vacancies, the courses last from four to ten months, and students also receive financial support to assist them during their study period.
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Priority in selection is given to women, people with disabilities, Black individuals, transgender individuals, travestis, Indigenous people, quilombolas, and refugees. The classes are in-person, and the courses cover high-demand areas such as welder, scaffolder, piping assistant, and many others. Another highlight is that, in addition to technical classes, students also receive reinforcement in Portuguese and mathematics, along with emotional support to ensure a complete and inclusive education.
Check the List of Available Courses
If you are interested in one of the positions offered by IF and Petrobras, see below the complete list of available professional qualification courses at the Ipojuca and Caruaru campuses:
Ipojuca Campus:
- Instrumentation Assistant (30 vacancies) – Morning – Duration: 4 months
- Boilermaker (60 vacancies) – Morning and Afternoon – Duration: 10 months
- Scaffolder (30 vacancies) – Morning – Duration: 5 months
- Industrial Painter (15 vacancies) – Morning – Duration: 5 months
- Electrical Inspector (26 vacancies) – Morning – Duration: 10 months
Caruaru Campus:
- Welder (34 vacancies) – Night – Duration: 5 months
- Scaffolder (60 vacancies) – Morning and Afternoon – Duration: 5 months
- Piping Assistant (94 vacancies) – Morning, Afternoon, and Night – Duration: 4 months
- Machine Mechanic Assembler (34 vacancies) – Night – Duration: 5 months
- Instrument Technician (60 vacancies) – Morning and Night – Duration: 5 months
- Instrumentation Assistant (30 vacancies) – Night – Duration: 4 months
How the Selection Process Works?
The selection of participants will be done through a public lottery, ensuring a fair and accessible process for everyone. The lottery is scheduled for October 18, and registration is completely free. In other words, there is no cost to participate in this process.
Classes are expected to start on November 11, so don’t waste time! If you are selected, in addition to having the opportunity to learn a new profession, you will also receive a scholarship throughout the course. For women with children up to 11 years old, the amount will be R$858, while for other participants, the scholarship will be R$660.
How to Register
To secure your place in the qualification courses from IF and Petrobras, just access the Autonomy and Income Program website and fill out the online registration form by the 16th of this month. The registration link is THIS ONE.
After filling out the form, you will need to send the requested documents to confirm your registration. The entire process is online and free, so don’t miss this chance to qualify for the job market!
About the Institution
The Federal Institute of Pernambuco (IFPE) is one of the most respected technical and technological education institutions in Brazil, with several campuses spread across the state. In addition to offering free courses in strategic areas, IFPE is committed to social inclusion, providing priority vacancies for individuals in situations of social and economic vulnerability.
Petrobras, one of the largest energy companies in the world, is also committed to social development. Through initiatives like the Autonomy and Income Program, the company seeks to positively impact the lives of thousands of Brazilians, offering professional qualification and real opportunities for insertion into the job market.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Enroll and start transforming your professional life with the support of IF and Petrobras!

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