Applications for scholarships are now available through the 2013 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund at sema.org/scholarships.
Students preparing for careers in the auto or auto parts industries may be eligible for financial awards of up to $5,000. The application deadline is March 29.
“Students coming through the SEMA Scholarship Program have demonstrated such great potential. We’ve increased the scholarship prizes to reward and better help prepare these students for careers in the specialty-equipment industry,” said Jamie Eriksen, SEMA education director. “Our hope is that we’ll continue to attract highly qualified students who will contribute and make strong, positive impacts in our industry.”
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship is a one-time award that does not have to be paid back. Awards are granted to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, community involvement, essay content and recommendations. Students may re-apply each year, provided that they still meet the eligibility criteria.
A loan forgiveness award is also available to recent graduates who are working for SEMA-member companies and paying off existing student loans. Details and applications for both the scholarship and the loan-forgiveness awards are available at sema.org/scholarships.
For additional details, contact Juliet Marshall at [email protected] or 909-978-6655.
