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Earn a Scholarship and Get A Job!Indiana Department of Transportation

Engineering Scholarship Program

This brochure highlights the benefits of the program. See the application form and scholarship program

contract for complete details.Available online at: INDOTScholarship.IN.gov

or call 317-234-8096

IV. SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS

Give a brief statement explaining your interest in working for INDOT after college.What are your specific civil engineering goals?

List extracurricular activities. Describe your most significant accomplishment in your extracurricular activities.

Describe how you have demonstrated leadership ability both in and out of school.

Send application to:

Indiana Department of TransportationHuman ResourcesAttn: Brandi Jittjumnongk3650 S. US Hwy 41Vincennes, IN 47591

I certify that all information provided in this application is accurate. I understand that my participation in the INDOT Engineer Scholarship Program in no way guarantees employment with INDOT. I have read and understand the provisions of this application.

Date: _________________ Applicant’s Signature: ________________________________

© Indiana Department of Transportation, Dec. 2009

INDOT Civil Engineering Scholarship Program Application

Instructions to Applicant: 1. Write N/A if an item is not applicable2. Attach additional sheets if necessary3. Attach a Resume4. Include a Minimum of One Letter of Recommendation5. Carefully review this application 6. Scholarship Application must be received by the deadline of April 30th

I. PERSONAL INFORMATION – Please complete (type or print legibly)

Name (Last, First, MI) SSN:

Home Address Home and Cell Phone

College Address College Phone

Email Address

College Email Address

Are you a US citizen?

II. ACADEMIC INFORMATION

ACT score _________ SAT score _________

III. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

How much are you receiving from other forms of financial aid or tuition reimbursement? ____________

Estimate your total need for one semester

Tuition Fee: $ ____________ Additional fees: $ ____________ Total Estimate: $ ____________

(See Opposite Side)

Please indicate the school in which you are enrolled:

How many hours will you have after this semester toward an engineering degree?

What program and year do you expect to earn your degree?

Are you enrolled in a Cooperative Education Program?

Name of high school:

Specify your college cumulative grade point average and attach your official transcripts from all schools attended.

General Information

Scholarship amounts are $3,125 per semester or $2,083 per trimester. Scholarships can be applied toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in Civil Engineering, or any combination thereof, not to exceed five years total with a maximum of two years toward a graduate program.

Eligibility

Students who are accepted into or currently enrolled in the School of Engineering at an Indiana ABET accredited college or university and have completed at least one year of college level education.Students must attend school full-time. Students must possess and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.8 out of a scale of 4.0 or equivalent.

Conditions of Scholarship

The recipient must agree to work full-time for INDOT during summer breaks while in school. Summer employment pay is highly competitive compared to other similar positions. After graduation, the recipient must work one six month period for each academic semester for which the recipient has received the scholarship.

Scholarship funds must be used for qualified educational expenses including tuition, fees, and books. The scholarship payments will be sent to the recipients after INDOT receives proof of eligibility. The recipient is responsible for payment of all expenses.

Repayment Obligation

A recipient will be required to repay all amounts actually received under the scholarship program under certain circumstances including failure to (a) maintain eligibility; (b) successfully complete summer work requirements; (c) accept employment with INDOT immediately after graduation; or (d) fulfill the required duration of employment after graduation.

Selection of Scholarship Recipients

Following are some of the criteria reviewed by the Scholarship Committee to help determine scholarship recipients:

• High school ranking and grade point average • Collegiate grade point average • SAT and/or ACT scores • Community or scholastic leadership activities• Work experience • Major accomplishments and achievements

Interested?

Applications are available on the web at INDOTScholarship.IN.gov, or contact INDOT at 317-234-8096 for more information.

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Eligible Civil Engineering students accepted into or currently enrolled in the School of Engineering at an ABET accredited Indiana college or university may apply.

Scholarship recipients also benefit by working for INDOT during summer breaks and after graduation. A limited number of scholarships are available. Apply Now!

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INDOT Civil Engineering Scholarship Program Application

Name (Last, First, MI)

Home Address

College Address

Primary Email Address

Secondary Email Address

Phone Number

University

Engineering School

Type of Degree Seeking Bachelor Master

Academic Major(s)

Anticipated Graduation Date

Cumulative GPA

High School

ACT Score SAT Score

Financial Aid Currently Received Per Semester (Please total all grants, scholarships, tuition reimbursement, etc.)

Estimated Cost Remaining

Per Semester

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Short Answer Questions Please provide a brief response to the questions below.

1. What interests you about working for INDOT following graduation?

2. What are your specific civil engineering goals?

3. What extracurricular activities have you been involved in? What has been your most significantaccomplishment related to these extracurricular activities?

4. How have you demonstrated your abilities as a leader (1) within the academic setting and (2) outsidethe academic setting?

YES NO Qualifications I am currently enrolled as a full time student. I have been accepted into the School of Engineering at my collegiate institution. I have completed at least one (1) year of collegiate level education. I possess a cumulative GPA of at least 2.8/4.0. I am enrolled in a Cooperative (Co-Op) Education program. I now or in the future will require sponsorship for employment visa status. I am legally authorized to work in the United States.

Application Content I have attached my resume. I have attached at least one letter of recommendation. I have attached (or arranged for the distribution of) an official academic transcript. I have completed my responses to the Short Answer Questions. (If additional space is needed, please attach.)

I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge.

Signature Date

Please submit to: INDOT Engineering Scholarship Coordinator, 100 N Senate Ave, N751, Indianapolis, IN 46204317-233-3696 talentmanagement@indot.in.gov