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Unknown Scholarship
By Estephanie Ponce Staff Writer
We all know about general scholarship opportunities, but could there be a specific one that applies to a small group for someone like you? Here is your chance to find out and how it will save you $3,000 during your school education! Have you ever found interest in a career which always has the opportunity for work during the lifetime of your profession? Then you might consider working in the construction-related industry.
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HCC provides the gateway for aid in this field. The Professional Women in Construction (PWC),
Connecticut Chapter scholarship is looking for students, either male or female, who are starting or continuing their education in Construction, Construction Management, Interior Design, Architecture, Landscape Design, Construction Trades, or Civil, Mechanical, Structural and Electrical Engineering for a undergraduate or graduate program. This scholarship is provided annually to students who might be interested in pursuing these fields of study.
According to PWC website, to have the opportunity to qualify students must provide a general scholarship application cover sheet, official high school transcripts, official undergraduate/graduate transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, a 300word essay describing how you plan to use your studies to a career in construction and why you should receive the award. An optional cover letter is recommended to include providing information which you weren’t able to mention in the application materials that ought to be considered by the committee. Students must also be attending college or university on a full-time basis.
According to Roxanne
Looking to pursue a career in architecture, construction, or engineering?
Perugino, the Sr. Project Planner for PWC, “We usually give 10 to 15 $3,000 scholarships,” so students better act fast and do their best when applying!
January applications are available and the deadline is in March. Applications must be submitted through email to Roxane (roxanne.perugino@stvinc.com).
Any questions please reach out and call the number at (860) 748-5198.
Be sure to check out their website for more information and to apply: https://connecticut.pwcusa.org/get-involved/scholarships/
