Scholarship Application

2012 Earthwormjobs.com

Scholarship Application

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Third Annual Earthwormjobs.com scholarship. Presented to an outstanding college student for continued education in the green industry. This years essay topic is "The benefits and detriments of feritgation" and your essay must be more than 1,000 words, but less than 1,500 words.

CRITERIA

Scholarship applicants must be enrolled in a college or university that meets the following criteria:

Has an accredited green industry program
Is a partnering member with Earthwormjobs.com
Is an active user (job seeker) of Earthwormjobs.com

REQUIREMENTS

In order for your scholarship application to be accepted, it must include:

Your most recent transcript
A minimum of 1 letter of recommendation from either a professor or the dean of the college
Signature/date by both the student and a faculty member
A current photo of you doing what you do best in the green industry (mailed or electronic)

MAIL application to Earthwormjobs.com; 2600 West L Street, Lincoln, NE 68522

DEADLINE: December 30, 2012

Please use additional paper if you are unable to completely answer any section in the space provided. If you have any questions, please call the Earthwormjobs.com office at 402-438-8151 or e-mail scholarship@earthwormjobs.com.

A. PERSONAL INFORMATION

Required: Current photo of applicant. Judges will not see photos. Photos are for recognition of recipients in Earthwormjobs.com newsletter. PLEASE CHECK ONE:

□ Enclosing photo with application

□ Send photo in .jpeg or .tiff format via e-mail to scholarship@earthwormjobs.com

1. Name ___________________________________________________________________

Social Security Number _____-_____-______ E-mail Address ______________________

2. Current Address ___________________________________________________________

City ________________________ State/Province ________ Zip/Postal Code __________

3. Permanent Address _________________________________________________________

City ________________________ State/Province ________ Zip/Postal Code __________

B. EDUCATIONAL BACKGEOUND

REQUIRED: To be considered, you must include a copy of your most recent transcript or an advisory tracking report.

4. Name of School presently attending ___________________________________________

_______ 4-Year College _______ 2-Year College ______ Vocational/Technical

5. Current Major _____________________________________________________________

Minor or Area if specialization _______________________________________________

6. Tear currently in school (circle one):

Freshman or First Year Sophomore or Second Year Junior Senior Graduate

7. Number of college hours completed ________ Number of college hours currently carrying ________

8. Overall college grad-point average _________ Grad-point average in major _______

Please write FRESHMAN if this is your first year.

9. How has your education been financed up to this point? ___________________________

C. ACTIVITIES

10. Awards, honors, scholarships, etc., received in high school or college:

_________________________________________________________________________

11. College activities related to Green Industry

________________________________________________________________________

12. High school activities related to Green Industry

________________________________________________________________________

13. Community activities related to Green Industry

________________________________________________________________________

14. Other activities and offices held (college, high school, community):

________________________________________________________________________

15. Are you currently registered with Earthwormjobs.com and Have you posted your resume

_______________________________________________________________________

D. WORK EXPERIENCE

16. Internships completed:

________________________________________________________________________

17. Internships planned:

________________________________________________________________________

18. Work experience (whether or not related to Green Industry):

Employer ________________________________________________________________

Job Title or Duties _________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Dates ____________________________________

Employer ________________________________________________________________

Job Title or Duties _________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Dates ____________________________________

Employer ________________________________________________________________

Job Title or Duties _________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Dates ____________________________________

E. PERSONAL REFERENCES

REQUIRED: MINIMUM OF TWO REFERENCES.

19. You are required to submit a minimum of ONE personal references with this application. References can be from any two or more of the following:

A member of the Green Industry, professor, dean of the college, most recent employer, instructor, counselor, club advisor, or other person qualified to attest to your abilities, character, and scholastic ability.

F. EDUCATIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND GOALS

(Please use additional paper if necessary.)

20. What have you learned about financial management as part of your education that will help you in your career?

_________________________________________________________________________

21. How has your green industry-related curriculum helped you in achieving your career goals?

_______________________________________________________________________

22. Be specific as to the type/kind of training and work experience you will complete to attain your goals.

_________________________________________________________________________

23. Describe your plan to attain more leadership and human relations skills.

_________________________________________________________________________

24. In your own words, clearly and concisely state the reason you are applying for this scholarship. Please provide a clear, specific demonstration of need.

_________________________________________________________________________

25. What are your career objectives as they relate to the Green Industry?

_________________________________________________________________________

26. Where do you see your career five years after graduation?

_________________________________________________________________________

I acknowledge that the information submitted on this form is true and correct and has been completed by the applicant with no assistance.

Applicant’s Signature (REQUIRED) Date

__________________________________________________ _______________________

Advisor’s Signature (REQUIRED) Date

__________________________________________________ _______________________

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