APWA NEVADA INTERN-FOCUSED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Nevada Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) will be awarding a total of $8,000 in scholarships at a minimum of $2,000 per scholarship for deserving students in Nevada. This program will assist students in attaining their career aspirations and building a foundation as future Public Works leaders. The APWA Board, through the Scholarship Committee, will make the best selection of scholarship recipients based on application and criteria as described below:
Eligibility:
In order to be deemed eligible, applicants must demonstrate the following:
1. A Nevada resident or attended/graduated from a Nevada high school
2. An entering freshman or currently enrolled college student in a public works-related curriculum (civil engineering, architecture, science, construction management, public works policy, government, etc.)
3. A desire to pursue a career in the field of public works or public administration
4. Completion of an internship or work experience in public works-related field within the past year
Scoring (100 points total):
Applications must submit the following 6 documents and will be evaluated using the following criteria:
1. Application – 5 points maximum (points may be deducted for an incomplete application)
2. Resume – 15 points maximum (points may be deducted for spelling or presentation issues, but NOT for content)
3. College Transcript – College transcript showing enrollment and progress in Public Works related field (CE, CM, Arch, Geotech, Survey, etc.). Provide high school transcript if incoming freshman – 20 points
4. Personal Statement – prepare a personal statement explaining the reason for your degree choice and how it relates to career goals within the Public Works industry. Include a summary of your background, interest, achievements, and career goals. Two pages maximum – 30 points maximum
5. Letter of Reference from university teacher, Public Works mentor, or employer in Public Works related field – 10 points
6. Pay Stub to verify Internship in Public Works related field within the past year – 20 points
Selected applicants may be invited to an interview by APWA prior to award of scholarship.
Program Timeline & Details:
- Scholarship application period opens March 10th and closes on May 30th
- Application review begins on June 1st
- Award recipient recommendations made by the Scholarship Committee to the State Board
- Award candidate interviews – to be held at the discretion of the State Board
- Award recipients will be notified by the end of June; funds will be dispersed to the successful candidate in the Fall of 2025. The winners of a scholarship will receive the award in person and have a photo opportunity at an APWA luncheon or conference banquet
- Scholarship winners will be announced at the Fall Conference in September
All potential candidates must fill out the application, prepare the required written statements, and email the necessary documents described above to the attention of:
Brian Rowley
APWA Nevada Vice President
Click below to download the 2025 Scholarship Application