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FEHR & PEERS
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Fehr & Peers Scholarship Program
Fehr & Peers is pleased to announce its Scholarship Program, which provides a total of up to $10,000
each year to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo students who want to pursue a career in Transportation
Engineering, Planning, or Design. Typical individual awards will range from $1,500 to $3,500, along
with a paid (typically $20 per hour) internship or co-op with Fehr & Peers. Scholarship recipients should
demonstrate enthusiasm for transportation, possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and
show excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Selected recipients will be offered a paid internship or co-op for a specific duration, typically 3-6 months,
at one of the Fehr & Peers offices. Upon completion of the internship or co-op, a pre-determined
scholarship amount designated by the Fehr & Peers Scholarship Selection Committee will be paid to the
recipient. This program will enable students to receive financial support while gaining valuable real-life
professional experience in the transportation engineering, planning, or design field.
Applicant Minimum Requirements
Scholarship applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Currently enrolled at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
2. Graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within 18 months of the start of the internship.
3. Major in Civil Engineering or City and Regional Planning
4. Demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in transportation engineering (must be demonstrated
through such things as technical electives, work experience, research involvement, involvement
in student organizations, etc.)
5. Achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
6. Able to complete a paid internship or co-op with Fehr & Peers
Application Requirements
To apply for the Fehr & Peers Scholarship, please submit all of the following materials:
Scholarship Application Form - Complete the application form in its entirety, including
your signature acknowledging acceptance of the verification statement.
Resume - Your resume should include your education, employment history, and
extracurricular activities.
Two letters of recommendation - At least one letter must be from a professor at Cal Poly, San
Luis Obispo. The other letter can be from a person you know through academic, employment,
or community leadership experience. Do not include relatives as references.
Academic transcript - Include a copy of your current academic transcript. An unofficial copy
is accepted during the initial application phase; however, an official copy will be required if you
are selected during the final selection process.

Send your completed application package, and any questions, to:
E-mail:
scholarship@fehrandpeers.com
(Please indicate “Scholarship Program” on the subject line.)
or
Mail:
Fehr & Peers
100 Pringle Avenue, Suite 600
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Attention: Scholarship Program Administrator
Application Deadline
Applications are accepted throughout the year on the following dates:
• By March 1st for an internship/co-op start date in June
• By October 1st for an internship/co-op start date in December/January
• By December 1st for an internship/co-op start date in March/April
Evaluation and Selection Process
The evaluation and selection of prospective scholarship recipients includes the following steps:
1. Applicants will be reviewed and evaluated by the Scholarship Selection Committee, who will
then select potential candidates.
2. Potential candidates will be interviewed by phone or in person for further evaluation.
3. An on-site interview will be conducted at one of Fehr & Peers’ offices for the final
selection process.
4. An offer of employment for an internship or co-op and scholarship award amount will be
presented to the selected recipients in writing.
The Fine Print
Fehr & Peers, at our sole discretion, may disburse more or less than a total of $10,000 within each calendar year.
Individual awards are at the discretion of the Scholarship Selection Committee and typically range from $1,500 to
$3,500. Scholarship recipients must accept and complete a paid internship or co-op at Fehr & Peers for a specific
duration, typically 3-6 months. Scholarship recipients are subject to the terms and conditions of employment,
including the requirement to submit proof of authorization to work in the United States. Anyone who is unable
to abide by the terms and conditions is ineligible to receive the scholarship award. Anyone who is unable to
complete the agreed-upon internship or co-op – for any reason, including poor work performance – will forfeit
the scholarship award. The award will be disbursed directly to the recipient through payroll upon completion of
the agreed upon internship or co-op. The award disbursement will be taxed at the individual’s payroll tax rate.
Fehr & Peers may at any time discontinue the Scholarship Program, with or without notice. Fehr & Peers is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Fehr & Peers Scholarship Application Form
Name:
Street Address:
City, State, Zip:
Contact Phone:
E-mail address:
Current Education at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
Expected Graduation Date: Degree: Bachelors Masters
Major: Civil Engineering City and Regional Planning
Minor/Emphasis (if applicable):
Cumulative GPA:
Major GPA:
EIT Certification # (not required):
Availability for Internship or Co-Op
Interest: Internship Co-Op
Proposed Start Date:
Proposed End Date:
Questionnaire (Attach answers)
1. How have you demonstrated a desire to pursue a career in transportation engineering,
planning, or design
2. What do you feel is the most pressing transportation issue facing our nation today What do
you think it will be in 30 years
3. Three key characteristics we look for in our staff include an inquiring mind, initiative, and a
willingness to take risks. Please use situations and experiences from your life to demonstrate
the degree to which you incorporate these characteristics into your daily life.
Verification Statement
I affirm the information included with my application is true and accurate in all respects. I understand
that, if selected, the award disbursement is contingent upon completion of a paid internship or co-op
at Fehr & Peers. By signing below, I confirm that I have read and agree with the terms outlined in the
Fehr & Peers Scholarship Program Description.
Signature
Date

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