Inclusion in Action Scholarship & Internship
The Serta Simmons Bedding Inclusion In Action Scholarship is a minority scholarship awarded to Black/African American students who are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to identifying ways to implement positive change throughout their career.
At SSB, we value diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all aspects of our business. The SSB Inclusion in Action Scholarship was developed to support the growth and development of future business leaders who will help advance diversity and inclusion in their own careers and communities.
The SSB scholarship will provide both financial assistance and business experience to qualified Black/African American undergraduate students in the Atlanta and Phoenix areas.
SSB will select two recipients to receive $25,000 each toward their undergraduate program tuition. Additionally, the two (2) recipients will be offered a Summer 2021 internship with our team in either our Phoenix or Atlanta offices. Scholarship winners must be available to participate in a 10-week Summer 2021 internship.
The SSB team will choose 20 first round winners who will advance to a second-round interview panel. Two (2) final winners will be chosen based on the criteria noted below, their response to the application prompt, and their panel interview.
CRITERIA
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Enrollment Status: Full-time, Part-Time, Undergraduate
- Citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada
- Applicant must be Black/African American
- Applicant should have a strong desire to be a business leader
- Sophomore or Junior – Undergraduate
- Enrolled in select colleges/universities in Atlanta and Phoenix areas
APPLICANTS MUST:
- Submit an essay that responds to the following prompt:
- Why does diversity matter to you and how do you plan to make a difference in your future career?
- Submit two letters of recommendation (Must speak to your commitment to inspiring change in your community and your passion for being a leader in business.)
- Submit unofficial transcripts
The Serta Simmons Bedding Inclusion In Action Scholarship application is now available: Apply Here
The application closes on March 31, 2021 at 11:59 pm in your local time zone.