Summer Transportation Institute

The purpose of the Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Program is to create awareness and expose high school students to career opportunities in the transportation industry. This program will assist with addressing the need for a diverse workforce in the 21st century by preparing young people to become our future transportation workforce. The STI program is funded by the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration and is administered by Benedict College. The Summer Transportation Institute is a four-week, non-residential program scheduled for June 3-June 27, 2024. Students will report to campus on Mondays through Thursdays (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM) and participate in field trips to SC DOT Construction projects, Boeing, BMW, Clemson University, Charleston International Airport, and Columbia Metropolitan Airport. This opportunity is totally free to the students. There is a required orientation, and closing ceremony that students are parents are required to attend. Also, attendance from 90% of the program is required.

The program will include a minimum of 15 participants ranging from rising 9th to 11th graders who have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. In addition to completing the application, applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, school official or community leader; a one-page essay, an official transcript, and confirm that they have access to the Internet and a technological device (ie. a desktop computer, laptop, iPad, or smartphone).

The application deadline is May 30, 2024. Selected participants will be notified by May 31, 2024.

2024 Summer Transportation Institute

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Student Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Date of Birth(Required)

Home Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Social Security Number(Required)

Age(Required)

School/District for Fall 2024(Required)

Grade(Required)

Select the grade level the student will be in during the 2021-22 School Year (August 2021-June 2022).

Email(Required)

Name of Parent/Guardian(Required)

First Last

Career Interest (Select One)(Required)

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Do you have access to the internet and desktop or laptop computer?(Required)

Internet service and a desktop or laptop computer is required.

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• An official transcript verifying that the student is a 9th, 10th or 11th grader with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Upload Two (2) Letter of Recommendation(Required)

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• Two letters of recommendation from a school official, guidance counselor, or teacher.

Upload Essay(Required)

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• A one-page single spaced essay expressing an interest in engineering, science, transportation or technology related career. (“Why I want to participate in the Summer Transportation Institute (STI), and how it can assist in meeting my career goals.”)

Student Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Parent/Guardian Approval and Affirmation

I understand that my child is applying for the 2024 National Summer Transportation Institute (STI) being held Monday-Thursday at Benedict College. The program will be held June 3rd, 2024, through June 27th, 2024. If accepted as a participant in this program, my child and I must attend a mandatory orientation session on Thursday, May 27, 2024. I understand that my child will be awarded full tuition to cover the costs of participating in the program. I affirm that my child has not participated in any Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Programs sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration in South Carolina or any other state. I understand that my child is required to remain with the program throughout its duration, complete all assignments, and must have reliable access to the internet and a device such as a laptop, smartphone, or iPad. Please note that photographs will be taken throughout the Summer Transportation Institute Program and will be used by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA – South Carolina Division Office) and Benedict College for publicity in publications (reports) and on websites.

Please indicate below if SCDOT, FHWA, and Benedict College have your permission to photograph your child:(Required)

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Only completed applications will be considered. For additional information, please call 803-705-4496.

Summer Transportation Institute

2024 Summer Transportation Institute

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