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Transforming Tomorrow One Student at a Time

Pepper Construction was built on the principles of respect and dignity. It’s what we are known for and core to how we treat each other. As we pursue our mission to improve quality of life through the built world, we feel a great responsibility to foster inclusion and engagement throughout the community, our organization and our industry.

With that in mind, we are pleased to continue our scholarship and internship program that provides financial assistance for students working on an undergraduate degree in a field related to construction and includes a paid internship for the summer of 2026.

While helping to attract people to the broad range of professional options in the construction industry, the Pepper Construction Scholarship and Internship also helps close the equity gap among marginalized and underrepresented communities seeking to achieve higher education degrees and advance their careers.

About the Scholarship

  • Scholarships are awarded in the amount of $1,500 per student per year and may be renewable for up to two years of undergraduate study in a field related to construction. Scholarship checks will be sent directly to the recipients' college or university after the internship is successfully completed.
  • All scholarships are merit based as judged by Pepper Construction's Scholarship Selection Committee.
  • The scholarship includes a paid internship with Pepper Construction in 2026. Participation in the internship or co-op program is required to receive the scholarship.
  • All applicants selected as finalists will be invited to a personal online interview with Pepper Construction.

Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA evidenced by a valid educational institution transcript
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related field as a full-time student
  • Completed at least one year of college (entering the 2025/2026 school year as a sophomore or junior) 
  • Exhibit leadership ability in and out of the classroom
  • Participate in community service and school activities
  • Complete a paid internship with Pepper Construction

To be considered for the renewal of annual award installments, the scholarship recipient is required to show continued enrollment and academic good standing (minimum 3.0 GPA). Transcripts and upcoming class schedules must be submitted at the conclusion of each academic period.

To learn more about the scholarship process in Illinois and access the application, please click on the button below:

Illinois application