Zoot Enterprises is pleased to invite applications for the Zoot Scholarship Program. This program is designed to assist qualified Computer Science majors at MSU-Bozeman with undergraduate tuition and fees and to make available for pay or for credit internship and employment with Zoot as openings occur. Zoot believes that real-world, technical experience benefits students when they hit the job market after graduation. More information about Zoot Enterprises, Inc.

AWARD

Up to two scholarships will be awarded to CS juniors, with one award at a minimum value of $6000, and one at $1000; both of which are to be distributed equally over two semesters. These awards are renewable for a second year if the student continues to meet all eligibility requirements. Internship/work opportunities are also available.

ELIGIBILITY

Recipients must be undergraduate Computer Science majors with at least junior standing and typically have less than four semesters left before graduation. Students must be enrolled full-time with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or greater and be eligible to work in the United States. Preference for these awards will be given to students who are willing to complete for pay or for credit internships at Zoot.

APPLICATION ESSAY

Applicants must submit an essay that explains why they would be a good candidate for this award.  In particular, career and leadership aspirations should be covered.

Zoot values the following characteristics and applicants are encouraged to address these areas in their application essay:

  • character
  • integrity
  • initiative
  • creativity
  • honesty
  • commitment to community
  • aptitude for producing useful software products for the real world
  • a positive attitude towards life

In addition, please address your willingness to work as a summer intern or employee for Zoot while an undergraduate at MSU.

Finally, if you are a single parent, please mention this.