Mitchell 1 is now accepting applications for its annual Automotive Technology Scholarship, designed to support students pursuing careers in the auto repair industry. High school seniors and college students in Canada and the U.S. are encouraged to apply for the scholarship through March 31 by visiting the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Central website at www.AutomotiveScholarships.com.

“We’re proud to continue our sponsorship of the Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship as it helps students build the technical knowledge and real-world skills they need to pursue rewarding careers in vehicle maintenance and repair,” said Cami Hermann, Director of Marketing at Mitchell 1.

The recipient will receive a $2,500 scholarship, a check for $500 and roundtrip airfare and accommodations for the winner and a guest to attend the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) conference held June 15-18 in Sacramento, California.

To be considered for the Mitchell 1 scholarship, applicants must be a current student majoring in automotive technology/auto shop repair coursework and meet the following criteria:

• Nomination from his / her NACAT instructor
• Minimum overall 3.0 grade point average
• Planning to attend an accredited college or university or already enrolled in an accredited college or university
• A U.S. or Canadian citizen

By completing a single application online, students will also be considered for multiple scholarships for which they are eligible. The streamlined website allows applicants to view the details of all scholarships available and continue to update their application until the March 31 deadline.