Scholarship and Internship
Amazon Future Engineer students can boost their future for themselves and their community with the support of college funding, paid internships, and industry mentors.
(up to $10,000/year) towards an undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science and an offer to complete a summer internship at Amazon!
Applications open on October 28, 2024
and close on December 19, 2024.
Congratulations, 2024 scholars!
We’re thrilled to announce the 2024 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipients. Each student will receive up to $40,000 in paid tuition to attend the college of their choice and a paid internship offer at Amazon after their freshman year of college to gain hands-on, practical work experience with mentorship from Amazon leaders. Scholars will also engage in networking opportunities with their peers and Amazon employees, receive skills development and mental health resources, and have access to an emergency grant fund for unexpected financial obligations that might prevent them from attending school.
The AFE scholarship presents life-changing opportunities.
We want you to apply! When it comes to a paid industry internship and up to $40,000 in scholarships, your time can go a long way. You could be one of four hundred students chosen to win this double-sized opportunity—there’s only one way to find out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the award amount?
Awards are renewable for up to three years or until a bachelor’s degree is earned, whichever occurs first. Renewal is contingent upon the applicant continuing full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university, and maintaining a good standing with their university.
What are the criteria for applying to the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship?
✅ Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Employment Authorized to work in the United States.
✅ Be a high school senior in the U.S. who is currently enrolled in or who has completed a high school or college dual degree course where computer science, engineering, or robotics is the subject. Students who have not taken this course can opt-in to take an assessment offered by Amazon.
✅ Be planning to attain a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, or other computer science related field of study from an accredited 4-year college or from a 2-year college with the intent to transfer to a 4-year college.
✅ Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).
✅ Must show financial need.
Is Computer Science the only major that is eligible?
RELATED MAJORS
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Software Engineering
Computer Programming
Math (Mathematics; Applied Math)
Data Science
Electrical Engineering
Transportation Technology
Computer Info Systems
Computer Info Science
Cognitive Science
Informatics
Information Technologies
How long will the scholarship be open?
What is the Amazon Future Engineer internship like?
Besides their project work, Amazon Future Engineer interns get exposure to the Amazon business and build their professional networks through fireside chats with senior leaders, deep dives from technology teams, and a dedicated career mentor. Interns build bonds with their fellow cohort virtually and in-person - so if you join us, you’ll have lots of interns from similar backgrounds to go through this experience with you!