By Ashley Reyes
SEMA member company employees have until March 1 to apply to reduce their student debt through the SEMA Loan Forgiveness Program. Awards of $2,000 are available to eligible individuals who apply at sema.org/loan-forgiveness.
"Student loans can be a heavy burden for recent graduates," said SEMA Manager of Recognition Programs Jose Escobar. "The SEMA Loan Forgiveness Program addresses this by giving our members an exclusive opportunity to ease the financial pressure tied to their college education, enabling them to focus more on their careers."
Eligibility requirements include:
- Be currently employed by a SEMA-member business
- Demonstrate a passion for the automotive hobby and career
- Possess a degree or certificate from a college, university or career technical/trade school in the United States or Canada
- Have a minimum of $2,000 in outstanding student loans
The SEMA Loan Forgiveness Program is offered as a benefit of SEMA membership. Learn more and apply at www.sema.org/loan-forgiveness. Questions can be directed to SEMA manager of recognition programs at josee@sema.org or 909-378-4860.