The Franklin Scholars Program

What are Franklin Scholars?

Franklin Scholars are professionals in scientific, technological, or mathematical fields who have joined the Franklin Foundation's effort to provide a more well-rounded education in those fields to America's children. Franklin Scholars donate their time, knowledge, and energy to the Foundation's children, providing real-world experience that can support their decisions to engage in a scientific, mathematical, or technological career.

 

Why become a Franklin Scholar?

As an industry professional, you can help America's children better understand the importance of their science, mathematics, and technology-oriented education. Sharing knowledge is superior to the education found in books, and Franklin Scholars have the unique opportunity to engage students through experience as well as education.

 

What are the qualifications to become a Franklin Scholar?

Franklin Scholars are professionals in the the scientific, technological, or mathematical fields with at least 6 years of experience in their profession. Franklin Scholars have at least a Bachelor's Degree in their related discipline, are employed, have never been convicted of a crime, and have the permission of their workplace to allow visits from schools participating in the Franklin Experience Program.

 

What professions are Franklin Scholars in?

Franklin Scholars can be found in numerous science, technology, or mathematics-related fields including medicine, chemistry, physics, civil engineering, networking, programming, cryptography, astronomy, and psychology to name a few.

 

Are Franklin Scholars paid for their services?

As a public service, non-profit organization, the Franklin Foundation relies on the goodwill of the people who provide support for our programs and services. Accepted Franklin Scholars are not paid for their services, however mileage to events and speaking engagements are tax deductible.

 

How much time will this take out of my schedule?

Franklin Scholars generally see students in the Franklin Experience program during working hours, which is why the support of your company is critical for involvement with the program. Outside of work, Franklin Scholars sometimes attend career-day activities at member schools, and select community events.

 

How do I apply?

Applying to become a Franklin Scholar is easy. Send us an email at scholarapply@franklinfound.org with your contact information, a copy of your formatted resume and your current employer information, and we'll send you a PDF form to complete and fax back to begin the process. Please note that the Franklin Foundation performs criminal history and background checks for our Franklin Scholars to ensure safe service to our member schools and students. Our selection process is a 2-step process, and we generally will only need between 25 and 35 scholars in a given metropolitan area.

 

We are currently looking for Franklin Scholars in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C., Connecticut, West Virginia, and North Carolina. Applicants from other areas are welcome to apply as well.