Edison International announced on March 19 the opening of applications for its 2026 Lineworker Scholarship, which aims to support individuals pursuing careers in skilled trades within the energy and utility industry.
The scholarship provides up to $25,000 each to as many as 12 recipients. It covers tuition, tools, and support services such as housing, transportation, and childcare for those enrolling in Los Angeles Trade-Technical College’s Powerline Worker: Pole Climbing Certificate program. The initiative is now in its sixth year and seeks to enable people from diverse backgrounds to gain the training needed for skilled trade jobs.
“Our industry is responsible for safely providing reliable electric service, and our lineworkers make that possible,” said Orville Cocking, Southern California Edison’s senior vice president of Transmission & Distribution. “The Lineworker Scholarship can help launch a rewarding career to dedicated individuals eager to make a difference in their community.”
Scholarship recipients who complete the certificate program and obtain their Class A commercial driver’s license are eligible for full-time entry-level positions at Southern California Edison (SCE), provided they meet pre-employment requirements. These jobs are located within SCE’s 50,000-square-mile service area and may require relocation.
“Lineworkers don’t just keep the lights on — they answer the call in the toughest conditions, around the clock, to keep our communities running,” said Colin Lavin, business manager of IBEW Local 47. “This partnership with Edison International is about investing in the future of our trade and making sure the next generation is ready to carry that responsibility.”
The scholarship is funded by Edison International shareholders and IBEW Local 47. Since its inception in 2021, it has awarded a total of $1.5 million through 60 scholarships. Applications are open until Friday, May 8. More information can be found at edison.com/lineworkerscholarship.
