Application Period Opens for Edison International Lineworker Scholarship

Edison International and Southern California Edison (SCE) have launched the 2025 Lineworker Scholarship Program application period, marking its fifth year.

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04/01/2025 - 05:00 PM

The scholarship program is dedicated to developing the next generation of skilled trade workers.

ROSEMEAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Edison International and Southern California Edison are pleased to launch the application period for the 2025 Lineworker Scholarship Program. In partnership with IBEW Local 47, the scholarship program is now in its fifth year of creating career pathways to transform the skilled trade workforce.

“Lineworkers are critical to rebuilding communities affected by wildfires and delivering safe and reliable power to our customers throughout Southern California,” said Heather Rivard, SCE’s senior vice president of Transmission and Distribution. “We encourage those interested to apply for the Lineworker Scholarship and take this step toward a fulfilling and meaningful career.”

Since 2021, the Lineworker Scholarship Program has opened doors for talented individuals to pursue specialized training, resources and support, with a focus on expanding the future workforce in SCE’s service area. The program is funded by Edison International shareholders, not ratepayers, in partnership with IBEW Local 47.

Graduates will be eligible for entry-level skilled trade positions at SCE once they complete the Powerline Mechanic certificate program at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, obtain a Class A driver’s license and complete SCE’s pre-employment requirements. All jobs will be located within SCE’s 50,000-square-mile service area and may require the graduate to relocate. The Lineworker Scholarship covers the cost of tuition, tools and support services needed to complete the requirements, up to $25,000 per recipient.

The Lineworker Scholarship is open to all applicants who meet the following eligibility requirements:

Demonstrated financial need
Enroll at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College for fall 2025
Enroll in the Powerline Mechanic certificate program
Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Be eligible to work in the U.S.
Possess a valid driver’s license
Be eligible to obtain a Class A driver’s license (must be at least 18 years of age)

Preference will be given to California residents.

The deadline to apply for the program is May 9. To apply and for more information, please visit edison.com/lineworkerscholarship.

About Edison International

Edison International (NYSE: EIX) is one of the nation’s largest electric utility holding companies, focused on providing clean and reliable energy and energy services through its independent companies. Headquartered in Rosemead, California, Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison Company, a utility delivering electricity to 15 million people across Southern, Central and Coastal California. Edison International is also the parent company of Trio (formerly Edison Energy), a portfolio of nonregulated competitive businesses providing integrated sustainability and energy advisory services to large commercial, industrial and institutional organizations in North America and Europe.