Deadline: February 6, 2025
This singular application is for both the IEC Foundation scholarship, and the EmpowerHer scholarship.
The purpose of the IEC Foundation Scholarship Fund is to provide annual need-based scholarships to further the academic goals of students that are in an IEC-approved apprenticeship program or similar post-secondary education.
Scholarship award amounts vary and are to be used for tuition and/or books. Awards for each scholarship winner will be paid directly to your IEC training center/college for your benefit. Awards will be awarded in the following categories:
- Craft – Students in an IEC-approved apprenticeship program.
- Baccalaureate – Students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in fields associated with the electrical industry.
- Continuing college education for journeymen part-time college students who are employed full- time by an IEC contractor member may be eligible for a scholarship if they are studying toward a degree relative to the electrical industry.
Applicants to The IEC Foundation Scholarship Fund must be:
- A high school graduate (or GED Equivalency);
- A U.S. citizen, or are legally living/working in the United States;
- Apprentices enrolled in an IEC-approved apprenticeship program, or
- Students enrolled in a full-time college program (12 or more credit hours) pursuing a degree in the electrical industry; or
- Journeymen enrolled part-time in a college program (less than 12 credit hours) AND working full- time for an IEC member and pursuing a degree in the electrical industry;
- And, sponsored/employed by a member of the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC)
EmpowerHer Scholarship Criteria:
- Each applicant must meet all of the IEC Foundation Scholarship requirements.
- Academic excellence
- Applicant must identify as female
- Demonstrated financial need
- Commitment to pursuing a career in the electrical industry
- Demonstrated leadership potential within the electrical field.
- Commitment to advancing opportunities for women in the industry.
- A focus on personal and professional empowerment in alignment with IEC Foundation’s mission.
EmpowerHer Scholarship Goals:
- Promote gender diversity and inclusion in the electrical and construction industries.
- Support the professional growth of women, empowering them to pursue and succeed in electrical careers.
- Recognize women’s contributions to the electrical field and elevate their role in shaping the future of the industry.
- Encourage continued education and advancement for women, helping them to reach new levels of professional development.
