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Building Opportunity in Construction Management

The Norman Hill Scholarship promotes diversity in construction management by sponsoring students at Virginia Tech Myers-Lawson School of Construction and providing internships with our electrical contractors.

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Promoting a Diverse Workforce

The Norman Hill Scholarship is designed to open doors for young people of diverse backgrounds who are passionate about building a career in the construction industry. Created to honor labor leader Norman Hill, the program supports students pursuing Construction Management degrees at Virginia Tech. It’s more than just financial help — it’s about creating opportunity, building a more inclusive workforce, and empowering the next generation of Project Managers and contractor leadership.

Why apply?


Key Benefits

  • The Norman Hill Scholarship offers meaningful support to help future electricians start strong and succeed in their careers.
  • Provides financial assistance for students at Virginia Tech’s Myers-Lawson School of Construction
  • Opens access to valuable internship opportunities with premier Electrical Contractors in the DMV
  • Honors and builds on Norman Hill’s legacy of equity and opportunity
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Scholarship Details

Funded by Virginia Tech, the Electrical Alliance-Norman Hill scholarship is awarded to students participating in the Construction Engineering Management program.

DEADLINE: Every year on July 30th

Award: Varies based on need

All applicants have access to internships with IBEW Local 26 / WDC NECA signatory contractors

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Who Is the Norman Hill Scholarship For?

The Norman Hill Scholarship is intended to support construction management students from underrepresented communities at Virginia Tech.

  • Open to undergraduate Myers-Lawson School of Construction students
  • Demonstrated interest in the electrical or general contracting career path
  • Reside in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia region
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Power Your Future

Ready to power your future in construction management? Apply now take the first step toward a rewarding, high-demand career.

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The Electrical Alliance

The Electrical Alliance is a cooperative effort between the skilled craftsmen of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 26 and the electrical contractors of the Washington, D.C. Chapter of National Electrical Contractors Association.

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