FPL offers 13 scholarships to fuel Florida’s future workforce

Posted 5/5/26

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced 13 scholarships for students pursuing higher education or technical training, ...

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FPL offers 13 scholarships to fuel Florida’s future workforce

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JUNO BEACH — Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced 13 scholarships for students pursuing higher education or technical training, including three new workforce development scholarships introduced this year. The program underscores FPL’s deep commitment to supporting education, community investment and building a skilled workforce that will power Florida’s future.

FPL announced three new workforce development scholarships introduced this year. [Photo courtesy FPL]
FPL announced three new workforce development scholarships introduced this year. [Photo courtesy FPL]
The expanded offerings include three workforce development scholarships aimed at meeting the growing demand for skilled trades and technical professionals in Florida’s energy sector. Additionally, 10 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors who have been involved in a SECME program and plan to pursue a STEM education.

Together, these scholarships create pathways to meaningful careers, supporting students at every stage of their educational journey while helping strengthen Florida’s future workforce.

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced 13 scholarships for students pursuing higher education. [Photo courtesy FPL]
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced 13 scholarships for students pursuing higher education. [Photo courtesy FPL]

“At FPL, we believe that investing in students is investing in Florida,” said Kate Cotner, Director of Community Engagement for FPL. “These scholarships are one of the many ways we’re working to strengthen the talent pipeline, equipping the next generation of leaders and professionals with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving energy industry, right here in the communities we serve.”

Scholarship opportunities include 10 SECME Scholarships, available to high school seniors in FPL’s service area, and three Workforce Development Scholarships, available to students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate study at an accredited Florida college, university or technical school in FPL’s service territory.

Applications opened April 27 and close May 25, 2026, at 3 p.m. EST.

Interested students can visit www.FPL.com/Education to apply and review full eligibility requirements and selection criteria. Winners will be announced June 13, 2026.

For questions, email Education@FPL.com.

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