Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD)

11/18/2022

Apprenticeship programs offer trainees a clear path to a profession they love. This , check out this video showcasing one lineworker apprentice’s journey and excitement for her ahead.

Paige Spietz, Lineworker at Evergy, tells what she loves most about her job!This video was originally published by Evergy and republished by the Center for E...

11/14/2022

CEWD is excited to celebrate ! We’re proud to assist energy companies in filling industry apprenticeships that train work-ready adults with specific skills, so they are ready to hit the ground running in a career in energy. Show us how you plan on celebrating your apprentices and apprenticeship programs this week! https://getintoenergy.org/apprenticeships/

07/11/2021

In celebration of America's lineworkers and on Lineworker Appreciation Day, CEWD's Missy Henriksen joined We Stand For Energy to talk about the next generation of lineworkers.

The Current Check out our podcast, The Current, featuring expert insights on energy policy. Learn More COVID-19 Industry Response During this time, we want you to know that the We Stand for Energy Community is here to help. LEARN MORE Featured Video Learn more about how the energy grid efficiently d...

07/01/2021

Hats off to the 39 students who successfully completed Alabama Power Workforce Development’s lineworker training programs this past spring! Through this innovative partnership, students received hands-on practice in an outdoor learning laboratory, honing their new skills so they are job-ready upon graduation. Follow the link to learn more about the program:

Alabama Power and local community colleges partner in workforce development efforts.

04/02/2021

“No matter how things are going for the greater U.S. economy, there’s one sector that always is looking for good people: energy.” Troops to Energy Jobs was featured in Military.com's latest article about how veterans can begin their civilian careers in America’s energy industry.

Are you a military member or veteran looking to ? Visit https://www.troopstoenergyjobs.com to learn more.

Find the link to the article here: https://www.military.com/veteran-jobs/how-veterans-can-start-their-civilian-careers-americas-energy-industry.html/amp

While new unemployment requests were skyrocketing, the energy sector was hiring.

02/18/2021

CEWD and the National Utilities Diversity Council have announced the selection of 15 students from Jackson State University for the Campus Energy Network (CEN), a new career exploration program that connects high-achieving college students with mentors from the energy sector. Through this program, also managed in collaboration with the American Association of Blacks in Energy, students will engage with energy professionals from the Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation, Entergy, and others to learn about industry career opportunities and professional development essentials including networking, building a personal brand, navigating office etiquette, and more. This is one of three such pilots scheduled to launch this year. https://lnkd.in/eJjXUv7

02/02/2021

Today's feature focuses on Five Tips for Getting the Most from CEWD's Energy Industry Fundamentals Program. Discover advice and lessons learned from Omaha Public Power District and Consumers Energy - https://lnkd.in/dAgzYvK. Learn more about the EIF program here: https://lnkd.in/dG5SUNv

01/22/2021

CEWD's Annual Report chronicles how the industry joined together to address critical workforce development issues in 2020. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/ebcfQca. Thank you to our membership, those charged with ensuring we benefit from a skilled, diverse talent pipeline, for your collaboration in addressing the future of work in the energy industry.

01/12/2021

Have you heard about CEWD's for high school students? We are now receiving registrations for this virtual challenge that begins on February 1st and will yield a national winner. Energy professionals can serve as mentors and help area students explore a real life challenge. Learn more and register at https://cewd.org/resources/2021-stem-innovation-challenge/

11/16/2020