What does an Apprenticeship Career in Advanced Energy look like?

Solar Installers, Building Controls Specialists.

Electric Vehicle Maintenance (Mechanic) and Charger Installation

Energy Efficiency Auditor and Managers

Sustainability Specialist in Green Buildings and Business

AND Many more positions.....

Do you want to be part of a fast-growing emerging industry with lots of Career Paths while making good money?

An Apprenticeship in advanced energy and sustainability enables a candidate to have a paid job and training in an exciting emerging industry that makes a difference in the world. Career Growth opportunity is here today and will continue tomorrow.

How do you get started In your Apprenticeship Career in the Advanced Energy space?

• APPLY

• Research the careers that Align with your interests.

• Attend Expos and learn about new emerging careers.

• Take any free courses to educate yourself about careers. Check out USGBC for additional resources. 

• Review your skills, and make sure you add any new relatable skills & training to your resume.

Join us at the EmPower Arkansas Expo

March 13th at the Saline County Career and Technical Campus at 13600 I-30 in Benton, Arkansas

At this Arkansas Advanced Energy Industry and Career Event, professionals, job seekers, and students will experience interactive industry booths, career and educational presentations, and live career coaching and job interviews. 

Register Here

How do you benefit as an Apprentice?

Learn new skills that grow your knowledge in a chosen Apprenticeship

Receive classroom Instruction paid for by the employer

Achieve Nationally recognized credentials

Entrance into the fast-growing, emerging sustainability and energy career

Hired full-time job with benefits in the career path you decide

Competitive wages with progressive raises

Path for career growth including promotions

Mentored on-the-job training (OJT)

What knowledge is helpful to have?

Mechanical knowledge

Design & Constructions knowledge

Experience with hand tools

Good understanding of electrical wiring and AC/DC systems

Listing and Communication skills

Visual thinker, good at problem-solving and implementing ideas

Qualifications

• High School Diploma 
• Valid Drivers License

AAEF (Arkansas Advanced Energy Foundation) is dedicated to growing Arkansas’s economy through expanded utilization of advanced energy technologies, including energy efficiency, demand response, natural gas electric generation, solar, wind, hydro, nuclear, electric vehicles, alternative fuels, and smart grid.

What's an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a full-time position with a focus on learning! During your first year of employment, you are guaranteed formal training, a mentor, and a pay raise! Employers who have committed to the apprenticeship model for hiring are committing to building you and your career. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Apprenticeship positions welcome diverse applicants who are looking to grow their careers in Advanced Energy! 

How does the interview process work? We want to get to know you! Let's conduct an initial phone interview. If your skills and interests match the employer's needs, we'll share your resume or ask you to apply directly with them. After that, the employers will continue with their recruiting and interview process. If you are a match, an offer will be made for you to get started in your new apprenticeship role! We'll be here to make sure your apprenticeship year goes smoothly and that you are set up for career growth and success!

The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences dba Apprenticely will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30