Energy Careers

The Northeast is home to key energy assets: hydropower, solar farms, wind facilities, major utilities, clean energy manufacturing hubs, and more. Members of the Northeast Energy Workforce Conosrtium are building the future of energy — and we need people like you to make it happen.

Find Your Starting Point

Whether you’re just beginning to explore energy careers or ready to level up — careers in energy offers a path, a paycheck, and a purpose.

Find A Role That Fits

Match your strengths and interests to an energy role today.

View Career Pathways

Discover which career pathway fits your lifestyle and goals. 

Explore Energy Job Boards

See what Energy Industry Jobs are available in your area today

Training & Education

Find training opportunities or explore education resouces

Careers Across the Energy Industry

Energy careers span more than you might think. Browse the five pathways below, then take the quiz to find your best match.

Builders & Fixers

You’re comfortable working at heights, in the field, and alongside a crew.

  • Construction Laborers
  • Heavy Equipment Operators
  • Building Performance Technicians
  • Solar PV Technicians
  • Wind Technicians
  • Power Plant Operators
  • Refinery Operations Technicians
  • Gas Utility Field Technicians

Tech and Engineering

You love gadgets, code, and making systems run smarter. You’d rather build the controller than just push the button.

  • Construction Laborers
  • Heavy Equipment Operators
  • Building Performance Technicians
  • Solar PV Technicians
  • Wind Technicians
  • Power Plant Operators
  • Refinery Operations Technicians
  • Gas Utility Field Technicians

Planet and Science

You love gadgets, code, and making systems run smarter. You’d rather build the controller than just push the button.

  • Commissioning Engineer
  • Controls & Automation Engineer
  • Grid Operations Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Industrial Energy Efficiency Engineer
  • Compressor Station Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Battery Storage Technician

People & Project Leaders

You’re the one everyone turns to when things need to get done — on time, on budget, and safely.

  • Site Supervisor
  • Pipeline Scheduling Coordinator
  • Transmission & Distribution Asset Manager
  • Safety Coordinator
  • Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist
  • Project Manager

Creators & Future Shapers

You love design, content, and big ideas—turning complex energy topics into clear, compelling stories and experiences.

  • Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator
  • Customer Experience (CX) Specialist
  • Product Manager
  • Energy Policy Analyst
  • Communications & Content Creator
  • Data Visualization & User Interface (UX) Engineer

Make An Impact

Your work keeps hospitals running, schools lit, and communities connected across STATE.

Earn More

Energy Industry jobs in the U.S. pay 18%+ above the national average.

Grow Fast

Clear pathways from entry-level to leadership, with training that gets you working in weeks or months, not years.

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