Windustry Internships
Windustry is contributing to green economic development and education through hands-on internships, trainings and seminars in the field of wind energy and renewable energy for all ages and skill levels.
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Minnesota Energy Careers
Reasons to consider a career in wind energy in the state of Minnesota:
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5 Tips for the job hunter
Here are 5 ideas to make your job hunt more successful.
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What are some ways to find a job in the wind energy industry through networking?
A common question is how to find a job in the wind energy industry through networking. Networking is probably one of the best ways to learn more about the industry and its players and a great way to get involved in the wind energy sector.
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Where can I find job postings in the wind industry?
To help you start your search, we have listed various outlets and specific places that post job listings within the wind energy sector.
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Types of Jobs in Wind
Similar to any other industry, there are many different occupations necessary to keep the industry thriving. The major sectors include:
Manufacturing Sector
Service Sector
Sales and Marketing Sector
Public and Non-Profit Sector
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I want to Work in Wind. What resources are there? Do I need to go back to school?
The wind energy sector provided 85,000 direct jobs in 2008, and the industry is expected to support up to 1/2 million direct and related jobs by 2030. Our resources offer guidance on the types of jobs available, the skills and training needed, and how to find them.
A significant amount of jobs in wind require specialization and you may want to need to classes. But do a little research on firms expanding to wind that could use your experience. For example, a financing firm may have created a wind energy branch. Or a cell tower company may have started to specialize in wind turbine towers.
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Training Programs
Here are post-secondary programs for college degrees and training certificates that focus on wind energy systems or that focus on renewable energy systems including wind.
Programs include:
Degree Programs
Certificate and other Training Programs
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