2024 Careers In Energy Week
During Careers in Energy Week (CIEW,) Michigan’s energy companies and educators team up to create awareness for students and jobseekers around the rewarding careers in the energy sector.
The Michigan Energy Workforce Development Consortium (MEWDC) members are proud to host the following CIEW and pre-CIEW events:
Tuesday, October 15
DTE Energy Career Awareness Event (Invitation Only)
10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
High school students affiliated with the Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan (Academy For Business & Technology – Melvindale & Oakside Prep Academy) will be welcomed at DTE’s Corporate Headquarters in Downtown Detroit. This event will provide students with an opportunity to explore skilled trades and professional careers in the energy sector through interactions with DTE employees and an engaging activity in the InfraSource Mobile Training Facility.
Wednesday, October 16 – Thursday, October 17
Henry Ford College Career Expo Collaborative Event (Registration Required)
1:00 to 1:30 p.m.
DTE is partnering with Henry Ford College for their 2-Day Career Expo on October 17th, raising career awareness and showcasing opportunities in the energy sector. For more information: 2 Day Career Expo | Career Services (hfcc.edu)
Friday, October 18
DTE Energy Women in Clean Energy Event (Private Event)
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
The Women of DTE Employee Resource Group presents Women in Clean Energy. This series is aimed at bringing a platform for women across the enterprise to chat about ‘clean energy’ and guide skillsets to others who are looking for developmental opportunities
Monday, October 21
MEWDC Careers in Energy Week Social Media Campaign Kick-Off
MEWDC will be doing a weeklong social media campaign. Check it out at on our Facebook Page.
Wednesday, October 23
MEWDC Career Vignettes – Virtual
OPEN TO ALL!
Four 30-minute virtual Vignette options:
9:30 – 10:00 a.m. Energy Efficiency Occupations
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. Clean Energy & Renewables Occupations
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. On-the-Job Training Occupations
1:15 – 1:45 p.m. Energy Education & Training Opportunities
Join one or multiple sessions to learn more about career and education options in the energy industry. REGISTER TODAY!
MEWDC Exhibiting at MiCareer Quest – East
8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Dort Event Center in Flint
The Michigan Energy Workforce Development Consortium will be an exhibitor of this innovative, hands-on career exploration experience for thousands of high school students, teachers and counselors from Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, Shiawassee & Tuscola counties as they learn about today’s hottest careers from working professionals! Learn more about MiCareer Quest – East HERE.
Thursday, October 24
Consumers Energy Event (Invitation Only)
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Flint Gas City
Consumers Energy will be hosting a tour of Flint Gas City. Students will learn about the various careers available in the energy industry by interacting with Consumers Energy employees. They will use hands on simulations to detect gas leaks and more in a safe environment.
Lansing Board of Water & Light Reverse Job Fair
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
REO Depot – 1201 S. Washington Lansing, MI
Lansing Board of Water of Water & Light (LBWL) will be hosting a reverse job fair for Lansing area high school students. Students will learn about the various careers available in the energy industry by interacting with LBWL employees. Interactive activities, career information, swag and snacks will be available. For more information on how your school can participate, please contact Dawn Plenar or Hillary Ackerson.
Lansing Board of Water & Light Public Job Fair
BWL Depot – 1201 S. Washington Lansing, MI
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Learn more about careers at the Lansing Board of Water & Light (LBWL). Representatives from the following departments will be in attendance: Transmission Distribution, Water & Steam Distribution, Project Engineering, Work Management, Operations Technology, Customer Operations, Strategic Planning & Development, Carbon Neutrality and Customer Projects/Utility Services. For more information, Click Here.
Friday, October 25
Lansing Board of Water & Light Reverse Job Fair
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
REO Depot – 1201 S. Washington Lansing, MI
Lansing Board of Water of Water & Light (LBWL) will be hosting a reverse job fair for Lansing area high school students. Students will learn about the various careers available in the energy industry by interacting with LBWL employees. Interactive activities, career information, swag and snacks will be available. For more information on how your school can participate, please contact Dawn Plenar or Hillary Ackerson.
Events Throughout the Week
Traverse City Light & Power (Private Events)
Lineworkers visiting an Electrical Occupation class at Northwest Education Services Career Tech
Engineers visiting an Electrical Engineering class at Northwest Education Services Career Tech
Pre-Careers in Energy Week Events
Public Power Week: Sunday, October 6 – Saturday, October 12
Public power utilities across the U.S., including the members of MEWDC member – the Michigan Municipal Electric Association, celebrate Public Power Week (PPW) the first full week of October every year to help customers and stakeholders understand how they can better engage with their community-owned utility and benefit from all its offering. The following PPW events and pre/post PPW events are scheduled:
Saturday, September 28 (10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
Bay City Electric Light & Power is celebrating Public Power Day. Click Here For Details
Saturday, October 5 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Lansing Board of Water & Light is hosting a Electric Vehicle Ride & Drive Event. Click Here For Details
Monday, October 7 (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
Lansing Board of Water & Light is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day. Click Here For Details
Thursday, October 10 (4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Holland Board Of Public Works is hosting a Holland Energy Park Open House. Click Here For Details
Zeeland Board Of Public Works is hosting a Public Power Week Open House. Click Here For Details
Friday, October 11 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Holland Board Of Public Works is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day. Click Here For Details