Workforce Development
If you are interested in pursuing a job in energy efficiency, fill out the intake form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon!
Breaking Down Barriers
The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program strives to increase the number of diverse people working in energy efficiency jobs by breaking down barriers to employment, providing individual services and support, training, coaching and other resources to prepare jobseekers for joining the energy efficiency workforce.
Over 500 jobseekers
served since 2021
More than 100 jobseekers placed in jobs since 2021
More than $600,000 awarded in scholarships
Over 275 scholarships awarded to more than 200 students
More than 100 internships funded
More than 180 training opportunities offered
Workforce Development Resources
In partnership with Springfield Urban League, the Energy Efficiency Jobs Board is a free resource center for both jobseekers and employers. Jobseekers are able to see available positions in energy efficiency and employers are able to post their job openings for additional exposure. The Jobs Board is available for everyone from entry level to advanced positions!
The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program provides funding to employers that support internship opportunities for people looking to start their careers in energy efficiency. For more information about the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Summer Internship Program, click here.
The Market Development Initiative partners with community colleges throughout the Ameren Illinois service territory to award scholarships to diverse students pursuing education in a field related to energy efficiency. Click on each link below for more information about scholarships at each community college partner school.
Education brings opportunities, and Ameren Illinois is working with community colleges across the state to bring energy efficiency opportunities to students studying areas such as HVAC, Construction Management, and more. Ameren Illinois is currently partnered with:
- Heartland Community College
- Illinois Central College
- John A. Logan College
- Kaskaskia College
- Lincoln Land Community College
- Richland College
- Southwestern Illinois College
Interested participants can contact the Foundation Office at the local community college for additional information.
In partnership with Springfield Urban League the Energy Efficiency Jobs Board is a free resource center for job seekers who are looking for work in the energy efficiency industry. Job seekers have access to career and community-based resources, education, and industry-recognized training opportunities available by various organizations within the state of Illinois. The Jobs Board is available for everyone from entry level to advanced positions!
The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program, in partnership with Solutions for Energy Efficient Logistics (SEEL), has launched an Energy Efficiency Workforce Initiative to grow and diversify the energy efficiency workforce in Springfield. This FREE Initiative focuses on jobs that provide products and services to improve the energy efficiency of homes and buildings.
Our goal is to place as many individuals as possible into energy efficient jobs and training programs. In doing so, we will look to strengthen connections in Springfield among employers, training programs, community organizations, and job seekers.
How can I participate in the Initiative?
Students, job seekers: Find out how energy efficiency jobs align with your skills and interests. Learn more about the energy efficiency workforce and apply for jobs and training programs today!
How will this Initiative benefit you?
- Learn about lucrative career paths in energy efficiency
- Instantly get connected to job openings and training opportunities
- Get the support you need to succeed with our immense community partnerships and wrap-around services
The Market Development Initiative partners with community colleges throughout the Ameren Illinois service territory to award scholarships to diverse students pursuing education in a field related to energy efficiency. Click on each link below for more information about scholarships at each community college partner school.
