Overview

The electric power industry is responsible for more than 7 million American jobs in communities large and small. From supporting new skills training to STEM education to resources for veterans, women, youth, and adults, the industry is creating long-term solutions and driving employment for a skilled, diverse workforce in the future.

Emerging Energy Leaders

EEI launched the industry’s Emerging Energy Leaders program in June 2023. Over the course of this year-long initiative, program participants:

  • Deepen their understanding of key industry issues.
  • Gain exposure to industry best practices and emerging trends.
  • Enhance their leadership skills through targeted workshops and executive-led discussions.
  • Build lasting professional relationships across the industry.

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Key Facts

7 million+
American Jobs
As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million American jobs, equivalent to about 5% of all jobs in the United States. This includes nearly 2.7 million jobs directly provided through electric power industry employees, contractors and supply chain, and investments, and an additional 4.4 million induced jobs.
1 in 20
Jobs in America
One in every 20 jobs in America depends on the electric power industry. Each job directly provided by the electric power industry supports an additional 1.7 jobs throughout U.S. communities.
Veterans Are ~10%
Of The Workforce
Military veterans are uniquely suited for a second career in the energy industry and represent approximately 10 percent of the workforce.

Workforce Development Programs

Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD)

CEWD is a non-profit consortium of electric, natural gas, and nuclear utilities and their associations focused on building a skilled workforce pipeline to meet future industry needs.

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Troops to Energy Jobs

Troops to Energy Jobs is a collaboration among CEWD, EEI, and EEI member companies that makes it easier for veterans to translate their skills and training into rewarding energy careers.

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Veterans in Energy

Veterans in Energy is a national employee resource group that provides transition, retention and professional development support to military veterans working in the energy industry.

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