A cohort of GRID trainees in hard hats and safety glasses stands in a training warehouse, cordless drills and practice roof decks on the floor in front of them.

Build a Career in Clean Energy

Get paid, hands-on training for a career in clean energy. No college degree needed. You’ll learn real skills on real job sites and build a path to steady, good-paying work.

Why Solar?

Solar is growing fast, and it's hiring.

The jobs pay well, and most don’t need a college degree. GRID gives you the skills, certifications, and connections to get started, whether you’re new to work or changing careers.

  • 280,000+

    Solar jobs in the U.S. todayThe U.S. solar industry employed 280,119 workers nationwide in 2024, according to the Interstate Renewable Energy Council’s National Solar Jobs Census.

  • 10X faster

    Job growth than the average U.S. occupationSolar installer jobs are projected to grow 42% through 2034, compared with about 4% growth across all occupations.

  • 6 in 10

    Solar jobs don’t require a four-year college degreeOnly 43% of solar industry hires are in roles that require a bachelor’s degree.

Beyond Solar

  • 72,000+ electrician job openings each year

    Employment of electricians is projected to grow faster than average, driven by new construction, electrification, and retirements.

  • Transferable skills, multiple career paths

    Solar training can lead to careers as electricians, solar O&M technicians, construction supervisors, HVAC technicians, lineworkers, and other skilled trades professionals.

  • $63,000+ median annual wage for electricians

    Many electricians start through paid apprenticeship programs that allow them to earn while they learn, creating a debt-free pathway to a high-demand career.

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Training. Experience. Careers. Leadership.

Preparing the next generation of skilled workers and leaders through community-centered training, career-connected experiences, and leadership development pathways that support careers in specialized pathways. The competencies learned through our IBT training directly support careers in:

  • Electrical trades
  • Sustainable Construction
  • HVAC and building systems
  • Building performance
  • Energy efficiency
  • Building Electrification
  • Infrastructure projects
  • Project management

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  • Solarcorps was one of the best moments of my professional career. The experience has helped me leverage opportunities that I wasn’t sure I was capable of.

    Leonardo Mendoza

    SolarCorps graduate

  • My experience with GRID has changed my life. I gained knowledge and obtained a skill that will benefit my family.

    Chris Brown

    IBT graduate

  • I recommended this program to many people I know. There are no other programs like this.

    Leighton Nelson

    IBT graduate
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Ready to build your solar career? Check out our training resources.

Find guidance on job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, and interview prep, alongside technical resources like manufacturer manuals, safety guides, and continuing education opportunities.

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