1. 2012 Center for Energy Workforce Development Summit
November 14-16, 2012
Crystal Gateway Marriott• Arlington, VA

2. INDIANA Outreach and Career Awareness
Kris Emaus

3. Background Indiana Energy Consortium created in 2007
Members include all major IOU’s in state, one major contractor, statewide Workforce Development, and our statewide community college
Awarded a $1M DOL grant in 2008
Selected as a pilot state for GIECP

4. Partnership with JAG Initiated on a state level
Coordinated regionally through Work One
School visits/presentations
Essay contest

5. Energy BootCamps 2 – 3 day introduction to the industry and careers
Hands-on, interactive demos and tours
Pipe fusion
Heavy equipment operation
Electric generating plant tour
One-on-one talks with employees who have been in their shoes
Intro to college requirements/placement tests

6. Energy BootCamps Heavy involvement of Workforce Development Coaches
Need to foster a sense of belonging and confidence in success
Broad promotion efforts needed to attract participants; ideal age is over 19 yrs.old

7. Lessons Learned Partnerships are key to success!
No one group can achieve it alone
Every participant needs individual attention
Feed them well
Passionate speakers are critical to increase interest