Active Pilot Programs and Demo Projects Focus Force Milwaukee

About the Pilot

Background

Focus Force Milwaukee is designed to recruit, educate, and train individuals from disadvantaged communities for careers in the energy efficient industry and will leverage aspects of the Transform Milwaukee Jobs Program managed by Silver Spring Neighborhood Center and a National Science Foundation Grant secured by Milwaukee Area Technical College. The pilot introduces individual from Milwaukee to the energy sector and clean energy jobs. It aims to address the need for advanced technical training and improved career opportunities in disadvantaged communities in addition to address the need for skilled employees of Wisconsin-based employers and Trade Allies.

Project Timeline: October 2023 - December 2026
Sector: Training


Pilot Objectives:

  • Address gaps in connecting individuals facing barriers to employment with employers in the energy sectors in need of skilled workers.
    • Individuals securing job placement: 25.
    • Employers participating in job placement: 10.
  • Meet the end us energy customer and Trade Ally needs for skilled technicians supporting energy management activities.
  • Increase the recruitment and retention of students from underserved communities.
  • Reduce the energy use of Wisconsin customers and raise awareness of energy and environmental issues.
  • Develop a roadmap document that details a replicable model for other organizations and communities.

Pilot Updates

Participant and employer recruitment is currently in progress.



Get Involved

Focus Force Milwaukee is a collaborative career development pilot program that values the contributions of both partner employers and program participants. This pilot offers a platform for direct engagement, diversity, and sustainability, emphasizing the importance of every stakeholder in shaping the future of the energy efficiency industry.

Why Participate?

PARTICIPANTS

The pilot program offers career opportunities in the energy efficiency industry and provides participants with:

  • Soft skill training
  • Technical training in various fields
  • Job experience and coaching
  • Stipends and salary
  • Career placement

If you are located in Milwaukee interested in a career in the clean energy industry, learn more in the Participant Overview.

HOST EMPLOYERS

This pilot program provides employers with support to develop the future of their workforce. Employers are provided the opportunity to invest in their business, develop talent, and secure their business’ future.

If you are an employer interested in participating, learn more in the Employer Overview and Employer Agreement.



Apply Today

If you are interested in enrolling in the pilot as a participant or employer, please contact: Carla Lathan, 414.485.7853.

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