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What's It Like to Work in Energy Careers?

Energy professionals strive to improve our lives using new discoveries. Whether it's maintaining our power grid or protecting the security and safety of our data, professionals in this field are concerned with the smooth operation of systems people need to live and do their jobs every day.

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Talents & Interests

People who find success in this field often have these characteristics or interests: 

  • like to take things apart and put them back together
  • enjoy drawing
  • have fun painting

Discover More About This Industry

  • Wind Turbine Technician

Explore More

Discover more about the field of energy and technology! 

  • Kansas Children’s Discovery Center: Learn about science, building, art and more through the interactive indoor and outdoor displays at this fun museum.
  • Science City at Union Station in Kansas City: Come for the whole museum, but particularly the Engineerium, “a hands-on experience that encourages kids to consider careers in science, engineering and math-related fields.”
  • STEM Solar Robot Kit: Twelve different types of robots can be made with this kit, which includes a solar panel to incorporate lessons on renewable energy.
  • The Regnier Family Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City: A place to experience science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on exhibits. 
  • Exploration Place in Wichita: Among the many interesting exhibits at this museum is Design Build Fly, which introduces visitors to airplane technology and design. 

Real Success Stories

  • Jon P. Dooley-Weiland

    Natural Gas Service Technician

  • Jeremiah Meeker

    Electrician Apprentice

  • Ryan Benton

    Transmission Planning Engineer

  • William Drilon

    HVAC Service Apprentice

Featured Jobs in Energy

Wind turbine technician

Inspect, diagnose, adjust or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment.

Biotechnologist

Aid in biotechnology labs by testing, inspecting and analyzing results. Operate lab equipment and fix when broken.

Electrical engineering technician High Demand!

Help engineers design and develop electrical and electronic equipment.

Powerplant technologist

Operate modern fossil fuel machines, gas turbines and works in facilities where steam or electricity is produced.

Oil field technician

Operate equipment to help increase the oil flow from wells. Remove obstructions such as stuck pipes, casing or tools, to fix the flow of oil and increase productivity. 

Telecommunications equipment installer High Demand!

Set up and maintain devices that carry communication signals, like cable equipment and internet routers. Inspect and service equipment and wiring.

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