I am interested in entering the renewable energy industry, specifically as a project manager. Does anyone have advice on how to break into the industry and how to make military experience relevant? Thanks!
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Hello Craig,
Two points for consideration please :
1. When I Google : How many solar panel manufacturers are there in the us? I see the following result: There are 14 US-based companies manufacturing solar panels at present. Also - in Wikipedia: List of photovoltaics companies.
Try exploring what's on line to give you some ideas - go directly to the company web site / check for openings in each company.
Also check for solar re-sellers / construction firms (even small ones ) - you have to start somewhere.
2. Check out the Project Management Institute and get a PMI certification - it will help open doors for any industry, including renewable energy. Agile project management is all the rage now - so make that a focus item.
If you have any questions please reach out anytime. Good luck to you .
Patrick M. Haley PMP®
Service Delivery Manager - Federal Infrastructure Managed Services
Managed Services and Cloud Solutions
IBM Global Business Services - US Federal
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(U.S. Army 1971 - 1979 SSG)
Hi Craig,
Thank you for your service, and for posting your question.
I’d encourage you to utilize our community feature to reach out to advisors who have experience in project management or science & energy. You can search for advisors by location, experience and expertise! I suggest you reach out to advisors in your local area so they can provide you with more specific guidence. You can also search by company if you are interested in specific organizations. Feel free to reach out to as many advisors as you would like!
Please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions.
Best,
Molly
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