“I’ve graduated…now what?” How To Land The Perfect Entry-Level Solar Job
As the economy changes, new job applicants have to change with it. New consumer and business trends not only have a significant impact on what positions employers are trying to fill, but how they determine whether or not to even select a candidate for an interview. This was news to me. As an MBA May 2010 graduate, I assumed that I should follow the usual procedures used when I graduated...
Read MoreDebunking 10 “Mistruths” About the Solar Industry
The United States is currently #4 in the world in solar power generation with about 7% of the global market. At the same time, we are the 3rd largest by population, and #1 in power consumption using almost 25% of the world’s power. This imbalance, while troubling, is a harsh reality largely driven mainly by misconceptions and flawed information given to our public. With this in mind, consider...
Read MoreWhat Solar Employers Are Looking For Right Now
The top players in the solar industry, which include SolarWorld, First Solar, SunPower, and Solar City (to name a few) are looking primarily for engineers with experience and an extensive education. So to start planning your career early, here are some skills to acquire to insure that you are a competitive candidate within the industry: Education This is a given, but companies want...
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