The solar industry is one of the fastest growing industries in our economy.  According to The Solar Foundation, there are currently ~242,000 solar workers in the U.S.  The U.S. Department of Labor, in its 2018 Occupational Outlook Handbook, recognized solar as a high growth market with jobs expected to grow 63% over the coming decade.  This is significantly higher than the 5% average job growth expected over all industries in the U.S.   

​High performers in the solar installer field have ample opportunities to build sustainable careers and can also advance quickly.  It is not unusual for top performers to move from entry-level positions to more advanced roles within 6 months to a year on the job.    

By completing the SHINE Solar Ready 101 Program, graduates have a competitive edge in the marketplace and can demonstrate to employers that they have the knowledge and skills needed to add value to a job site starting on day 1.  SHINE will work with its industry partners to set up recruitment interviews and job fairs so students have a streamlined pathway to employment upon graduation.

A sample career progression could look like this:

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